Partner & Project Management

Cushman Wakefield Multifamily; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate consultancy in the Greater London area is seeking a Partner - Project Management to lead and ensure the successful execution of Project Management services. The role requires a minimum of 10 years of experience in engineering or project management, focusing on client engagement and service development. Key responsibilities include managing project deliverables, overseeing complex projects, and developing high-performing teams. Applicants should possess strong leadership and strategic communication skills, along with a relevant educational background.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in a senior engineering, construction, or project management role.
• Proven track record of leading complex projects and portfolios in a client-facing consultancy environment.
• Experience managing teams, budgets, and senior stakeholder relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage client relationships and project deliverables.
• Ensure consistent delivery of high-quality Project Management services.
• Oversee and resolve issues related to project execution.
• Lead, develop, and inspire high-performing Project Management teams.

Skills

Strategic Communication

Client Relationship Management

Leadership & Influence

Technical & Commercial Expertise

Consultancy & Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management

Master’s degree or equivalent professional qualification

Job description

Job Title

Partner - Project Management

Job Description Summary

With account and/or client leadership, ensure that all Project Management deliverables are met including SLA and KPI requirements

Job Description

Partner / Director – Project Management

Position Summary

With overall accountability for client and account delivery, the Partner / Director will lead the successful execution of Project Management services across a defined portfolio, geography, or strategic client account. The role is responsible for ensuring all project deliverables are met in line with agreed SLAs and KPIs, while advising clients on short-, medium-, and long-term real estate strategies that are commercially effective, operationally robust, and aligned to wider business objectives. This role combines client leadership, commercial oversight, and people leadership, with a strong focus on growth, quality, and reputation.

Key Responsibilities

Client & Account Leadership

• Act as senior Project Management lead for assigned accounts or regions, maintaining trusted, long-term client relationships.
• Advise clients on portfolio strategy, capital expenditure planning, and real estate solutions aligned to business needs.
• Ensure consistent delivery of high-quality Project Management services across base build and interiors projects.

Project & Portfolio Oversight

• Provide strategic oversight of all current and future projects within the portfolio, ensuring performance against scope, programme, cost, risk, and quality.
• Review and challenge design development, budgets, and schedules from a client-focused perspective.
• Lead resolution of complex programming, design, and delivery issues through to project completion.
• Oversee site and facility evaluations in line with client requirements and strategic objectives.

Commercial & Service Development

• Refine and evolve Cushman & Wakefield Project Management service offerings to meet current and emerging client needs.
• Promote Project Management and wider Client Solutions services internally and externally to support growth.
• Contribute to business development activities, fee proposals, and strategic pursuits.

Leadership & People Management

• Lead, develop, and inspire high-performing Project Management teams.
• Ensure appropriate resourcing, succession planning, and capability development.
• Set clear objectives, conduct performance reviews, and support continuous professional development.
• Obtain stakeholder buy-in for organisational change, team commitments, and expenditure beyond approved budgets.

Governance, Risk & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to corporate policies, professional standards, and relevant legislation.
• Maintain robust governance, reporting, and escalation processes.
• Oversee portfolio-level CapEx planning and forward-looking real estate outlooks.
• Coordinate internal, external, and client resources at a portfolio level.

Key Competencies

• Strategic Communication (written and verbal)
• Client Relationship Management
• Leadership & Influence
• Technical & Commercial Expertise
• Consultancy & Problem Solving

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related discipline (required).
• Master’s degree or equivalent professional qualification (preferred).

Experience

• Minimum 10 years™ experience in a senior engineering, construction, or project management role.
• Proven track record of leading complex projects and portfolios in a client-facing consultancy environment.
• Experience managing teams, budgets, and senior stakeholder relationships.