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At Cumming Group, you will work on some of the world's most exciting projects in a dynamic environment where your success is measured by the impact you make. We are one of the fastest-growing project and cost management consultancies in the United States, as reflected in our top 15 rankings in ENR. With over 70 offices globally, an extremely diverse project portfolio, and double-digit year-over-year revenue growth, the opportunities to make your mark are limitless!
In this role, you will be a member of our rapidly growing Program & Project Management team. The PM team's standard is to 'manage each project like we own it'. We are unique in that we provide in-house cost management and project scheduling along with program and project management, in a fully integrated package. With client needs and ethics put above all else, coupled with our inherent competitive advantages, it’s no wonder why we've achieved such immense success.
We are currently looking for a Relocation Assistant Project Manager. The purpose of a Relocation Assistant Project Manager is to assist the move team with on-site and day-to-day tasks along with communications and documentation. The Relocation Assistant Project Manager assists in the selection and engagement of a moving contractor and other relocation vendors, including OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers), equipment service providers, decontamination vendors, environmental vendors, and other specialty service providers and coordinates pre and post move tasks in addition to the execution of the move itself. The Relocation Assistant Project Manager will work closely with Project Managers, client stakeholders, and relocation vendors throughout planning, readiness, execution, and post-move activities required to achieve seamless relocations. The role requires regular coordination with client departments including Facilities, Space Planning, Scientific User Groups, Information Technology (IT), Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), Security, Operations, Real Estate, and Building Management.
This position is expected to be highly visible and client-facing and may require on-site attendance up to five (5) days per week based on client and project requirements.
Responsibilities:
Depending on the nature and scope of the project, the Relocation Assistant Project Manager will manage the relocation of biotech and research laboratory equipment, chemicals and biological materials, office furniture, computer equipment, personal crated items, etc.
Relocation Assistant Project Manager responsibilities will include the following at different stages of the project.
- Organize and facilitate client meetings, move readiness reviews, logistics walkthroughs, and stakeholder coordination sessions.
- Develop and maintain move plans, schedules, timelines, move matrices, tagging systems, checklists, and project documentation.
- Work closely with Project Managers, Project Directors, client stakeholders, and end users to support planning, readiness, execution, and post-move activities.
- Coordinate with client departments including Facilities, Space Planning, Scientific User Groups, Information Technology (IT), Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), Security, Operations, and Building Management.
- Assist with equipment surveys, inventory validation, location tracking, floor plan coordination, and move planning activities.
- Coordinate the relocation of biotechnology and research laboratory equipment, scientific instrumentation, chemicals, biological materials, and temperature-sensitive assets.
- Coordinate relocation vendors including movers, OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers), equipment service providers, decontamination vendors, environmental vendors, and other specialty service providers.
- Support OEM activities including equipment surveys, de-installation, transportation planning, reinstallation, service scheduling, certification, and commissioning support, as required.
- Coordinate packing instructions, labeling programs, decontamination documentation, move communications, and move readiness activities.
- Manage loading dock reservations, elevator scheduling, access requirements, and other move logistics.
- Support coordination of vendor proposals, quotes, purchase orders, invoice reviews, schedule updates, and project action items.
- Support on-site move execution activities and monitor vendor performance during relocation events.
- Conduct post-move walkthroughs, support post-move command center activities, and assist with issue resolution and post-move stabilization.
- Maintain project schedules, meeting minutes, action item logs, move matrices, and project documentation using client-preferred systems and project management tools.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Facilities Management, Project Management, Event Management, Logistics, or a closely related field is highly preferred.
- 1+ years of relevant experience in the architecture, engineering, construction, facilities, project management, relocation, logistics, event planning, operations, or life sciences industries.
- Experience supporting laboratory, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, healthcare, research, office, or facility relocation projects is a plus.
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks, priorities, stakeholders, and deadlines simultaneously.
- Strong communication, coordination, and interpersonal skills.
- Experience coordinating project logistics, schedules, meetings, action items, vendors, and stakeholder communications.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Teams.
- Proficient in Bluebeam and AutoCAD.
- Familiarity with Smartsheet or other project management software is a plus.
- General understanding of project sequencing, floor plans, drawings, specifications, and project documentation.
- Ability to work independently while supporting a larger project team in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability and willingness to work on-site based on project and client requirements, including up to five (5) days per week when required.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing project priorities, schedules, and client needs.
Cumming Group is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity in its personnel policies and practices. It is Cumming Group’s policy to recruit, hire, train and promote Team Members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, marital status, registered domestic partner status, genetic information, sexual preference, sexual orientation, gender (including gender expression and gender identity), pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions, including breastfeeding), military service, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical disability, mental disability, veteran status or any other protected classification under federal, state, or local law. All such decisions are based on (1) individual merit, qualifications, and competence as they relate to the particular position, and (2) promotion of the principle of equal employment opportunity.
All other terms and conditions of employment, such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoff, return from layoff, training, education, and social and recreational programs, are administered without regard to the characteristics described above. To this end, Cumming Group complies with all provisions of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended, all of the rules, regulations and relevant orders of the Secretary of Labor, and all similar state and local laws.
In addition to base salary, Cumming Group offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k)
- 401(k) Matching
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Short and long-term disability
- Employee Assistance Program
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At Cumming Group, you will work on some of the world's most exciting projects in a dynamic environment where your success is measured by the impact you make. We are one of the fastest-growing project and cost management consultancies in the United States, as reflected in our top 15 rankings in ENR. With over 70 offices globally, an extremely diverse project portfolio, and double-digit year-over-year revenue growth, the opportunities to make your mark are limitless!
In this role, you will be a member of our rapidly growing Program & Project Management team. The PM team's standard is to 'manage each project like we own it'. We are unique in that we provide in-house cost management and project scheduling along with program and project management, in a fully integrated package. With client needs and ethics put above all else, coupled with our inherent competitive advantages, it’s no wonder why we've achieved such immense success.
We are currently looking for a Relocation Assistant Project Manager. The purpose of a Relocation Assistant Project Manager is to assist the move team with on-site and day-to-day tasks along with communications and documentation. The Relocation Assistant Project Manager assists in the selection and engagement of a moving contractor and other relocation vendors, including OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers), equipment service providers, decontamination vendors, environmental vendors, and other specialty service providers and coordinates pre and post move tasks in addition to the execution of the move itself. The Relocation Assistant Project Manager will work closely with Project Managers, client stakeholders, and relocation vendors throughout planning, readiness, execution, and post-move activities required to achieve seamless relocations. The role requires regular coordination with client departments including Facilities, Space Planning, Scientific User Groups, Information Technology (IT), Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), Security, Operations, Real Estate, and Building Management.
This position is expected to be highly visible and client-facing and may require on-site attendance up to five (5) days per week based on client and project requirements.
Responsibilities:
Depending on the nature and scope of the project, the Relocation Assistant Project Manager will manage the relocation of biotech and research laboratory equipment, chemicals and biological materials, office furniture, computer equipment, personal crated items, etc.
Relocation Assistant Project Manager responsibilities will include the following at different stages of the project.
- Organize and facilitate client meetings, move readiness reviews, logistics walkthroughs, and stakeholder coordination sessions.
- Develop and maintain move plans, schedules, timelines, move matrices, tagging systems, checklists, and project documentation.
- Work closely with Project Managers, Project Directors, client stakeholders, and end users to support planning, readiness, execution, and post-move activities.
- Coordinate with client departments including Facilities, Space Planning, Scientific User Groups, Information Technology (IT), Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), Security, Operations, and Building Management.
- Assist with equipment surveys, inventory validation, location tracking, floor plan coordination, and move planning activities.
- Coordinate the relocation of biotechnology and research laboratory equipment, scientific instrumentation, chemicals, biological materials, and temperature-sensitive assets.
- Coordinate relocation vendors including movers, OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers), equipment service providers, decontamination vendors, environmental vendors, and other specialty service providers.
- Support OEM activities including equipment surveys, de-installation, transportation planning, reinstallation, service scheduling, certification, and commissioning support, as required.
- Coordinate packing instructions, labeling programs, decontamination documentation, move communications, and move readiness activities.
- Manage loading dock reservations, elevator scheduling, access requirements, and other move logistics.
- Support coordination of vendor proposals, quotes, purchase orders, invoice reviews, schedule updates, and project action items.
- Support on-site move execution activities and monitor vendor performance during relocation events.
- Conduct post-move walkthroughs, support post-move command center activities, and assist with issue resolution and post-move stabilization.
- Maintain project schedules, meeting minutes, action item logs, move matrices, and project documentation using client-preferred systems and project management tools.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Facilities Management, Project Management, Event Management, Logistics, or a closely related field is highly preferred.
- 1+ years of relevant experience in the architecture, engineering, construction, facilities, project management, relocation, logistics, event planning, operations, or life sciences industries.
- Experience supporting laboratory, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, healthcare, research, office, or facility relocation projects is a plus.
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks, priorities, stakeholders, and deadlines simultaneously.
- Strong communication, coordination, and interpersonal skills.
- Experience coordinating project logistics, schedules, meetings, action items, vendors, and stakeholder communications.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Teams.
- Proficient in Bluebeam and AutoCAD.
- Familiarity with Smartsheet or other project management software is a plus.
- General understanding of project sequencing, floor plans, drawings, specifications, and project documentation.
- Ability to work independently while supporting a larger project team in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability and willingness to work on-site based on project and client requirements, including up to five (5) days per week when required.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing project priorities, schedules, and client needs.
Cumming Group is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity in its personnel policies and practices. It is Cumming Group’s policy to recruit, hire, train and promote Team Members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, marital status, registered domestic partner status, genetic information, sexual preference, sexual orientation, gender (including gender expression and gender identity), pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions, including breastfeeding), military service, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical disability, mental disability, veteran status or any other protected classification under federal, state, or local law. All such decisions are based on (1) individual merit, qualifications, and competence as they relate to the particular position, and (2) promotion of the principle of equal employment opportunity.
All other terms and conditions of employment, such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoff, return from layoff, training, education, and social and recreational programs, are administered without regard to the characteristics described above. To this end, Cumming Group complies with all provisions of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended, all of the rules, regulations and relevant orders of the Secretary of Labor, and all similar state and local laws.
In addition to base salary, Cumming Group offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k)
- 401(k) Matching
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Short and long-term disability
- Employee Assistance Program
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in relocation manager jobs.
- 3-5 years of experience coordinating domestic or international employee relocations
- Familiarity with relocation management company platforms and vendor coordination
- Knowledge of lump-sum, managed-budget, and full-service relocation program structures
- Experience administering relocation policies and handling exception requests
- Proficiency with HRIS systems and expense management or reimbursement tools
- GMS, CRP, or equivalent global mobility certification preferred
Tips for Your Relocation Manager Job Search
Quantify moves managed on your resume
Relocation managers are expected to show volume and complexity. List the number of relocations you've coordinated annually, the types of moves handled, and any cost-savings you achieved through vendor negotiations or policy changes.
Highlight your policy writing experience
Many employers want candidates who can build or overhaul relocation policies, not just execute them. Call out any policy documentation, tier structures, or exception-handling frameworks you've created, even if it was part of a broader HR role.
Get the GMS or CRP certification before applying
The Global Mobility Specialist and Certified Relocation Professional credentials are frequently listed as preferred qualifications. Earning either one before you apply signals that you understand the profession beyond basic logistics coordination.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists relocation manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that name your vendor experience
Employers often call out specific third-party relocation management companies or household goods carriers in their postings. If you've worked with those vendors, name them in your resume and cover letter to signal an immediate operational fit.
Prepare a cost-per-move scenario for interviews
Interviewers frequently test whether you can manage relocation spend. Walk in ready to explain how you calculate cost per move, where you identify budget overruns, and how you handle exceptions without setting precedents that inflate future costs.
Relocation Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most relocation managers?
The most active employers for relocation managers right now are BioLife Plasma Services, Vertin, and JLL, and the most openings are in California, Alaska, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Corporate HR departments, federal contractors, and third-party relocation firms account for the bulk of active postings.
How many relocation manager jobs are remote?
About 50% of relocation manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting broader flexibility in HR-adjacent roles. Policy administration, vendor communication, and lump-sum program oversight tend to be the most remote-compatible functions, while roles that require on-site move support or in-person employee counseling skew toward hybrid or on-site arrangements.
How do you become a relocation manager?
Start by building a foundation in HR, corporate travel, or property management, where you develop transferable skills in vendor coordination and policy administration. Move into a relocation coordinator or mobility specialist role to gain hands-on program experience. Earning the GMS or CRP certification strengthens your credentials significantly. From there, senior relocation manager roles typically require demonstrated ownership of full relocation cycles, including cost management and exception handling.
Can I get hired as a relocation manager with little experience?
Yes, but you'll need to position adjacent experience carefully. Employers hiring at the coordinator or junior manager level often accept backgrounds in HR administration, corporate travel, real estate transactions, or customer service operations. Emphasize any experience managing multi-party logistics, handling sensitive employee situations, or administering policies with exceptions. Pursuing the CRP designation while job searching signals serious intent and can offset a thinner direct background.
What does the relocation manager interview process look like?
Most processes run three to four stages. An initial recruiter screen assesses your background and program familiarity. A hiring manager interview goes deeper on how you structure relocation programs, manage vendors, and handle policy exceptions. A panel or case-based round often tests your judgment on a cost or compliance scenario. Some employers add a final interview with a senior HR leader or department head before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to relocation manager jobs?
You can find and apply to relocation manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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