Job description
Job Number:
3236372
DESCRIPTION
What will you be doing?
Foster a team environment and assure the development, alignment and implementation of standards, processes and best practices across a matrix managed organization; regionally and globally
Accountable for strategic leadership of the capital management function and service delivery in the EMEA Region
Formulate and execute on real estate strategies to improve overall service delivery and outcomes for clients and the Firm
Manage and lead a team of internal & external senior project managers responsible for the implementation strategic objectives that are aligned with the goals and objectives of the Firm
Capable of managing the relationship across a range of internal Stakeholders and Business Unit leads.
Drive a culture of talent development for all team members through proper goal setting, identification of training opportunities and a career growth focus
Development of creative and innovative project management solutions to maximize service delivery and client needs
Lead delivery models and manage/drive performance via a suite of robust KPIs and comparative metrics
Responsible for project risk management and mitigation including assuring Morgan Stanley's CDM (or regional equivalent) and project-related statutory H&S responsibilities are discharged through all stages of the project.
Responsible for business case compilation/creation, prudent budgeting and project & financial management controls including a commitment to reporting and cost optimization programs
Develop, implement, and maintain sound business practices and policies to ensure quality service delivery for Morgan Stanley's portfolio and internal business clients
Lead and support efforts associated with the development and evolution of project management tools and service delivery platforms
Oversee the development of client briefs into full project specifications in conjunction with the
Workplace design, Transaction Management, Property Management, and other Corporate Services areas as appropriate
Demonstrates a commitment to integrity, excellence and development of a strong team work ethic
Develop a culture of Measured Performance Management
Cross-Functional Roles & Responsibilities:
Ensures engagement reviews with required stakeholders, a commitment to evolving policy and process, and quality assurance procedures for all projects
Act as the internal liaison to other Morgan Stanley service groups with a commitment to integration and collaboration between all Corporate Services and Property Management
(Property Services, Employee & Guest Services and Engineering Design) functions
Provide project management expertise and a commitment to standards, benchmarking, process, best practices, policy, compliance, and risk mitigation
Develop relationships across Morgan Stanley to become a trusted advisor to colleagues, internal clients', and business units
Advise project managers on understanding the implications of different technical choices and guide them in directing the clients to the best solution for the enterprise
Reinforces team approach regionally throughout practice both on client projects and internal initiatives by partnering across all corporate services functions for a holistic approach
Active engagement with the Workplace and Design team to deliver and provide continuous improvement to the firms Workplace Evolution initiative
In conjunction with the procurement team, ensure that consultants and trade contractors are appointed in accordance with the established selection and purchasing procedures
Communicate effectively with clients to identify needs and evaluate alternative business solutions and strategies
Continually defines ways to increase customer satisfaction and deepen client relationships
QUALIFICATIONS
Experience in project management in corporate fit-outs, infrastructure and critical environments
Thorough understanding of the Real Estate and Project Management lifecycle and principles Transformational leader with demonstrative capabilities in process optimization and organizational change management
Strong vendor management and commercialism skills, particularly in relationship to performance based contracting and strategic alliances/partnerships with service(s) providers
Ability to investigate, analyze, synthesize and apply complex information, problems, concepts and theories to a project management body of knowledge or practice
Previous experience in investment banking/financial services or critical system environments would be advantageous
Excellent communication, interpersonal and client service skills
Intermediate to advanced software skills including MS Office package (PowerPoint, Excel, Word) and working knowledge of a project management software tool such MS Project, or similar is required
Communicate professionally and effectively in a range of modes to various audiences to achieve targeted outcomes
An organized and self-disciplined individual with respect to time management and work processes.