Cushman & Wakefield
Director Project Controls, Life Sciences, Project & Development Services
Cushman & Wakefield, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245
Director Project Controls, Life Sciences, Project & Development Services
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Job Description Summary The Director is responsible for the successful management of the design, planning and construction of projects by leading individual, multidisciplined real estate solutions for clients. This role must have experience in cGMP and cGLP capital projects and will lead all aspects of Life Science projects with a focus on pharmaceutical construction and qualification. The Director is directly accountable for managing and accomplishing all project requirements and objectives determined by the client.
Essential Job Duties
Regular interface with internal and external clients to ensure successful delivery of project management services, client goals and objectives are established and achieved, project action plans are implemented, anticipate/respond to all client needs, and generally act as a trusted advisor for comprehensive real estate work.
Act with fiduciary responsibility to client projects, including complete financial management: establish and manage budgets, maintain monthly forecasts and cash‑flow analysis, prepare anticipated cost reports, and any other reports required by the client.
Manage due diligence, programming, design, entitlements, bidding, permitting, procurement, design team selection, schedule creation/management, contractor selection, vendor selection, sustainability, and post‑construction services.
Demonstrate competence in a broad range of project types and operate in complex/non‑routine environments.
Contribute to business development through identification of project or client opportunities.
Oversee capital improvement programs with design and construction processes at multiple sites through local/account‑based resources.
Negotiate contracts with selected vendors and manage performance of all contracted vendors, consultants, etc.
Identify and address areas of concern regarding potential liabilities and risk with the Market Leader.
Provide an appropriate level of on‑site supervision to ensure proper performance criteria are met.
Demonstrate proficiency in the use and application of all PDS technology required for assigned projects.
Actively manage PDS staff, ensuring adherence to company policy, staff development, performance management, and team motivation.
Education, Experience, and Training
Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or related field. Master’s degree preferred. Certification preferred.
At least twelve years of related experience, including two or more years of management experience.
Must have Life Sciences experience.
Ability to contribute to the strategic direction of the assigned department or practice area.
Advanced project management skills with expertise in the project management business.
Expert in client relations, client management, and consulting.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Highly organized with strong analytical skills.
Proficient working knowledge of accounting and financial reporting, budgeting, scheduling, and processes as they relate to corporate real estate, design and construction.
Software skills: Microsoft Office applications, MS Project.
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 & Wakefield provides competitive pay.
The compensation for the position is: $153,000.00 - $180,000.00.
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
HRServices@cushwake.com . Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.
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Job Description Summary The Director is responsible for the successful management of the design, planning and construction of projects by leading individual, multidisciplined real estate solutions for clients. This role must have experience in cGMP and cGLP capital projects and will lead all aspects of Life Science projects with a focus on pharmaceutical construction and qualification. The Director is directly accountable for managing and accomplishing all project requirements and objectives determined by the client.
Essential Job Duties
Regular interface with internal and external clients to ensure successful delivery of project management services, client goals and objectives are established and achieved, project action plans are implemented, anticipate/respond to all client needs, and generally act as a trusted advisor for comprehensive real estate work.
Act with fiduciary responsibility to client projects, including complete financial management: establish and manage budgets, maintain monthly forecasts and cash‑flow analysis, prepare anticipated cost reports, and any other reports required by the client.
Manage due diligence, programming, design, entitlements, bidding, permitting, procurement, design team selection, schedule creation/management, contractor selection, vendor selection, sustainability, and post‑construction services.
Demonstrate competence in a broad range of project types and operate in complex/non‑routine environments.
Contribute to business development through identification of project or client opportunities.
Oversee capital improvement programs with design and construction processes at multiple sites through local/account‑based resources.
Negotiate contracts with selected vendors and manage performance of all contracted vendors, consultants, etc.
Identify and address areas of concern regarding potential liabilities and risk with the Market Leader.
Provide an appropriate level of on‑site supervision to ensure proper performance criteria are met.
Demonstrate proficiency in the use and application of all PDS technology required for assigned projects.
Actively manage PDS staff, ensuring adherence to company policy, staff development, performance management, and team motivation.
Education, Experience, and Training
Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or related field. Master’s degree preferred. Certification preferred.
At least twelve years of related experience, including two or more years of management experience.
Must have Life Sciences experience.
Ability to contribute to the strategic direction of the assigned department or practice area.
Advanced project management skills with expertise in the project management business.
Expert in client relations, client management, and consulting.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Highly organized with strong analytical skills.
Proficient working knowledge of accounting and financial reporting, budgeting, scheduling, and processes as they relate to corporate real estate, design and construction.
Software skills: Microsoft Office applications, MS Project.
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 & Wakefield provides competitive pay.
The compensation for the position is: $153,000.00 - $180,000.00.
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
HRServices@cushwake.com . Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.
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