Project Manager

Turner & Townsend; North East; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend is seeking experienced project managers for their North East team amidst growth. You will oversee large infrastructure projects, manage client relationships, and ensure high-quality deliverables. Suitable candidates will have a construction-related degree and ideally hold NEC accreditation while embracing diversity and inclusion within the team.

Qualifications

• NEC (3/4) accreditation preferred.
• Chartered/qualified status with ICE, APM, or RICS preferred.
• Ability to manage large or complex projects effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead project management commissions ensuring successful delivery.
• Act as primary client interface for project objectives.
• Manage project development, schedule, and budget.

Skills

Client relationship management

Project governance

Risk management

Budgeting

Team leadership

Education

Degree in a construction-related subject

Job description

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At Turner & Townsend, we’re passionate about making a difference. That means delivering better outcomes for our clients, helping our people realize their potential, and contributing to a prosperous society.

Every day, we assist major global clients in delivering ambitious and highly technical projects across over 130 countries worldwide.

Our team is dynamic, innovative, and client-focused, supported by an inclusive and enjoyable company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, expertise, integrity, and quality. As a result, our people work on some of the most exciting projects in the world.

Job Description

The North East team is experiencing growth due to increased client demand. We are seeking experienced and aspiring project managers to join our supportive team.

Working on prestigious infrastructure projects in sectors such as transportation (rail/aviation), highways, and utilities, you will diversify your project experience. We are interested in speaking with individuals at various career stages to explore what Turner & Townsend can offer you.

MAIN PURPOSE OF ROLE

Lead project management commissions, ensuring end-to-end service delivery, often on large or complex projects.

Act as the primary client interface, ensuring objectives are met and projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards.

SCOPE

Manage commissions of varying sizes, typically between £10m and £25m, depending on complexity. Advisory projects, such as urban re-generation funding, may involve larger projects.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Include:

• Strategic advice at project inception to achieve client objectives
• Defining project requirements
• Establishing success criteria for time, cost, and performance
• Implementing effective project governance and systems
• Creating project schedules and master plans
• Managing project development according to plans
• Developing resource and procurement plans
• Leading cross-functional teams
• Monitoring performance with KPIs
• Managing change control processes
• Budgeting and cost control
• Facilitating communication between team and client
• Risk management and mitigation
• Preparing progress reports
• Client and stakeholder engagement
• Health, safety, environmental, and quality management

Qualifications

Key performance indicators include project quality, timeliness, budget adherence, team leadership, client relationships, and business development.

Qualifications:

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

Additional Information

Turner & Townsend is committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

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