Senior Project Manager
Cushman & Wakefield
Job Title
Senior Project Manager
Job Description Summary
Cushman & Wakefield is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our Project & Development Services team in Canberra. This role leads high‑value capital works projects and supports major operational changes across diverse client portfolios.
As a Senior Project Manager, you will oversee the delivery of complex projects across sectors including Commercial, Industrial, Retail, Aged Care, Education, Mining, Health, Hospitality, Agribusiness and Defence. You will manage end‑to‑end project lifecycles, ensuring quality, compliance, and exceptional client outcomes.
Australian Citizenship Required
NV1 Clearance Preferred
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage high‑value projects from inception to completion
- Develop and maintain project budgets, schedules, and reporting
- Coordinate consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders
- Provide expert guidance aligned with the C&W PM Framework
- Prepare documentation across all project phases (concept to construction)
- Support business development and client presentations
- Mentor and guide junior project staff
- Ensure compliance with government regulations and internal governance
About You
- Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field
- 7+ years experience in project management within construction/engineering
- 3+ years supervisory or team‑lead experience
- Strong communication, leadership, and client‑facing capability
- Proven ability to manage complex stakeholder environments
- Experience delivering large‑scale capital works programs
Why Join Us
Cushman & Wakefield delivers strategic, high‑impact projects across Australia. You’ll work with a collaborative team, contribute to major capital programs, and grow your career within a global organisation.
As an equal opportunity employer, Cushman & Wakefield encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates to apply. Cushman & Wakefield promotes safety at all times.
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