Project Manager - Workplace Delivery

Cushman & Wakefield; Basking Ridge (NJ); On-site; USD 102,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, and dental insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Health savings accounts

Retirement savings plans

Life insurance

Disability insurance programs

Paid and unpaid time away from work

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield seeks a Project Manager - Workplace Delivery to oversee client-site projects, campus and facilities. You will align project scope with strategic objectives, manage budgets and schedules, and lead multi-disciplinary teams across functions and regions.

The role requires strong communication, governance adherence, and experience with Procore or similar tools; interior design/architecture background preferred. Join a global CRE leader in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Assist in strategy development during planning to define project scope, budget, schedule, and change management requirements.
• Implement assigned projects based on Global Real Estate’s space utilization, cost reduction, design, and client satisfaction objectives.
• Manage to approved project plan commitments.
• Lead cross-functional project teams including Transactions, Portfolio Strategy, Design, Construction, Hospitality, and Change Management and provide “best in class” deliverables.
• Support Well-Being and Sustainability objectives through project implementation.
• Utilize methodologies, guidelines, processes, master service agreements, tools, and reporting required by Workplace Delivery.
• Comply with GRE policies and procedures.
• Build credibility, establish rapport and maintain communication with stakeholders at multiple levels throughout the project lifecycle including those external to the organization.
• Input, update, and maintain accurate and timely project information in Global Real Estate’s IWMS operating system, and Procore.
• Prepare meeting agendas and minutes, develop and maintain master project budgets and schedules as required for each project and project phase to ensure overall project objectives and client needs are met.
• Keep building management apprised of progress at all times.
• Prepare and coordinate project reports and drawing reviews for clients, property/facility management team, and project team at conceptual, schematic, design development and construction phases of project.
• Assist in the sourcing, selection, contracting process and oversight of consultants and construction teams as necessary for each project and review requisitions, change orders and other financial documentation associated with the project and confer with client and property management on costs and impacts.
• Report to immediate supervisor any impactful problems, findings and/or results with recommendations for mitigation or resolution.
• Advise and obtain the necessary approvals from the appropriate members of management with regard to potential organizational changes, actions that might require additional commitments, and the need for expenditures in excess of approved budget.
• Adhere to governmental laws, regulations and established rulings of government authorities, including building codes, safety regulations, etc.
• Maintain high qualitative and quantitative standards of work performance.
• Strive constantly to improve skill and work knowledge; keep up to date in the field of specialization.
• Perform other related duties as required or requested

Responsibilities

• Assist in strategy development during planning to define project scope, budget, schedule, and change management requirements.
• Implement assigned projects based on Global Rea Estate’s (GRE) space utilization, cost reduction, design, and client satisfaction objectives.
• Manage to approved project plan commitments.
• Lead cross-functional project teams including Transactions, Portfolio Strategy, Design, Construction, Hospitality, and Change Management and provide “best in class” deliverables.
• Support Well-Being and Sustainability objectives through project implementation.
• Utilize methodologies, guidelines, processes, master service agreements, tools, and reporting required by Workplace Delivery.
• Comply with GRE policies and procedures.
• Build credibility, establish rapport and maintain communication with stakeholders at multiple levels throughout the project lifecycle including those external to the organization.
• Input, update, and maintain accurate and timely project information in Global Real Estate’s IWMS operating system, and Procore.
• Prepare meeting agendas and minutes, develop and maintain master project budgets and schedules as required for each project and project phase to ensure overall project objectives and client needs are met.
• Keep building management apprised of progress at all times.
• Prepare and coordinate project reports and drawing reviews for clients, property/facility management team, and project team at conceptual, schematic, design development and construction phases of project.
• Assist in the sourcing, selection, contracting process and oversight of consultants and construction teams as necessary for each project and review requisitions, change orders and other financial documentation associated with the project and confer with client and property management on costs and impacts.
• Report to immediate supervisor any impactful problems, findings and/or results with recommendations for mitigation or resolution.
• Advise and obtain the necessary approvals from the appropriate members of management with regard to potential organizational changes, actions that might require additional commitments, and the need for expenditures in excess of approved budget.
• Adhere to governmental laws, regulations and established rulings of government authorities, including building codes, safety regulations, etc.
• Maintain high qualitative and quantitative standards of work performance.
• Strive constantly to improve skill and work knowledge; keep up to date in the field of specialization.
• Perform other related duties as required or requested

Skills

Client Focus

Communication Proficiency

Relationship Management

Leadership

Multi-Tasking

Technical Proficiency

Consultation

Organization Skills

Time Management

Education

B.S. Degree in Engineering, Architecture

Tools

Procore

Tririga

Google Suite

Microsoft Project

Job description

Job Title Project Manager - Workplace Delivery

Job Description Summary

Provides professional project management experience to designated projects and assignments at a client site, campus, and facilities.

Job Description

Provides professional project management experience to designated projects and assignments at a client site, campus, and facility. Interacts with client representatives on-site, receives direction, and coordinates with the property or facility management team. Monitors and coordinates the execution of the various services and processes relating to client contracted agreements for project management and tenant improvements. Works in collaboration with the assigned account manager, building, or facility management team, clients, owners, and others. The Real Estate Project Manager has direct oversight for the planning, coordination, and implementation of multiple projects in support of the Global Real Estate strategy and organizational objectives. This position is responsible for aligning project scope with strategic objectives and meeting the needs of the business. Projects contain numerous activities that may span multiple functions, organizations, and geographic regions. The Project Manager is responsible to select the appropriate project methodology and manage a team to successfully meet scope, budget, and schedule commitments as well as service level expectations in an environment where integrity and respect for the individual are paramount. The Project Manager will have experience using Procore, Tririga, the Google suite of products and Microsoft Project scheduling software. A background in interior design and/or architecture is preferred.

General Responsibilities

Assist in strategy development during planning to define project scope, budget, schedule, and change management requirements Implement assigned projects based on Global Rea Estate’s (GRE) space utilization, cost reduction, design, and client satisfaction objectives Manage to approved project plan commitments Lead cross-functional project teams including Transactions, Portfolio Strategy, Design, Construction, Hospitality, and Change Management and provide “best in class” deliverables Support Well-Being and Sustainability objectives through project implementation Utilize methodologies, guidelines, processes, master service agreements, tools, and reporting required by Workplace Delivery Comply with GRE policies and procedures Build credibility, establish rapport and maintain communication with stakeholders at multiple levels throughout the project lifecycle including those external to the organization Input, update, and maintain accurate and timely project information in Global Real Estate’s IWMS operating system, and Procore Prepare meeting agendas and minutes, develop and maintain master project budgets and schedules as required for each project and project phase to ensure overall project objectives and client needs are met. Keep building management apprised of progress at all times Prepare and coordinate project reports and drawing reviews for clients, property/facility management team, and project team at conceptual, schematic, design development and construction phases of project Assist in the sourcing, selection, contracting process and oversight of consultants and construction teams as necessary for each project and review requisitions, change orders and other financial documentation associated with the project and confer with client and property management on costs and impacts Report to immediate supervisor any impactful problems, findings and/or results with recommendations for mitigation or resolution Advise and obtain the necessary approvals from the appropriate members of management with regard to potential organizational changes, actions that might require additional commitments, and the need for expenditures in excess of approved budget Adhere to governmental laws, regulations and established rulings of government authorities, including building codes, safety regulations, etc. Maintain high qualitative and quantitative standards of work performance Strive constantly to improve skill and work knowledge; keep up to date in the field of specialization Perform other related duties as required or requested

Key Competencies

• Client Focus


• Communication Proficiency (oral and written)


• Relationship Management


• Leadership


• Multi-Tasking


• Technical Proficiency


• Consultation


• Organization Skills


• Time Management

Important Education

• B.S. Degree in Engineering, Architecture

Important Experience

• Minimum of 5 years directly related experience in an engineering/construction project accountability role


• Minimum of 5 years project management experience required


• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience in a project management capacity especially experience in leading, motivating, and developing employees


• Hands‑on experience with tenant improvement construction projects required

Benefits

• Health, vision, and dental insurance


• Flexible spending accounts


• Health savings accounts


• Retirement savings plans


• Life insurance


• Disability insurance programs


• Paid and unpaid time away from work


• Comprehensive benefits package

Compensation

The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role. The compensation for the position is: $ 102,000.00 - $120,000.00

Equal Opportunity and Disability Accommodation

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. 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

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