Managing Director, Project & Development Services

Job TitleManaging Director, Project & Development ServicesJob Description SummaryThe Sub Regional Leader leads operations, growth, and delivery excellence across multiple markets within a defined sub region. Serving as a connector between Regional strategy and Market execution, this leader drives business development, operational consistency, financial performance, and talent development at the sub regional level.Job DescriptionKey ResponsibilitiesSub‑Regional Strategy & Multi‑Market LeadershipTranslate and execute regional strategy at the sub‑region level.Ensure operational alignment and consistent delivery across all markets.Conduct regular reviews with Market Leaders to evaluate performance, client satisfaction, and business needs.Business Development & Market GrowthLead BD efforts across multiple markets, driving pipeline development and revenue growth.Support major pursuits as senior advisor, partnering with Marketing, PDS leadership, and other service lines.Represent the sub‑region at industry events and internal forums to promote capabilities.Operational Excellence & Risk ManagementImplement standardized delivery practices, risk protocols, and assurance processes across the sub‑region.Serve as escalation point for multi‑market project challenges, operational gaps, or client concerns.Capture and share cross‑market insights to elevate service quality.Financial OversightManage sub‑regional forecasting, reporting, budgeting, and financial performance.Partner with Market Leaders to ensure accuracy in financial planning and accountability.Monitor revenue drivers, profitability targets, and resource utilization.Talent Development & Leadership SupportMentor, coach, and develop Market Leaders and other key talent.Partner with HR on performance management, succession planning, and team engagement.Foster a culture aligned with C&W’s DRIVE values.QualificationsBachelor’s degree required.10+ years of experience with 5+ years in leadership roles.Experience managing multi‑market operations and client‑facing delivery teams.Strong financial acumen and proven track record in business development.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: $ 225,250.00 - $265,000.00Cushman & 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 View phone number on us.fitly.work or email View email address on us.fitly.work. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.INCO: “Cushman & Wakefield”SummaryLocation: San Francisco, California, USA; San Jose, California, USAType: Full time