Senior Construction Project Manager

Turner & Townsend; Manchester; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend is seeking a highly skilled Chartered Senior Project Manager to join our team delivering educational construction projects. You will lead and oversee complex projects from inception to completion, ensuring governance, quality and timely delivery in line with Department for Education requirements.

Collaborate with architects, engineers, contractors and government stakeholders; manage plans, budgets and resources; implement governance, risk assessments and change control while

Qualifications

• Experience managing large construction projects in the education sector.
• Delivery within time and budget with Public Sector standards.
• Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of government procurement and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project management for large-scale construction projects, ensuring delivery within time, budget, and quality per government standards.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, including schedules, budgets, and resource allocation per Department for Education requirements.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, contractors, and government stakeholders to meet project objectives.
• Implement and oversee project governance, processes, and systems throughout the lifecycle, adhering to public sector best practice.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies to address issues and ensure resilience.
• Monitor project finances and manage the change control process in line with government regulations.
• Facilitate clear communication among teams and stakeholders through meetings and reports.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, environmental regulations and government procurement standards.
• Mentor and guide junior project managers to uphold chartered standards.

Skills

Strong leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

PMP certification

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera

Job description

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries.

Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success.

Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions.

We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world.

Please visit our website: www.turnerandtownsend.com

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries.

Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success.

Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions.

We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world.

Please visit our website: www.turnerandtownsend.com

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Chartered Senior Project Manager to join our team delivering construction projects. As a key member of our organisation, you will be responsible for leading and overseeing complex construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring delivery of educational infrastructure that meets the highest standards of quality and governance.

• Lead end-to-end project management for large-scale construction projects, ensuring successful delivery within time, budget, and quality parameters in accordance with government standards
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, including schedules, budgets, and resource allocation aligned with Department for Education requirements
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including architects, engineers, contractors, and government stakeholders to ensure project objectives are met
• Implement and oversee effective project governance, processes, and systems throughout the project lifecycle, adhering to public sector best practice
• Conduct regular risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies to address potential issues and ensure project resilience
• Monitor project finances and manage the change control process in compliance with government financial regulations
• Facilitate clear communication among team members and stakeholders through regular meetings, written reports, and government-mandated documentation
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, environmental regulations, and government procurement standards
• Mentor and guide junior project managers to foster their professional development and maintain chartered standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field
• Demonstrable experience in managing large-scale construction projects within the education sector
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex construction projects on time and within budget
• Strong knowledge of construction processes, methodologies, and industry best practices
• Proficiency in project management software such as Microsoft Project and Primavera
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, and team members
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Experience in a consultancy environment is preferred
• Familiarity with sustainable construction practices and LEED certification is a plus

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.

Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com/

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