Project Manager

The Midlands team are undergoing a period of growth, due to increased client demand we are looking for experienced and aspiring project managers to join an experienced and supportive team. Working across a range of prestigious infrastructure projects, spanning sectors including transportation (rail/aviation), highways and utilities, you will diversify your project experience with us. Our clients are at the forefront of industry leading change and we are keen to speak to like-minded individuals at various stages within their careers to see what Turner & Townsend can offer you.

Main Purpose of Role

To lead Project Management Commissions, taking responsibility for end-to-end service delivery, often with respect to large or complex projects. To act as the key, day-to-day client interface, ensuring that client objectives are met and that projects are delivered to time and cost targets and the appropriate quality standards.

Scope

Project Managers handle commissions of varying sizes, typically £10m to £25m, depending on complexity. For advisory services such as urban regeneration funding, overall project size may be larger.

Key Accountabilities

• Advising at a strategic level at project inception, including providing advice on different approaches to achieve client objectives.
• Preparing and maintaining definitions of project requirements.
• Helping to establish overall success criteria: time, cost, technical and performance parameters.
• Establishing effective project governance, processes and systems for use throughout the project.
• Preparing and maintaining schedules of activity and producing the master project plan.
• Managing the development of the project in accordance with approved plans and targets.
• Developing and implementing resource plans and procuring resources.
• Leading and facilitating the overall cross-functional project team.
• Monitoring and applying performance management techniques, including KPIs, to improve project performance.
• Managing the change control process.
• Developing and agreeing budgets, controlling forecast and actual costs.
• Managing the flow of project information between the team and the client via regular meetings and written communications.
• Identifying and monitoring project risks and planning and implementing risk mitigations.
• Preparing formal project progress and other reports.
• Leading the interface with the client, other consultants, and managing stakeholders at all project stages.
• Advising the client regarding Health & Safety and Environmental issues and risks.
• Planning for and the ongoing management of quality, safety, health and environment issues.
• Ensuring SOX control responsibilities are adhered to where applicable.

Key Performance Indicators

• Projects are managed to the right quality standards and completed efficiently, on time and to budget.
• Project delivery meets client objectives and accords with conditions of appointment.
• The project team is led effectively.
• Strong relationships are developed with clients and cross-functional team members.
• Line-management responsibilities are discharged effectively, where appropriate.
• Business development opportunities with existing and new clients, including cross-selling opportunities, are identified and acted upon.
• The internal financial status of all projects is effectively monitored.
• Key information and data are effectively cascaded and appropriately retained.

Qualifications

• NEC (3/4) accreditation (preferred).
• Chartered/qualified with ICE, APM, RICS, etc. preferred.
• Degree qualified in a construction-related subject.

Additional Information

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.