Construction Sr. Project Manager/Team Lead

Cushman & Wakefield; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 128,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking a Construction Sr. Project Manager/Team Lead for the Humana Primary Care Organization (PCO) Team. You will lead a team of up to 7 project managers, coach, develop, and manage performance while coordinating workflow and portfolio metrics.

Reporting to the Managing Director of Programs and Projects, you'll collaborate with Facilities Management, Transactions, Engineering, and client leadership. Expect 25% hands-on project execution and travel up to 30-35%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• 10+ years of related experience and advanced project management skills.
• Experience in client relations, contract negotiations, and consulting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach a team of project managers; develop and manage performance.
• Coordinate workflow, processes, and portfolio metrics for client programs.
• Support process development, program improvement and quality initiatives.

Skills

Team leadership

Project management

Client relations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture/Engineering/Construction Management/Business Administration/related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title

Construction Sr. Project Manager/Team Lead

Job Description Summary

As the Construction Team Lead-Sr Project Manager for Cushman & Wakefield's Programs and Projects (P&P) team dedicated to the Humana Primary Care Organization (PCO) Team, you will manage a team of up to 7 project managers responsible for project management activities within the client's clinical portfolio. You will play a critical role in bringing the best talent and creating opportunities for our associates to be great through coaching, development, and performance management. Responsible for coordinating and overseeing workflow, processes, and portfolio metrics. Reporting to the Managing Director of Programs and Projects, and partnering with Facilities Management, Transactions Team, Engineering, Senior Leaders and the client, you will help shape the strategy of the organization while developing and managing best practices across the team. You are expected to spend 25% of your time executing projects. Travel will also be needed as part of assigned project execution as well as support of the broader PCO team. (30-35%)

Job Description

The successful candidate will contribute professional project management experience while providing personal interaction with clients as well as internal and external vendor partners, architects, engineers, and contractors. The Team Lead monitors and coordinates the execution of the various services and processes relating to client contract agreements and helps coach and manage the PCO team to do the same. You will contribute to successful delivery of key strategic initiatives while leader and/or supporting various initiatives across the Programs and Projects Team. You will be responsible for the management of project management objectives while supporting process development, program improvement and quality initiatives on the Clinical P&P Team.

Education/Experience/Training

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or related field. 10 or more years of related experience. Advanced project management skills with demonstrated understanding of project management business. Ability to support and/or lead business development initiatives as assigned or requested. Experience in client relations, client management, contract negotiations, and consulting skills. Strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate analyzed data to client and project team to achieve project goals. Strong working knowledge of architectural/engineering drawings, and construction concepts. Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Benefits

• Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work.

Compensation

The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate's experience and qualifications. The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role. The compensation for the position is: $ 127,500.00 - $150,000.00

Equal Opportunity

Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

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About Cushman & Wakefield

Cushman & Wakefield Cushman & Wakefield Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) is a leading global commercial real estate services firm for occupiers and investors with approximately 53,000 employees in over 350 offices and nearly 60 countries. In 2025, the firm reported revenue of $10.3 billion across its core service lines of services, Leasing, Capital markets, and Valuation and other. Built around the belief that Better never settles, the firm receives numerous industry and business accolades for its award-winning culture. For additional information, visit www.cushmanwakefield.com