Transition Project Manager

Cushman & Wakefield is a leading global real estate services firm, and they are seeking a Transition Project Manager to lead complex transition and demobilization initiatives. The role involves coordinating cross-functional teams, managing risks and resources, and ensuring high-quality project outcomes while maintaining operational continuity.

Responsibilities:

• Develop detailed project plans, including scope, goals, deliverables, and timelines
• Identify project resource requirements and allocate resources effectively
• Coordinate with functional managers to secure necessary resources for project success
• Manage day-to-day project activities, ensuring project milestones and deliverables are achieved
• Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring financial performance aligns with project plans
• Monitor project progress, track key metrics, and report on project status to stakeholders
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies to address potential issues
• Maintain regular communication with stakeholders, providing updates on project status, risks, and issues
• Identify and resolve project-related issues and conflicts
• Engage with stakeholders to understand project requirements, expectations, and dependencies
• Foster effective communication and collaboration among project team members and stakeholders
• Proactively manage stakeholder expectations and ensure their involvement and buy-in throughout the project
• Monitor resource utilization, adjust allocation as needed, and resolve resource conflicts
• Ensure all project deliverables meet quality standards and are completed to stakeholder satisfaction
• Utilize program framework, methodology, and tools in project delivery
• Facilitate, develop, and manage project documentation, including statements of work, business cases, project management plans, training materials, budgets, and risk mitigation

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in business management or related field or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of relevant post graduate experience
• Previous technical knowledge/skills in the facilities services industry
• Strong problem analysis and resolution skills
• Relationship and partnership building skills
• Administrative, management, and leadership skills
• Demonstrated high-level verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to convey technical issues to non-technical individuals and communicate effectively with all levels of the organization
• Demonstrate and display honesty, integrity, and personal accountability
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team and follow directions accurately
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Strong customer service orientation
• Ability to work independently, prioritize competing demands, and execute tasks in a fast-paced operating environment
• Detail oriented and well-organized
• Must be proactive, flexible, responsible, and resourceful
• Ability to be innovative, creative, and energetic. Embrace diversity and differences
• Ability to meet timelines, milestones, and deliverables in a timely manner
• Smartsheet and SharePoint experience strongly preferred
• PMP or other project management certifications are a plus