Project Manager - Energy & Natural Resources

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Turner and Townsend is one of the leading consultancy providers to the Energy and Natural Resources sector, we are looking to recruit a Project Manager to undertake a lead role on a high profile, London based Energy Infrastructure project. Due to the nature of the role we are keen to hear from individuals with experience in the Power and Energy field, or any other major Infrastructure sectors (rail, highways, aviation and utilities).

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 provide support on major Project Management Commissions, taking responsibility for an aspect of service delivery. To ensure 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, depending upon the complexity of the project. Typically, projects fall within the £1m to £10m range, however, they could be significantly larger in scale. Project Manager candidates should be comfortable working to deliver small to medium complexity projects independently with minimal oversight but will have access to the wider expertise within the Turner & Townsend team.

Key Responsibilities

• Advising at a strategic level at the project inception stage, including providing advice on the different approaches that can be adopted in order to successfully achieve the client’s overall objectives
• Preparing and maintaining definitions of project requirements
• Helping to establish the overall success criteria for the project, including time, cost, technical and performance parameters
• Establishing effective project governance, processes and systems to be utilised throughout project
• Preparing and maintaining schedules of activity, including producing the master project plan
• Managing the development of the project in accordance with approved plans and targets
• Developing and implementing resource plans and procurement of resources
• Leading and facilitating the overall cross-functional project team
• Monitoring and applying performance management techniques, including the use of KPI’s to improve project performance
• Managing the change control process
• Developing and agreeing budgets and controlling forecast and actual costs against them
• Managing the flow of project information between the team and the client, through regular meetings and written communications
• Identifying and monitoring project risks and planning and implementing risk mitigations
• Preparing formal project progress and other reports
• Taking a leading role in interfacing 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

Key performance indicators

A Project Manager will in part be judged by the extent to which:

• You help to deliver positive change, devise new approaches and contribute to innovation.
• You demonstrate advanced analytical and problem-solving skills in the service of T&T and our clients.
• You know when to act independently, and when to seek support.
• You take responsibility for your personal performance, building confidence in your contribution to the team or project on which you are working.
• You create and execute plans effectively, identifying new ways to add value.
• You consider our impact on clients, communities, and the environment.
• You stand up for what is right consistently.
• Projects are managed to the right quality standards and are completed efficiently, on time and to budget.
• Project delivery meets the client’s objectives and is in line with the conditions of appointment.
• The project team is led effectively.
• Strong relationships are developed with clients and members of the cross-functional team.
• The internal financial status of all projects is effectively monitored.
• Key information and data is effectively cascaded and appropriately retained.

Qualifications

Degree qualified in a construction or energy related subject. Working towards chartership with APM, ICE, RICS or other equivalent professional bodies.

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 want our people to succeed both in 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 and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.