Project Controls Planning Lead, Project & Development Services
cw· Cushman & Wakefield U.S., Inc.
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Project Controls Planning Lead, Project & Development ServicesJob Description Summary
Acts as the project controls lead for large or high-risk projects. Responsible for coordinating cost and schedule activities and serving as the primary point of contact for project-level controls delivery.Job Description
Essential Job Duties
- Oversee schedule management across multiple projects.
- Act as escalation point for complex controls issues.
- Provide QA/QC review of forecasts, schedules, and reporting.
- Lead client meetings related to project controls.
- Manage and mentor Senior Project Controls staff.
- Support resourcing and staffing decisions.
- Coordinate and integrate all third-party schedule components into a comprehensive cost plan.
Education/Experience/Training
- Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration or related field. Master's degree preferred. Certification preferred.
- Ten or more years of related experience with 2 or more years of management experience required.
- Ability to contribute to the strategic direction of the assigned department or assigned practice area.
- Advanced project controls skills.
- Expert in client relations, client management and consulting.
- Highly organized with strong analytical skills.
- Expertise using cost and schedule management software.
- Experience within one or more of the following industries required: construction, life sciences, data centers, industrial or related technical field.
- Must possess exemplary communication skills – both oral and written.
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: $ 119,000.00 - $140,000.00Cushman & 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.
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What is the salary for the Project Controls Planning Lead, Project & Development Services role at cw?
The listed salary for this Project Controls Planning Lead, Project & Development Services position at cw is USD 119K–140K. This is an Full time role.
Where is the Project Controls Planning Lead, Project & Development Services position at cw located?
This Project Controls Planning Lead, Project & Development Services role at cw is based in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Project Controls Planning Lead, Project & Development Services role at cw full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Project Controls Planning Lead, Project & Development Services role in the Cushman & Wakefield U.S., Inc. department at cw.
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This Project Controls Planning Lead, Project & Development Services position is part of the Cushman & Wakefield U.S., Inc. department at cw. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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This Project Controls Planning Lead, Project & Development Services position at cw was posted on Sep 18, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Project Controls Planning Lead, Project & Development Services
cw · 💰 USD 119K–140K
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