Strategic Programs & Projects Director

Cushman & Wakefield; Town and Country (MO); On-site; USD 132,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield seeks a Director, Strategic Programs & Projects to lead the PMO, translating executive priorities into measurable outcomes across a portfolio of strategic initiatives. You will guide program managers, drive governance, and shape delivery models to ensure high-quality execution across cross-functional teams.

You will mentor delivery leaders, plan talent and budget resources, and provide executive-level reporting on progress, risks, and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; MBA preferred.
• 12–15 years of progressive project/program/portfolio management experience leading complex enterprise initiatives.
• Experience in Big Four/global management consulting or similar complex matrixed environments preferred.
• Knowledge of commercial real estate, professional services, or service-based delivery organizations preferred.
• 5+ years of people leadership experience managing PMO teams.
• PMP, PgMP, Prosci, Agile/Scrum, or similar certifications preferred.
• Proven experience leading PMO functions and enterprise program management teams.
• Experience managing a portfolio of concurrent strategic initiatives with governance, staffing, and budgeting accountability.

Responsibilities

• Own delivery health and oversight for a portfolio of strategic programs and projects.
• Translate executive priorities into executable roadmaps and resource plans.
• Establish and improve PMO governance, templates, and reporting standards.
• Lead, coach, and develop Program Managers and Project Managers.
• Drive talent planning, workforce development, and succession planning.
• Provide strategic guidance to navigate complexity and mitigate risks.
• Monitor portfolio risks, dependencies, and cross-functional impacts with escalation.

Skills

Portfolio Leadership

PMO Leadership

People Leadership

Executive Communication

Resource Planning

Governance

Risk Management

Stakeholder Influence

Financial Planning

Transformation Leadership

AI/Analytics Tools

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA preferred

Tools

Smartsheet

Microsoft 365

Portfolio management platforms

AI-enabled productivity tools

Job description

Cushman & Wakefield seeks a Director, Strategic Programs & Projects to lead the PMO, translating executive priorities into measurable outcomes across a portfolio of strategic initiatives. You will guide program managers, drive governance, and shape delivery models to ensure high-quality execution across cross-functional teams.

You will mentor delivery leaders, plan talent and budget resources, and provide executive-level reporting on progress, risks, and outcomes.