Partner - Project Management

Cushman & Wakefield
London
Job Title
Partner - Project Management
Job Description Summary
With account and/or client leadership, ensure that all Project Management deliverables are met including SLA and KPI requirements
Job Description
Partner / Director - Project Management
Position Summary

With overall accountability for client and account delivery, the Partner / Director will lead the successful execution of Project Management services across a defined portfolio, geography, or strategic client account. The role is responsible for ensuring all project deliverables are met in line with agreed SLAs and KPIs, while advising clients on short-, medium-, and long-term real estate strategies that are commercially effective, operationally robust, and aligned to wider business objectives.

This role combines client leadership, commercial oversight, and people leadership , with a strong focus on growth, quality, and reputation.

Key Responsibilities

Client & Account Leadership
  • Act as senior Project Management lead for assigned accounts or regions, maintaining trusted, long-term client relationships.
  • Advise clients on portfolio strategy, capital expenditure planning, and real estate solutions aligned to business needs.
  • Ensure consistent delivery of high-quality Project Management services across base build and interiors projects.
Project & Portfolio Oversight
  • Provide strategic oversight of all current and future projects within the portfolio, ensuring performance against scope, programme, cost, risk, and quality.
  • Review and challenge design development, budgets, and schedules from a client-focused perspective.
  • Lead resolution of complex programming, design, and delivery issues through to project completion.
  • Oversee site and facility evaluations in line with client requirements and strategic objectives.
Commercial & Service Development
  • Refine and evolve Cushman & Wakefield Project Management service offerings to meet current and emerging client needs.
  • Promote Project Management and wider Client Solutions services internally and externally to support growth.
  • Contribute to business development activities, fee proposals, and strategic pursuits.
Leadership & People Management
  • Lead, develop, and inspire high-performing Project Management teams.
  • Ensure appropriate resourcing, succession planning, and capability development.
  • Set clear objectives, conduct performance reviews, and support continuous professional development.
  • Obtain stakeholder buy-in for organisational change, team commitments, and expenditure beyond approved budgets.
Governance, Risk & Compliance
  • Ensure adherence to corporate policies, professional standards, and relevant legislation.
  • Maintain robust governance, reporting, and escalation processes.
  • Oversee portfolio-level CapEx planning and forward-looking real estate outlooks.
  • Coordinate internal, external, and client resources at a portfolio level.
Key Competencies
  • Strategic Communication (written and verbal)
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Leadership & Influence
  • Technical & Commercial Expertise
  • Consultancy & Problem Solving
Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related discipline (required).
  • Master's degree or equivalent professional qualification (preferred).
Experience
  • Minimum 10 years' experience in a senior engineering, construction, or project management role.
  • Proven track record of leading complex projects and portfolios in a client-facing consultancy environment.
  • Experience managing teams, budgets, and senior stakeholder relationships.
INCO: "Cushman & Wakefield"
Posted 2026-01-18

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