JOHN JOHANSON
Westborough
Summary
Senior Project Manager specializing in large-scale capital and workplace transformation programs for Fortune 500 clients. Proven leader delivering $10M-$30M+ projects and corporate real estate initiatives through strategic budgeting, procurement, risk mitigation, and executive stakeholder management to meet schedule, cost, and client-experience objectives.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Project Manager
Cushman & Wakefield
Boston
01.2026 - Current
- Lead delivery and oversight of the BNY corporate real estate portfolio, directing multiple concurrent capital projects valued at $10M+ including headquarters renovations, executive amenity spaces, and client-facing environments.
- Managed project financials, schedule, and procurement: developed RFPs, negotiated contracts, implemented cost controls, and produced executive reports to ensure budget and timeline adherence.
- Collaborated with C-suite stakeholders, architects, engineers, consultants, and construction teams to convert strategic objectives into actionable project plans and operational readiness milestones.
- Facilitated vendor performance, risk mitigation, and issue resolution through structured project governance and effective cross-functional communication.
Project Manager
JLL
01.2023 - 01.2026
- Managed complex capital projects for Oracle and RTX portfolios, ensuring alignment with corporate goals.
- Managed complex capital projects supporting Oracle and RTX corporate portfolios.
- Directed cross-functional teams and served as primary liaison between executive stakeholders, consultants, contractors, and client leadership.
- Led RFP development and procurement strategy while overseeing change management, financial reporting, and project communications.
- Recognized as Wellness Champion by the JLL New England Chapter for leadership and contributions to employee culture and engagement.
Project Manager / Commercial Development Sales Consultant
Commonwealth Building, Inc.
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Managed commercial real estate development and construction initiatives over $1M across New England and New York, ensuring timely project delivery.
- Directed budgeting, procurement, vendor relationships, contract negotiations, and project execution to optimize resource allocation and project outcomes.
- Developed client relationships that supported project profitability and operational efficiency, contributing to sustained business growth.
Project Manager
On Deck Sports
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Managed post-sale project operations for collegiate, professional, and private athletic facilities, ensuring timely and successful project delivery.
- Directed scheduling, budgeting, installation coordination, and stakeholder communications for multiple concurrent projects, optimizing resource allocation and timelines.
- Coordinated planning and operational oversight to support execution of projects, enhancing collaboration among stakeholders.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Exercise & Sport Sciences, Sport Management
Colby-Sawyer College
New LondonSkills
Real Estate Project Management
- Project Lifecycle Management
- Vendor & Contractor Management
- Procurement Management
- Risk Management
- Construction oversight
- Budget Planning
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Stakeholder engagement
- Executive Stakeholder Management
- Client relations
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Team Leadership and Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Change management
- Team leadership
- Workplace projects
- Real Estate and Corporate Business Development
Accomplishments
- Delivered multiple large-scale capital and workplace transformation projects valued $10M-$30M+, consistently meeting schedule and budget targets from concept through closeout.
- Managed corporate real estate portfolio programs for Fortune 500 clients, aligning C-suite stakeholders, architects, engineers, consultants, and contractors to improve project value and client experience.
- Directed cross-functional teams and third-party consultants on headquarters renovations and executive amenity initiatives, accelerating operational readiness and move-in readiness for occupied spaces.
- Optimized procurement and RFP strategies to streamline vendor selection and contract execution, strengthening vendor performance and reducing procurement risk.
- Established financial oversight, reporting, and change-management controls that maintained budget discipline and transparency across complex multi-million-dollar projects.
- Recognized as JLL New England Wellness Champion for leadership and contributions to employee culture and engagement.
Personal Information
Title: SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER
Timeline
Senior Project Manager
Cushman & Wakefield
01.2026 - Current
Project Manager
JLL
01.2023 - 01.2026
Project Manager / Commercial Development Sales Consultant
Commonwealth Building, Inc.
01.2021 - 01.2023
Project Manager
On Deck Sports
01.2019 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Exercise & Sport Sciences, Sport Management
Colby-Sawyer College