Project Manager - Energy & Natural Resources

Turner & Townsend; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in Energy and Infrastructure is seeking a Project Manager to lead a high-profile Energy Infrastructure project based in London. The ideal candidate will have a degree in a relevant field and be working towards chartership with professional bodies. Responsibilities include overseeing project delivery, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The role offers a supportive and flexible working environment.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead Project Management Commissions, ensuring client objectives are met.
• Monitor and manage project risks and implement mitigations.
• Develop and control budgets against forecasted costs.

Skills

Project Management

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Degree in construction or energy related subject

Job description

Overview

Turner & 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. We welcome applications from individuals with experience in the Power and Energy field, or any other major Infrastructure sectors (rail, highways, aviation and utilities).

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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

• 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 or related experience
• 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.
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
• Website: www.turnerandtownsend.com/