Project Execution Lead
Cushman & Wakefield · Creve Coeur, MO · Yesterday
RemoteRemoteProject Management$136k–$160k/yrFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Project Managers responsible for managing multiple construction projects.
- Establish performance expectations and accountability standards across the project management team.
- Conduct regular project reviews, coaching sessions, and performance evaluations.
- Promote a culture of safety, quality, collaboration, and operational excellence.
- Serve as the senior point of contact for key clients and stakeholders.
- Develop and maintain strong client relationships to ensure satisfaction, repeat business, and long-term partnerships.
- Lead executive-level project reviews and business meetings.
- Manage client expectations and proactively address escalated concerns.
- Identify opportunities for additional services, project expansion, and business growth.
- Provide oversight of all projects within the assigned portfolio to ensure successful delivery.
- Monitor project performance related to scope, budget, schedule, quality, and risk.
- Ensure Project Managers adhere to company processes, contract requirements, and project management standards.
- Review and approve project execution plans, recovery plans, and change management strategies.
- Lead issue resolution for complex project challenges and critical project risks.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Business, or related field.
- PMP, CCM, DBIA, or similar professional certification preferred.
- Experience: 10+ years of construction management or project management experience. 5+ years leading project management teams and large-scale construction programs. Experience managing multiple Project Managers and complex project portfolios. Proven success overseeing project financials, schedules, and client relationships. Strong understanding of project controls, forecasting, risk management, and performance reporting.