Cushman & Wakefield
Senior Project Manager - Relocation & Logistics Management
Cushman & Wakefield, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
Job TitleSenior Project Manager - Relocation & Logistics Management
Job Description SummaryThe Senior Project Manager provides project management experience to designated projects and assignments for a particular client account, property portfolio, or large facility/complex through interaction with the client, property or facility management team, and project management staff
Job DescriptionJob TitlePDS - Relocation and Logistics Senior Project ManagerSummaryLeads, executes, and effectively administers efforts surrounding multiple complex relocation and logistics projects and programs as an industry veteran, providing leadership and direction to internal and client teams.ResponsibilitiesCreate and execute project work plans and revise as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirementsDevelops and maintains a comprehensive project information file containing prepared deliverables, client decisions and directives, schedules, contracts, and budget reports for reference during and after project executionSuccessfully initiate, plan, execute, control, and close all project deliverablesManage day-to-day operational aspects of the relocation and logistics project scopeDevelop or validate client physical move budget as appropriatePublish project plans, communications and schedules as neededEnsure schedules of various supporting constituencies involved are coordinated, and any/all sub-project plans are consolidated into the Master Relocation and Logistics Schedule for trackingDevelop Requests for Proposals and analyze bids and provide strategic recommendation to clients on engagement of support vendorsDevelop master move database to house all required client employee information relevant to the physical move (IT, Security, Facilities, origin/destination building address, floor and seat numbers)Develop and implement change management process to control client changes prior to physical movePrepare, publish project status reports, including input into any designated tracking systemsAdvise client management on all perceived risks to the successful completion of the project, and obtain approval from client on changes to project scope, design, schedule and cost.Track and coordinate dependencies with task owners for the successful completion of the projectFacilitate project team meetings; employ effective communication via agendas, meeting minutes, and discussionsCommunicate regularly with internal and external customers as appropriate in order to ensure the delivery of high-quality service and system supportAdminister Move Kit Development (Move Instructions, Label templates, Check Out Sheets, etc) and gain client approval of information contained thereinSupervise physical moves and vendor performance against client approved Service Level Agreement(s)Coordinate and supervise post move follow up on client ‘Day 1’ (first day of operations in new space)Review and approve all move vendor invoice against client agreements; arbitrate any inconsistencies with the vendor(s) in questionEnsure all information required by client is transferred during project close outReview and evaluate all project templates/tools in project information file and employ continuous move management process improvement methods for best practice application.Provide industry subject matter expert advice to PDS Markets as needed, (vendor recommendations, move management best practices & information on RLM support offerings)Provide feedback & guidance to junior team members on ways to improve or maintain client satisfaction/project administration as appropriate.General RequirementsBachelor's Degree, Project Management Certification or related discipline OR 8+ years of relevant work experience or any similar combination of education and experienceAbility to prepare and track overall project budgets and schedulesExperience or ability to learn skills necessary for leading and managing numerous facets of multiple projects simultaneouslyAbility to read or interpret architectural drawings and furniture or space planning conceptual plansStrong working knowledge of MS Project and MS Office Suite including ExcelDemonstrated customer/vendor relationship building experienceExcellent verbal/written communication skillsStrong organizational skillsWilling/able to travel (30%)Self-motivated and able to deliver tools, processes, and any required deliverable by scheduled datesPresents a professional appearance without visible tattoos, complies with industry accepted grooming and dress standards when interacting with clientsDetail and customer service orientedPhysical RequirementsInvolves work of a general office nature; typically includes extended periods of sitting and/or operation of a computer for 8 hours a day or longer as necessaryMay involve long periods of standing and/or walking, such as supervising physical move vendors, operating at a copier/fax/scanner, traversing different floors in a facility to manage move vendor activitiesRegularly required to talk, listen, and use hands and fingers to write, type, participate in teleconferences, video presentations, and otherAble to speak clearly and ensure listener understanding of intended communicationAble to read and understand information and ideas presented in oral or written formatAble to employ public speaking techniques during meetings and presentationsAble to read printed material, graphics, and computer applications
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.The compensation for the position is: $122,400.00 - $144,000.00Cushman & Wakefield provides equal employment opportunity. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.
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 SummaryThe Senior Project Manager provides project management experience to designated projects and assignments for a particular client account, property portfolio, or large facility/complex through interaction with the client, property or facility management team, and project management staff
Job DescriptionJob TitlePDS - Relocation and Logistics Senior Project ManagerSummaryLeads, executes, and effectively administers efforts surrounding multiple complex relocation and logistics projects and programs as an industry veteran, providing leadership and direction to internal and client teams.ResponsibilitiesCreate and execute project work plans and revise as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirementsDevelops and maintains a comprehensive project information file containing prepared deliverables, client decisions and directives, schedules, contracts, and budget reports for reference during and after project executionSuccessfully initiate, plan, execute, control, and close all project deliverablesManage day-to-day operational aspects of the relocation and logistics project scopeDevelop or validate client physical move budget as appropriatePublish project plans, communications and schedules as neededEnsure schedules of various supporting constituencies involved are coordinated, and any/all sub-project plans are consolidated into the Master Relocation and Logistics Schedule for trackingDevelop Requests for Proposals and analyze bids and provide strategic recommendation to clients on engagement of support vendorsDevelop master move database to house all required client employee information relevant to the physical move (IT, Security, Facilities, origin/destination building address, floor and seat numbers)Develop and implement change management process to control client changes prior to physical movePrepare, publish project status reports, including input into any designated tracking systemsAdvise client management on all perceived risks to the successful completion of the project, and obtain approval from client on changes to project scope, design, schedule and cost.Track and coordinate dependencies with task owners for the successful completion of the projectFacilitate project team meetings; employ effective communication via agendas, meeting minutes, and discussionsCommunicate regularly with internal and external customers as appropriate in order to ensure the delivery of high-quality service and system supportAdminister Move Kit Development (Move Instructions, Label templates, Check Out Sheets, etc) and gain client approval of information contained thereinSupervise physical moves and vendor performance against client approved Service Level Agreement(s)Coordinate and supervise post move follow up on client ‘Day 1’ (first day of operations in new space)Review and approve all move vendor invoice against client agreements; arbitrate any inconsistencies with the vendor(s) in questionEnsure all information required by client is transferred during project close outReview and evaluate all project templates/tools in project information file and employ continuous move management process improvement methods for best practice application.Provide industry subject matter expert advice to PDS Markets as needed, (vendor recommendations, move management best practices & information on RLM support offerings)Provide feedback & guidance to junior team members on ways to improve or maintain client satisfaction/project administration as appropriate.General RequirementsBachelor's Degree, Project Management Certification or related discipline OR 8+ years of relevant work experience or any similar combination of education and experienceAbility to prepare and track overall project budgets and schedulesExperience or ability to learn skills necessary for leading and managing numerous facets of multiple projects simultaneouslyAbility to read or interpret architectural drawings and furniture or space planning conceptual plansStrong working knowledge of MS Project and MS Office Suite including ExcelDemonstrated customer/vendor relationship building experienceExcellent verbal/written communication skillsStrong organizational skillsWilling/able to travel (30%)Self-motivated and able to deliver tools, processes, and any required deliverable by scheduled datesPresents a professional appearance without visible tattoos, complies with industry accepted grooming and dress standards when interacting with clientsDetail and customer service orientedPhysical RequirementsInvolves work of a general office nature; typically includes extended periods of sitting and/or operation of a computer for 8 hours a day or longer as necessaryMay involve long periods of standing and/or walking, such as supervising physical move vendors, operating at a copier/fax/scanner, traversing different floors in a facility to manage move vendor activitiesRegularly required to talk, listen, and use hands and fingers to write, type, participate in teleconferences, video presentations, and otherAble to speak clearly and ensure listener understanding of intended communicationAble to read and understand information and ideas presented in oral or written formatAble to employ public speaking techniques during meetings and presentationsAble to read printed material, graphics, and computer applications
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.The compensation for the position is: $122,400.00 - $144,000.00Cushman & Wakefield provides equal employment opportunity. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.
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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