Sr. Project Manager at Cushman & Wakefield in New Orleans, LA

Sr. Project Manager Location: New Orleans, Louisiana, USA Job Title Sr. Project Manager Job Description Summary The Senior Project Manager is responsible for leading a team to execute complex construction projects from initiation through closeout, ensuring delivery on schedule, within budget, and in alignment with organizational quality and safety standards. This role oversees project planning, contractor management, financial performance, and stakeholder communication across multiple active job sites. Job Description Key Responsibilities Project Leadership - Leading a team of direct reports and providing direction for all phases of construction projects, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, procurement, and execution. Contractor Oversight - Manage general contractors, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure compliance with scope, safety, and performance expectations. Budget & Cost Control - Develop and manage project budgets, track expenditures, approve invoices, and forecast financial impacts. Assist with development of annual budget during capital prioritization. Risk Management - Identify project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and ensure adherence to regulatory and safety requirements. Stakeholder Communication - Provide regular updates to leadership, clients, and cross‑functional teams; prepare reports, schedules, and documentation. Quality Assurance - Ensure all work meets company standards, contract requirements, and industry best practices. Team Development - Mentor project managers, coordinators, and field staff. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field. 5–10+ years of progressive experience in commercial, industrial, or infrastructure construction. Proven success managing large scale construction projects $10M+ in value. Strong knowledge of construction methods, building codes, and safety regulations. Excellent leadership, negotiation, and communication skills. Preferred Qualifications Professional certifications such as PMP, LEED AP, or CM-BIM. Experience with design‑build, CMAR, or large‑scale capital improvement programs. Background in risk‑based scheduling or value engineering. Work Environment Primarily in-office with regular travel to active construction sites. Requires ability to navigate uneven terrain, climb ladders, and oversee work in varying weather conditions. Why This Role Matters Senior Project Managers are critical in delivering safe, high‑quality, cost‑effective projects that support organizational growth and operational excellence. Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an 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, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements. The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications. The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role. The compensation for the position is: $ 110,500.00 - $130,000.00 Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email Accommodations@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us. INCO: “Cushman & Wakefield”