Job Description

Job Title

Project ManagerAre you passionate about delivering high-quality refurbishment and development projects? Do you enjoy leading complex projects and working closely with international investors and multidisciplinary teams?

We are a leading global real estate services firm, with a strong Project & Development Services (PDS) platform and over 20 years of experience in Italy delivering successful refurbishment, fit-out and development projects across office, retail, hospitality and industrial sectors.

We are now looking for a Project Manager – Building Refurbishment to join our growing PDS team. In this role, you will manage projects end-to-end, from design and tender through construction and handover, acting as a key interface between clients, consultants, contractors and internal stakeholders.

If you bring solid project management experience, a proactive and results-driven mindset, and thrive in collaborative, fast-paced environments, we’d love to hear from you.

Key responsibilities

• Define the project brief, setting time, cost, design and quality objectives;
• Manage key stakeholders and support the development of project budgets;
• Select, appoint and coordinate project consultants and contractors;
• Conduct site inspections and feasibility studies to identify risks and opportunities;
• Lead RFP and procurement processes for key suppliers;
• Coordinate statutory process with relevant authorities;
• Prepare and manage tender documentation;
• Negotiate and manage consultants and contractor contracts;
• Identify and resolve potential design, construction and contractual issues;
• Monitor project budgets, schedules and contractor payments;
• Manage client-direct works and variations;
• Collaborate with Asset management and Leasing teams to define the project and support leasing strategies;
• Oversee snagging and close-out during the Defects Liability Period;
• Monitor the flow of information throughout the design and execution process among all parties involved — including investors, consultants, architects and construction groups — ensuring alignment and transparency;
• Prepare and deliver presentations to internal committees and stakeholders;
• Ensure proper documentation and data storage for future reference;
• Promote teamwork and compliance with company policies and procedures.

Profile

• Degree in Architecture, Building Engineering or Civil Engineering;
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar role;
• Proficiency in MS Office and MS Project, good knowledge of Autocad and Revit.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken), italian native
• Strong problem-solving, organizational and communication skills
• Results-oriented and able to lead cross-functional teams effectively
• Flexible and collaborative mindset, with a proactive approach to teamwork within the PDS environment.

Location: Milan

INCO: “Cushman & Wakefield”