[Remote] Senior Director, Mission Critical, Project & Development Services
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Cushman & Wakefield is seeking an exceptional leader to head their expansion into Mission Critical Facilities and Data Centers. This role involves managing business development activities, ensuring client satisfaction, and fostering cross-business collaboration while upholding the company's values and standards.ResponsibilitiesBe accountable and responsible for spearheading our BD efforts in engaging in new sectors and working with local markets to establish wins and employee engagement/recruitmentSpearhead initiatives across Artificial Intelligence, IoT, Mission Critical, and other advanced technologies solutionsLead multi-disciplined Advanced Technologies Commercial Real Estate projects, offering tailored solutions to clientsAct as the primary representative for clients on all aspects of assigned engagements, ensuring exceptional service deliveryBridge communication and workflow between the company's departments, third-party partners, and clients for seamless service integrationOversee and be accountable for the successful completion and delivery of projects, meeting client expectations and requirementsWork in tandem with the Project & Development Services leadership team to foster cross-business collaboration, focusing on the best interests of clients, colleagues, and external stakeholdersUphold high standards of professionalism and integrity, aiming for win-win solutions while considering the interests of Cushman & Wakefield, stakeholders, and the broader communitySkillsBachelor's degree in a Science or Mechanical and/or Electrical engineering disciplines7 to 10+ years of Design and Construction industry experience in mission critical, data center, and/or advanced technologies15+ years of Commercial Real Estate Project Management experience with related experience in product development, launch, business process optimization, regulatory submission and/or regulatory compliance, and/or quality assuranceProven track record with delivering complex commercial Real Estate and Design/Construction projectsExpertise with municipalities, economic development authorities, utility companies, and familiarity with zoning and entitlements processes, and dealings with complex land use issuesStrong leadership skills with the ability to act as a liaison across various departments and external partnersExcellent communication, organizational, and project management skillsCommitment to professionalism, ethical standards, and innovative problem-solvingDemonstrates subject matter expertise in the development and completion aforementioned project typesActs as the trusted business advisor and strategic partner by the clients both internally and externallyAdvanced degrees are desirablePMP and LEED Certificates preferredKnowledge and application of a disciplined Project Management process (Six Sigma desirable)Company OverviewCushman & Wakefield is a real estate services firm that offers retail investment, energy management, and property services. It was founded in 1917, and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.cushmanwakefield.com.Company H1B SponsorshipCushman & Wakefield has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 2 in 2026, 3 in 2025, 6 in 2024, 2 in 2023, 6 in 2022, 1 in 2021, 2 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.