Education Projects Lead – London Real Estate

Descriptionat Turner & Townsend; Whitehall; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend in London is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager for the Education sector to lead projects from feasibility through handover. You will manage full lifecycle delivery across live schemes, coordinating cross-functional teams and client expectations.

The role emphasizes governance, contract administration (NEC), budget control and stakeholder engagement to ensure on-time, on-budget outcomes with a focus on delivering high-value education facilities.

Qualifications

• Post-graduate qualification in project management (internationally recognised).
• Degree in a relevant field is desirable.
• Experience in Education projects such as schools, universities or research institutions.

Responsibilities

• Plan and secure resources for education-related projects or programmes, using appropriate tools and techniques.
• Lead and manage project teams and delegate tasks, ensuring clear roles and responsibilities.
• Identify and manage risks and issues, using effective mitigation and contingency strategies.
• Ensure projects stay on track and deliver on time and within budget.
• Build, sustain and facilitate relationships with stakeholders in the education sector, ensuring effective communication and engagement.
• Monitor and report on the progress and outcomes of education projects, using appropriate metrics and indicators.
• Evaluate the impact and benefits of education projects, using evidence-based methods and tools.

Skills

Project management

Education sector experience

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Education

Post-graduate qualification in project management (internationally recognised)

Degree in a relevant field

Tools

NEC contracts

Job description

Turner & Townsend in London is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager for the Education sector to lead projects from feasibility through handover. You will manage full lifecycle delivery across live schemes, coordinating cross-functional teams and client expectations.

The role emphasizes governance, contract administration (NEC), budget control and stakeholder engagement to ensure on-time, on-budget outcomes with a focus on delivering high-value education facilities.