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Project & Development Services
Whether you're an occupier seeking greater value from your space through innovative design, or an investor requiring asset enhancement through repair, refresh, or complete reimagining, our experienced teams take ownership of every project detail to exceed expectations. Our comprehensive approach, combined with our deep understanding of local market conditions, regulatory requirements, and industry trends, ensures consistent vision from initial insight through final delivery.
PERFORMANCE METRICS
What Sets Us Apart
Experienced Teams for Superior Delivery
Our seasoned professionals bring decades of collective experience to every project, taking complete ownership while aligning closely with client culture and objectives. We understand that successful development requires more than technical expertise—it demands partners who truly understand your business vision and can navigate complex stakeholder relationships throughout the United States. With a presence in cities like Chicago, New York City, Los Angeles, Dallas, San Francisco, Washington D.C., Atlanta, Miami, and other cities, we are ready to partner with you wherever your business takes you.
End-to-End Service for Optimal Outcomes
From initial concept through final delivery, we provide comprehensive solutions that maintain consistent vision and quality standards. Our integrated approach eliminates the coordination challenges typically associated with multi-vendor projects, ensuring seamless execution across all phases of development while maintaining strict adherence to timelines and budgets.
Innovative Solutions for Complex Challenges
We excel at transforming ambitious ideas into practical realities, offering complete support with strategic planning, implementation, and risk management. Our teams leverage cutting-edge technology and proven methodologies to solve the most demanding construction and development challenges facing clients across diverse markets and property types.
Results-Driven Project Management
Our commitment to delivering measurable outcomes drives every decision we make. From single build-outs to comprehensive national rollouts, we help clients control costs, reduce risks, and deliver spaces that perform on time and on brand, ensuring maximum return on investment while meeting all regulatory and compliance requirements.
Services
Our Services
Project Management
Our experts deliver comprehensive project management solutions tailored to your business needs, whether relocating or renovating. From site selection and due diligence to design, construction, and FF&E management, we minimize risk while ensuring seamless execution across US markets.
Program Management
We provide scalable teams to ensure consistent results across your portfolio. Whether managing new locations, renovations, or brand redesigns, we handle everything from multi-site project delivery to cost management and process development for US-wide properties.
Project Controls
With robust controls, we ensure confidence in every project phase. Our services include scheduling, cost and risk management, earned value analysis, and benchmarking, delivering reliable performance and clear baselines for successful program execution.
Project & Development Consulting
We provide tailored advice to optimize costs and create efficient workspaces. From strategic planning and space optimization to sustainability solutions and relocation management, we help deliver effective environments suited to US market needs.
Development Advisory & Management
As a trusted development partner, we align your vision with clear project goals. We support build-to-suit projects, adaptive re-use, feasibility analysis, RFP development, and financing strategies, making your vision a reality across US markets.
Specialization
Industry-Focused Solutions
Office
Our PDS professionals serving the Office sector understand the evolving workplace landscape across American markets, from traditional corporate headquarters to flexible coworking environments. We deliver spaces that enhance productivity, attract top talent, and support modern business operations while incorporating the latest sustainability standards and smart building technologies. Our expertise spans everything from tenant improvements and full building repositioning to ground-up development of Class A office properties that meet tomorrow's workplace demands.
Logistics and Industrial
Our logistics and industrial development professionals understand the rapidly evolving logistics and industrial sector, which requires specialized knowledge of supply chain operations, automation technologies, and last-mile delivery requirements. Our teams help create efficient distribution centers, manufacturing facilities, and fulfilment operations that optimize workflow while meeting stringent operational requirements. We understand the critical importance of location, transportation access, and scalable design in creating facilities that support America's evolving commerce landscape.
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Data Center
Our data center professionals understand the unique requirements of mission-critical facilities as digital infrastructure demands continue expanding. The PDS approach focuses on site selection, project controls, and project management, all backed by the expertise of Cushman & Wakefield’s Global Data Center Advisory practice. We service spaces including hyperscale data centers, edge computing facilities, and colocation environments that meet the highest standards for reliability, security, and energy efficiency. Our teams understand the complex mechanical, electrical, and connectivity requirements that ensure optimal performance in this rapidly growing sector.
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Life Sciences
Our life sciences professionals understand that the life sciences sector demands highly specialized facilities that support cutting-edge research and manufacturing operations. Our development teams create laboratory spaces, cleanroom environments, and manufacturing facilities that meet stringent regulatory requirements while providing the flexibility to adapt to evolving scientific needs. We understand the unique challenges of developing spaces that support innovation while maintaining the highest standards for safety and compliance.
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Retail
Our retail development specialists create engaging environments that drive consumer engagement and sales performance across diverse retail formats. We work with all types of retail, including integrating retail with residential and office components. We develop spaces that reflect changing consumer preferences while maximizing operational efficiency.
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Adrian Conforti
Senior Managing Director, Americas PDS Data Center & Mid-Atlantic Region Lead
Tysons Corner, United States
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Ready to transform your development vision into reality? Contact our Project & Development Services team today to discuss how we can deliver exceptional results for your next project.