Associate Director - Life Science

Turner & Townsend; Greater London; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend is seeking an ambitious Associate Director–level Life Sciences Lead in a client-facing role with a proven track record in pharmaceutical/biotech construction. You will develop and deliver a business plan for sustained growth across sectors within the UK, leveraging an established network and industry knowledge to shape major programmes of work.

You will lead small to medium commissions, build strong client relationships, secure resources, ensure delivery on time and within

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences sectors.
• Established network within the industry supply chain.
• Strong and current understanding of design/code requirements and industry trends.
• Proven track record of project management delivering large projects/programmes.
• Knowledge of engineering and/or construction management.

Responsibilities

• Lead small to medium commissions and support major complex schemes.
• 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.

Skills

Life Sciences experience

Industry network

Design/Code knowledge

Project management

Engineering/Construction knowledge

Education

Degree in construction/engineering

Professional memberships desirable

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking an ambitious Associate Director level person in a client-facing role with a proven track record in pharmaceutical, biotech or other forms of Life Sciences construction projects and programmes of work in both the public and private sector. As a Life Sciences Lead, you will be responsible for developing and delivering on a business plan that includes sustained growth across sectors.

• Lead small to medium sized complex commissions and support major complex new build schemes in London.
• 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

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences sectors.
• Established network within the industry supply chain.
• Strong and current understanding of design/code requirements and industry trends.
• Proven track record of project management delivering of large projects and/or programmes of work.
• Knowledge of engineering and/or construction management.
• Degree qualified in construction and/or engineering.
• Professional memberships desirable.

Additional Information

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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.

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SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

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