Director - Health, Education and Life Science

Company Description

At Turner & Townsend, we are passionate about making a difference. That means delivering better outcomes for our clients, helping our people to realize their potential, and doing our part to create a prosperous society.
For over 75 years, we have been helping our clients deliver on their objectives. Our success in realizing outcomes for clients has resulted in significant growth, and we are now facing a new wave of growth to achieve our ambitious 2025 vision. To reach this goal, we need great people who are passionate about both delivering excellent outcomes to our clients and contributing to our future vision. This is made possible through our entrepreneurial culture, allowing employees of all levels to influence the business and own their careers.

Job Description

We are seeking a commercially astute Director with experience in Health, Education, or Life Sciences to join our London Real Estate team. With the opportunity to work on live projects, leading small to medium-sized complex commissions and supporting major new build schemes across these sectors, this is a defined opportunity to take the lead and grow a successful career within our market-leading division.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead small to medium-sized complex commissions and support major new build schemes across Health, Education, and Life Sciences.
• Oversee team operations, including resource planning, contract management, and compliance across multiple projects.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and industry partners.
• Ensure that all projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• Plan and secure resources for the project or programme, using appropriate tools and techniques.
• Lead and manage the project or programme team and delegate tasks, ensuring clear roles and responsibilities.
• Identify and manage risks and issues, using effective mitigation and contingency strategies.
• Ensure the project or programme stays on track and delivers on time and within budget, using relevant project management methodologies and standards.
• Build, sustain, and facilitate relationships with project or programme stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and engagement.
• Monitor and report on the progress and outcomes of the project or programme, using appropriate metrics and indicators.
• Evaluate the impact and benefits of the project or programme, using evidence-based methods and tools.

Drive business development by identifying new opportunities and preparing compelling proposals to grow our presence in Health, Education, and Life Sciences.

Qualifications

• Experience in team leadership, compliance management, and business development.
• Proven track record of delivering high-quality project management services across the full project lifecycle.
• Degree qualified, with a preferred cognate degree.
• Experience in Health, Education, or Life Sciences projects.
• Strong contract administration skills, particularly with NEC contracts.
• Commercially astute.

Additional Information

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.

We support our people to succeed both professionally and personally. To this end, 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, actively encouraging applications from all sectors of the community.

Learn more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com

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Note: SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, to be adhered to where applicable.

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