Transition Project Manager

Summary

Cushman & Wakefield is a leading global real estate services firm, and they are seeking a Transition Project Manager. The role involves developing project plans for transitions, managing procurement, and ensuring compliance with client quality standards while fostering positive client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develop project plans for new transitions, including scheduling and assigning tasks, managing and facilitating reporting internally and to the client, and executing training plans
• Procurement of equipment for new facilities, such as parts, tools, laptops, etc., using various internal and external systems
• Identifying risks and working with cross-functional teams to develop and communicate contingency plans
• Develop, define, and implement repeatable processes to further improve operational efficiencies
• Prepare for and facilitate meetings to review, refine, and finalize deliverables
• Responsible for compliance with client quality standards, policies, and procedures throughout the transition process, addressing any deviations or quality concerns promptly
• Manage relationships and work streams with internal teams and third-party vendors
• Perform assigned tasks in a safe, effective, and efficient manner
• Adhere to safety protocols essential for an active construction site to promote, practice, and facilitate a safety-first culture
• Outstanding organizational skills with strong capabilities in structuring project plans and managing multiple work streams and communication channels simultaneously
• Strong time management skills to meet deadlines set by both internal and client requirements
• Ability to lead and facilitate meetings with both internal and client stakeholders
• Ability to build and maintain positive client relations
• Demonstrates effective communication skills with individuals at all levels within the organization
• Ability to lead multiple projects at once
• Establish and maintain the respect and confidence of clients and C&W Services employees
• Ability to identify opportunities and implement solutions independently
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and demanding environment
• Ability to build strong cross-functional relationships with client and internal stakeholders

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, a related field, or equivalent work experience
• 2+ years of related work experience
• Experience in project planning for new site transitions
• Demonstrated proficiency in creating and working with documents in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Proficiency in project management software such as Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, and Asana
• Certification as a Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) or Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Demonstrated leadership experience in managing teams
• Possess OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification
• Experience in material handling equipment, industrial maintenance, or supply chain logistics

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, a related field, or equivalent work experience
• 2+ years of related work experience
• Experience in project planning for new site transitions
• Demonstrated proficiency in creating and working with documents in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Nice to Haves

• Proficiency in project management software such as Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, and Asana
• Certification as a Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) or Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Demonstrated leadership experience in managing teams
• Possess OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification
• Experience in material handling equipment, industrial maintenance, or supply chain logistics

Benefits

• 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
• Paid and unpaid time away from work