Project Manager, Project & Development Services

Cushman & Wakefield; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 106,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Health savings accounts

Retirement savings plans

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Unpaid time away from work

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking a Project Manager in the Project & Development Services group to oversee design, planning, and construction of real estate facilities projects. You will manage scope, schedules, budgets, drawings, and coordination with clients and facilities teams to meet objectives.

The role requires 5+ years of related experience, strong PM skills, and the ability to read construction drawings, with a comprehensive benefits package provided by Cushman & Wakefield.

Qualifications

• Bachelor level degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years of related experience with solid project management skills.
• Autonomously able to manage a complete project from onset through completion.
• Read and understand construction specifications and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Manage project deliverables, including scope of work, scheduling, and drawings development for clients and management teams.
• Proactively manages project-related issues on the account or project.
• Ensure success in initiation, planning, execution and completion of all projects.
• Maintain high standards and accurate electronic files.
• Prepare agendas, lead meetings, and manage master budgets and timelines.

Skills

Project management

Client relations

Budget management

Vendor coordination

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Project Manager, Project & Development Services

Job Description Summary

The Project Manager is responsible for the successful management of the design, planning and construction of real estate facilities projects, with accountability for accomplishing all project goals and objectives. Project aspects may include mechanical, electrical, civil, structural, and architectural applications; the associated administrative and budgetary control responsibilities; the planning, organizing, coordination of resources; and full control and execution of the project to the fulfillment of client expectations.

Essential Job Duties

• Management of project deliverables, including developing scope of work, scheduling project reports, managing the development of drawings for clients and property/facility management team, designing and development and constructions phases for assigned project.
• Proactively manages project-related issues on an account or assigned project, as necessary.
• Ensure success in initiation, planning, execution, and completion of all projects against agreed upon targets.
• Maintain high qualitative and quantitative standards for work performance along with maintaining accurate and consistent electronic files.
• Prepare agendas and meeting materials, lead meetings, develop and maintain master project budgets and timelines as required for each project and project phase to ensure overall project objectives and client needs are met.
• Advise and obtain necessary approvals from management of potential organizational changes, actions requiring additional commitments and the need for expenditures in excess of approved budget.
• Coordinate and track all vendor RFQ’s and RFP’s.
• Review all change orders and other invoices associated with the project and confer with client, all project financial information and management of services to clients as requested.
• Responsible for keeping building management apprised of progress at all times.

Education/Experience/Training

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or related field. 5+ years of related experience. Solid project management skills with demonstrated understanding of project management business. Experience in client relations, client management and consulting. Autonomously able to manage a complete project from onset through completion. Read and understand construction specifications and blueprints. Ability to read and interpret architectural/engineering drawings. Prepare and track master project budgets. Highly organized with the ability to identify and manage multiple priorities at once. Understanding of technical requirements for various project types. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Strong problem-solving skills Provides guidance to junior staff Experience with analysis and reporting

Benefits

• Health
• Vision
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Health savings accounts
• Retirement savings plans
• Life
• Disability insurance programs
• Paid and unpaid time away from work

In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman & Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Salary & Compensation

The compensation for the position is: $ 106,250.00 - $125,000.00

Equal Opportunity & Diversity

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.

ADA Accommodations

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email [e-mail]. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

About Cushman & Wakefield

INCO: “Cushman & Wakefield” About 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