Senior Project Manager, Life Sciences, Project & Development Services

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Senior Project Manager, Life Sciences, Project & Development Services

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for overseeing project setup, implementation and execution through completion of commission & qualification. This role must be experienced in cGMP and cGLP capital projects as the Senior PM will lead all aspects of Life Science projects and will be expected to be versed in pharmaceutical construction and qualification. Must have exceptional organizational, analytical and problem-solving abilities and the ability to lead a team and/or mentor less experienced team members.

• Contributes to the project strategy development with Directors and executes within the business unit of Cushman & Wakefield (C&W) and client.
• Manages overall project cost, schedule, risk, and scope execution and develops project charter and execution plan.
• Drives the development and support of the validation master plans.
• Works with Operation Readiness teams to ensure smooth project transition plans.
• Drives overall scope and contractors to project schedule and cost objectives.
• Organizes people and resources and operates within the office or department.
• Implements plans while providing construction cost and benefit analysis as required.
• Oversee project implementation and execution through completion of construction and work with owner team on operational readiness plans.
• Prepare various RFQ’s and/or RFP’s for vendor and contractor services for the complete project.
• Review subcontract proposals and related pricing and scoping.
• Negotiate contracts and performance management with selected contracted vendors, consultants, etc.
• Review, comment, validate and audit cost estimates prepared by contractors.
• Develop and own the Master Project Schedule; actively track project performance against schedules and critical path.
• Guide the client and team through design implementation, procurement, and construction processes.
• Lead project client-facing meetings.
• Manage due diligence, programming, design, entitlements, bidding, permitting, procurement, design team selection, budget, schedule creation/management, contractor selection, vendor selection, and post construction services.
• May oversee capital improvement programs with design and construction processes at multiple sites through local/account-based resources.
• Extensive interface with client staff and internal customers.
• Demonstrate proficiency in the use and application of technology as required for assigned projects.
• Inform Manager and/or Market Lead of project, internal and client issues affecting perception and reputation of Cushman & Wakefield.
• Identify and address areas of concern regarding potential liabilities and risk (fee, reputation, errors and omissions) to Manager and/or Market Lead.
• Assist PDS senior leadership and Market Lead in the establishment and refinement of best practices and standards of excellence.

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration or related field.
• 10 or more years of related experience.
• Must have Life Sciences Experience.
• Advanced project management skills with demonstrated understanding of project management business. Ability to support and/or lead business development initiatives as assigned or requested. History in client relations, client management, contract negotiations, and consulting skills. Strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate analyzed data to client and project team to achieve project goals. Strong working knowledge of architectural/engineering drawings and construction concepts.
  
  Proficient in Microsoft Office. Experience with in the construction industry required; candidates with additional life sciences or high-tech manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
• Must possess exemplary communication skills – both oral and written.

Cushman & Wakefield provides eligible employees with a comprehensive benefits package, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and paid and…