Senior Project Manager

Job Title Senior Project Manager Job Description Summary The Senior Project Manager (SPM) is responsible for leading complex, high-value interior fit-out projects and managing multiple projects/clients simultaneously. This role goes beyond execution—requiring strong leadership, commercial ownership, and the ability to drive client confidence, business growth, and operational excellence. The SPM is accountable for project delivery, team performance, and overall client satisfaction.

About The Role: Lead end-to-end delivery of large and/or multiple interior fit-out projects (corporate offices, campuses, high-value commercial spaces). Define project execution strategies, phasing plans, and risk mitigation frameworks. Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Drive proactive decision-making to resolve complex project challenges. Act as the senior point of contact for key occupier clients. Build and manage long-term client relationships, ensuring repeat business and account growth. Lead governance meetings, project reviews, and executive-level discussions. Identify opportunities for cross-selling and business development within existing accounts. Own P&L responsibility at project level, including budgeting, forecasting, and margin management. Drive cost optimization, value engineering, and commercial negotiations. Review and approve contractor bills, variations, and claims. Ensure adherence to contracts, commercial terms, and risk management practices. Lead, mentor, and manage Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers. Ensure optimal team deployment and productivity across projects. Drive performance management, capability building, and succession planning. Establish strong contractor/vendor ecosystem and enforce accountability. Monitor contractor performance, timelines, manpower, and quality benchmarks. Lead resolution of contractual disputes and critical site issues. Champion highest standards of quality and HSE (Health, Safety & Environment). Conduct periodic audits and ensure zero tolerance for safety violations. Ensure compliance with all regulatory, client, and internal standards. Provide strategic oversight on design coordination and technical decision-making. Ensure alignment between design intent, cost, and execution feasibility. Drive timely resolution of design changes, RFIs, and technical challenges. Establish strong governance frameworks across projects. Monitor project health through MIS, dashboards, and KPIs. Identify, escalate, and mitigate risks at an early stage. Maintain robust documentation and audit readiness. Oversee final project delivery, snagging, and handover. Ensure closure of all contractual, financial, and documentation aspects. Drive high client satisfaction and strong referenceability.

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering / Architecture / Interior Design or related field 12–18 years of experience in commercial interior fit-out / workplace projects Strong experience with IPC / PMC / real estate consultancy firms preferred Proven track record of managing large-scale or multiple concurrent projects Strong leadership and team management capabilities Excellent commercial acumen with P&L ownership Advanced stakeholder and client management skills Deep understanding of interior fit-out execution, contracts, and delivery models Strong negotiation, decision-making, and conflict resolution skills Proficiency in project planning and reporting tools High ownership and accountability mindset Strategic thinking with execution excellence Ability to handle ambiguity and complex environments Strong problem-solving and risk management approach Project Leader / Program Director Regional / Business Unit Head – PDS Leadership roles in key account or regional business management Why join Cushman & Wakefield? As one of the leading global real estate services firms transforming the way people work, shop and live working at Cushman &