Job Title

Central Regional Leader, Project & Development Services

Job Description Summary

The Regional Leader is responsible for the comprehensive implementation of strategic direction to successfully lead and grow a Project & Development Services (PDS) in the Central Region. This role is responsible for the profitability, service quality, talent development, and strategic and tactical decisions for PDS in the specific region. They will act as a trusted business advisor and strategic partner to both internal and external clients, leading the sourcing, pitching, and securing of new business and projects within the region.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership and PlanningReport to the President of PDS, Americas and support operational models, risk mitigation, and strategic initiatives to grow and enhance the business.Lead the strategic planning process for key project implementation, communicating project strategies with high impact, clear targets, measurable outcomes, and a high likelihood of successful implementation.Conduct regular status and strategy meetings with the various geographic market leaders and key clients to ensure a high level of execution and client satisfaction is being achieved. Align the C&W service delivery model to meet and exceed performance objectives.
 Business Development and Client RelationsLead business development activities to meet annual business growth objectives including the targeting of key prospects/clients, the creation of powerful proposals and presentations and the execution of the agreement.Establish a strong partnership with key local / regional internal stakeholders across service lines to source new clients and expand current customer share.Partner with PDS Leadership, Marketing, and other service line leaders to develop significant and sustainable business development plans, thought leadership, and communicating priorities in line with PDS strategy.
 Operational Excellence and Risk ManagementLead the implementation of robust regional standards for delivery, risk management, and assurance processes to ensure risks are clearly identified and well-managed.Enhance customer and stakeholder insight by gathering information from clients and project teams, assisting in the delivery of initiatives to provide outstanding customer service, and using this insight to shape Cushman & Wakefield’s PDS Standard Operating Procedures.Work in partnership with other region leaders to ensure consistent client service delivery across geographies
 Financial ManagementOversee all aspects of strategic and financial planning for the region. Develop the annual business plan and operating budget; complete monthly and/or quarterly results, as directed.Manage the P&L of the business unit to ensure appropriate reporting, allocation, and reconciliation of service line finances.Oversee a portfolio with complex initiatives that may span multiple business lines.
 Talent/People ManagementOversee and manage the effective recruitment, selection, performance management and retention of employees to create the best teams to carry out the business line and company’s vision and goalsRecruit, select, train, motivate and lead Market Leaders and other talent in assigned region.Act as a role model for Cushman & Wakefield DRIVE values (Driven, Resilient, Inclusive, Visionary, Entrepreneurial).Regularly assess talent for performance and potential, develop plans for performance improvement or career growth and work closely with HR Business Partner to identify and mitigate issues.
 

Competencies

Operational Leadership and Team Development: Demonstrate financial acumen to manage P&L and understand how PDS generates revenue. Exhibit self-awareness to understand personal strengths and weaknesses, building a successful team structure. Delegate and empower team members, identifying and defining plans for team development and performance management.Business Development and Relationship Building: Build trust with internal stakeholders, maintain a local network, and lead business development and recruiting efforts.Strategic and Growth Mindset: Adapt quickly to new situations, appreciate different perspectives, and understand the broader impact on the organization’s strategy.Sense of Urgency and Engagement: Be responsive and engaging with collaborative partners, make decisive and confident decisions, and take pride and ownership of work and team efforts.Creative Solutioning and Conflict Resolution: React appropriately to conflict situations, provide solutions, leverage resources as needed, and maintain involvement until resolution.
 

Background and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or related fieldMaster’s Degree PreferredCertification PreferredProficient in Microsoft Office Suite and MS ProjectExperience in client relations, client management and consulting15+ years’ experience10+ years management experience

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: $233,750.00 - $275,000.00

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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