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Project Controls Senior Manager, Life Sciences/Data Center, Project & Development Services

Cushman & Wakefield
Raleigh, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 8/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/25/2026
Job Title

Project Controls Senior Manager, Life Sciences/Data Center, Project & Development Services

Job Description Summary

Job Description Summary

This managerial role is responsible for overseeing the cost and /or schedule management activities of multiple complex projects simultaneously. The role involves making significant contributions to projects by collaborating with senior project managers, clients, and other stakeholders. It includes developing strategic cost plans and guiding projects from initiation through to closeout. The Manager of Project Controls will lead a team of analysts, ensuring effective development, management, and reporting of cost reports and analyses. This role requires advanced organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, along with the capability to lead and mentor a diverse team.

Job Description

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Develop and oversee the cost and schedule management program, including tools, technology, processes, and procedures for large-scale capital programs.
  • Coordinate and integrate all third-party plans and cost and schedule components into a comprehensive cost plan.
  • Provide leadership in detailed cost analysis, advising project managers, clients, and third parties on cost risks, issues, and mitigation strategies.
  • Manage the accruals and forecast process for multiple projects, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
  • Lead the risk management process, including support for quantitative risk assessments.
  • Oversee the implementation of earned value management in complex manufacturing programs.
  • Ensure the development and maintenance of project control and project execution plans.
  • Supervise the review and approval of invoices from subcontractors and third parties.
  • Lead in the development of RFPs, RFQs, and other project-related contract negotiations.
  • Oversee the development of project estimates and the value engineering process.
  • Develop and refine cost & schedule management procedures for the organization and clients as required.

Education/Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration or related field. Master's degree preferred. Certification preferred.
  • Twelve or more years of related experience with 2 or more years of management experience required. Must have relevant industry experience.
  • Ability to contribute to the strategic direction of the assigned department or assigned practice area. Advanced project management skills with expertise in the project management business.
  • Expert in client relations, client management and consulting.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Highly organized with strong analytical skills. A proficient working knowledge of accounting and financial reporting, budgeting, scheduling and processes as they relate to corporate real estate, design and construction.
  • Software skills: Microsoft Office applications, MS Project.

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: $ 144,500.00 - $170,000.00

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”

Salary : $144,500 - $170,000

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