Sr. Assistant Project Manager - PMO

cw; Costa Mesa (CA); Sur place; USD 70 000 - 100 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health insurance

Vision & dental insurance

Retirement plan

Résumé du poste

Cushman & Wakefield in Costa Mesa, CA is seeking a Sr. Assistant Project Manager to join the PMO. This role supports a leading financial services client, emphasizing analytical problem solving, data analysis, and process improvement to enhance project delivery.

The successful candidate will own assignments from inception to completion, drive actionable recommendations, and collaborate with internal teams, vendors, and clients to align with strategic objectives and governance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required.
• 2+ years of experience in finance, accounting, analytics, operations, or project management.
• Strong analytical skills with ability to synthesize complex information into insights and recommendations.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables) and ability to build executive-level presentations.

Responsabilités

• Design, implement, and continuously improve scalable project management processes, tools, and documentation.
• Research, analyze, and resolve complex business and project-related issues with balanced risk and execution.
• Lead initiatives from concept through completion by coordinating stakeholders and driving action plans.
• Analyze project, operational, and financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities and provide recommendations.
• Develop subject matter expertise in client-specific PMO standards, governance, systems, and reporting.
• Partner with internal teams, vendors, stakeholders, and clients to ensure alignment with strategic objectives.
• Maintain PMO processes, guidebooks, dashboards, and reporting tools and identify automation opportunities.
• Create and deliver reports, presentations, and training materials for project managers and leaders.
• Support PMO operations and strategic initiatives as needed.

Connaissances

Advanced analytical

Research-based problem solving

Data interpretation

Process improvement

Organization

Decision making

Written & verbal communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Adaptability

Formation

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Outils

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Data visualization

Process automation

Basic coding

Description du poste

Sr. Assistant Project Manager - PMO

Job Description Summary

Join a high-performing Project Management Office (PMO) supporting a leading financial services client. This role is ideal for a highly analytical professional who thrives on solving complex business challenges through research, data analysis, and process improvement.

Job Description

The ideal candidate is a self-starter who can work independently, manage competing priorities, and navigate ambiguity. They must be comfortable taking ownership of assignments from inception through completion, proactively identifying opportunities for improvement, and adapting their approach based on feedback. A willingness to course-correct, continuously learn, and incorporate constructive input into future solutions is essential for success in this dynamic and collaborative environment.

As a key link between strategy and execution, you will investigate issues, evaluate options, and deliver practical, sustainable outcomes that support project delivery, governance, and business objectives. Success in this role requires intellectual curiosity, strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and the ability to influence process improvements through fact-based recommendation.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and continuously improve scalable project management processes, tools, and documentation that enhance operational efficiency.
• Research, analyze, and resolve complex business and project-related issues, developing solutions that balance business needs, risk, and execution requirements.
• Lead initiatives from concept through completion by identifying gaps, assessing root causes, coordinating stakeholders, and driving action plans to successful outcomes.
• Analyze project, operational, and financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities, providing actionable recommendations to leadership.
• Develop subject matter expertise in client-specific project management standards, governance requirements, systems, and reporting methodologies.
• Partner with internal teams, vendors, project stakeholders, and clients to ensure effective execution and alignment with strategic objectives.
• Maintain and enhance PMO processes, guidebooks, dashboards, and reporting tools, proactively identifying opportunities for process optimization and automation.
• Create and deliver clear, concise reports, presentations, and training materials for project managers and business leaders.
• Support PMO operations, special projects, and strategic initiatives as needed.

Core Competencies

• Advanced Analytical and Critical Thinking Skills
• Research-Based Problem Solving
• Data Interpretation and Insight Development
• Process Improvement and Operational Excellence
• Strong Organizational and Prioritization Skills
• Client-Focused Decision Making
• Clear Written and Verbal Communication
• Cross-Functional Collaboration and Influence
• Adaptability, Initiative, and Continuous Learning

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Data Analytics, Project Management, or a related discipline; equivalent experience considered.
• 2+ years of experience in finance, accounting, analytics, operations, project controls, project management, construction management, or a related field.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data, conduct research, identify root causes, and develop practical solutions to business challenges.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex information into meaningful insights and recommendations.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis.
• Proficiency in PowerPoint and Word with the ability to build executive-level presentations and reports.
• Experience with data visualization tools, process automation, reporting platforms, or basic coding is preferred.
• Experience supporting architecture, construction, real estate, facilities management, or project management organizations is a plus.

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.
• In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and 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.

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.