Sr. Project Manager / Portfolio Lead

Job Title

Sr. Project Manager / Portfolio Lead

Job Description Summary

We are seeking an Strategic Sr. Project Manager with experience in technology initiatives to oversee the development and implementation of AI-driven solutions for Cushman & Wakefield's Valuation & Advisory (V&A) services, as well as managing the V&A technology portfolio to bridge & enhance partnership with business & technology priorities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing multiple technology projects, and will leverage AI-based tools to optimize processes, enhance efficiency, and improve decision-making. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management who can manage tactical details & plan development, and agile methodologies, with a focus on delivering data-driven solutions. This role requires excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills to manage cross-functional teams and ensure the successful prioritization & delivery of products. This role requires a strong leader who is highly collaborative, has strong executive presence, and a keen attention to detail will allow for engagement with a variety of levels of people in the organization that aids in alignment and driving the optimal outcomes for program success.

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Leadership
  • Lead multiple technology projects focused on modernizing valuation workflows through automation, AI analytics, and data-driven tools
  • Serve as the bridge between technical teams and business, ensuring solutions address real business needs
  • Manage portfolio of solutions to help drive organizational transformation toward aligned organizational strategy for optimal outcomes/platform scale
  • Identify opportunities to leverage AI for competitive advantage in the project management process
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Partner with solution managers to translate business needs into technical specifications
  • Coordinate with technology teams (developers, data scientists, ML engineers) to implement solutions
  • Facilitate effective communication between technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Facilitate regular status meetings and ongoing project plan & planning activities regarding schedule development, resource allocation, issue prioritization, risk management, and communication / change planning.
  • Identify risks, dependencies, and bottlenecks proactively, using AI-driven insights for predictive project management.
  • Lead timely resolution of key issues, decisions, escalations, and risks (implementing mitigation plans as needed).
• Advanced Project Management
  • Implement AI-based project management tools (Microsoft Project AI, Smartsheet) to optimize:
    • Resource allocation across multiple concurrent projects
    • Risk assessment and mitigation strategies
    • Timeline tracking and dependency management
    • Use predictive analytics to identify potential bottlenecks before they impact deliverables
• Technical Oversight
  • Manage implementation of complex technology solutions including:
    • AI/ML valuation models that enhance accuracy and efficiency
    • Automated report generation systems
    • Data ingestion pipelines for property and market data
    • Workflow automation tools for valuation professionals
  • Ensure seamless integration between new platforms and existing CRE systems
  • Drive the business adoption plan in partnership of business leadership of cloud-based, data-centric, and AI-enhanced valuation platforms, ensuring seamless integration with existing CRE systems.
• Performance Measurement
  • Establish clear KPIs for measuring project success and ROI
  • Monitor project budgets, timelines, and resource utilization
  • Create dashboards to track adoption rates and performance improvements
  • Report on quantifiable efficiency gains from implemented solutions
  • Prepare and maintain detailed and accurate project reports including progress and health updates, RAID items, budget, etc.
• Innovation Leadership
  • Stay current with emerging project management methodologies and tools
  • Recommend process improvements based on project learnings
  • Champion data-driven decision making throughout the organization

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in project management (technical preferred), with a focus on managing multiple concurrent projects.
• Business implementation/integration experience required
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate across technical and business teams.
• Experience in valuation software solutions, automated appraisal workflows, or property data analytics.
• Knowledge of CRE data platforms (e.g., Argus, CoStar, Real Capital Analytics, Moody’s Analytics, or similar).
• Certification in PMP, PMI-ACP, CSM, or related project management frameworks.
• Background in data science, AI/ML, or cloud-based technology solutions.
• Experience with Commercial Real Estate (CRE) workflows, property valuation processes, or financial modeling tools.
• Hands-on experience with AI-powered project management tools and workflow automation.
• Strong knowledge of Agile, Scrum, and other project management methodologies.
• Familiarity with AI/ML applications in data analytics, workflow automation, and valuation modeling.
• PMP certification
• Change Management experience across new technology implementations
• Strong organizational skills
• High attention to detail
• Critical thinking
• Excellent communicator - written and verbal
• Interpersonal skills

Why Join Us?

• Lead cutting-edge AI-driven valuation technology initiatives.
• Work with a dynamic team at the forefront of CRE innovation.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Career growth and development opportunities in AI-powered PropTech.

Cushman & Wakefield provides equal employment opportunity. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative​ Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without  regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

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