About this role
The purpose of this role is to manage projects, on behalf of clients for all phases of the project, including the 6 stages of the project rollout process. Projects managed by a Senior Project Manager will be across different industries and across country borders.
Project Management
Manages the total Project life cycle from conception to completionFacilitate the development of a Clear BriefClearly Define the Roles and Responsibilities of the Consulting TeamDevelops a cost-effective plan and schedule for completion of project following a logical pattern for utilization of resourcesTracks, manages and reports on the construction schedule and associated costs to achieve completion of project within time and monies allocatedPlans, organizes, directs, and the programme control and project managementOversees other project support activities, such as quality assurance, configuration control, project interface, environmental mitigation monitoring, systems integration, property and right-of-way acquisition, administration of interagency agreements, contracts administration and procurement, community relations, and management and administrative services supportMonitors budget and schedule performance, implements cost and schedule control procedures, and implements elements of the quality assurance programManages client relationships
Reports to clients about progress and any necessary modifications of plans that seem indicatedBuilds good relationships between client, consulting, and construction teams Drive effective client service throughout the business and maintain effective relationships with key clients & stakeholders through proactive & ethical business practicesCoordination of sub-contractors and supervision of project staff
Oversee performance of all trade contractors and reviews architectural and engineering drawings to make sure that all specifications and regulations are being followedSupervises assistant project managers, reviews their reports, checks on any reported difficulties, and corrects any safety violations or other reported deficienciesSelects, monitors and reports on the work of subcontractors working on various phases of the projectReviews and monitors activities of the Project Management Team regularlyManages the daily activities of the project teamAdministration
Manages the completion of all required project documentation and reporting within specified deadlines, including: Minutes, Progress Reports, Management reports, Quality Reports, Monthly reportsIs responsible for proper administration of construction contracts and for obtaining all necessary permits and licensesTimely communication of project status and issues, and maintains technical and administrative control for projectsManagement of Staff
Holds monthly meetings with each project manager/assistant project manager to plan activities, set objectives and review progress against objectives.Effectively delegates tasks to subordinates according to their level of ability or personal development plansEmployee development needs are identified and discussed, training and development plans are put in place for each subordinate.Gives opportunity to project manager/assistant project manager chair project & planning / site / ad hoc meetingsDiscusses "lessons learned" from employee’s mistakes / poor judgment to enhance quality of outputs / efficiency in the future - Provides feedback for development in a constructive and professional manner. (Included in Minutes - and career aspirations document)Holds quarterly performance reviews (at least 3) with each project manager/assistant project manager provide feedback for development prior to annual performance reviews.Adapts management style according to each employee’s profile, values and career aspirationsTakes the appropriate disciplinary actions (within legal requirements and in line with company policy) when required.Marketing and business development
Taking responsibility for developing new business opportunities with existing and new Turner & Townsend clientsIdentifying and acting upon cross-selling opportunitiesWorking with Associate Directors and Directors to construct bids for new workAttending formal client pitches with Assistant Directors and DirectorsEnsuring that project case study, photograph and project CV files are kept up to dateIdentifying and acting upon opportunities to improve project management products and services
Qualifications
BSc Degree or BTech Degree or Diploma in the Built EnvironmentProfessional Membership with registered accreditation bodyExperience
Minimum: 10 years’ experience or more in the Built environment, of which 7 years’ experience or more in construction project managementInterpersonal competencies
Ability to work under pressure and coordinate numerous activities and groups of people who need to cooperate to achieve maximum efficiency.Good oral and written communication skillsProblem solving skillsBasic Knowledge of:
Construction ScienceConstruction ProcessesDesign ProcessesFinancial and Cost ProcessesRegulations relating to the Built Environment industry Our people share our Purpose and Values. Turner & Townsend provides a great place to work, where everyone can make change happen and influence a better world.
We champion our people to succeed in both work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive, and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.
Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
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