Senior Director, Planning & Project Controls

Turner & Townsend

England

On-site

GBP 100,000 - 140,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Turner & Townsend seeks an experienced Associate Director to lead Planning and Project Controls across a portfolio of major programmes. You will set governance, drive scheduling excellence, and coordinate with clients, programme leadership and senior stakeholders to optimise performance and ensure successful delivery outcomes.

You will build and lead high-performing teams, mentor staff, and contribute to business development and strategic planning.

Qualifications

Significant leadership experience in Planning and Project Controls on major programmes.
Subject matter expert in planning and scheduling across full project lifecycle.
Strong communicator with senior stakeholders and client relationships.
Experience in governance, change management, and EVM practices.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership for Planning and Project Controls across major programmes.
Lead and develop Planning and Project Controls teams with coaching and mentorship.
Establish governance frameworks for planning and scheduling quality.
Oversee integrated schedules, critical path analysis, and forecasting.
Advise clients and senior stakeholders on planning and project performance.
Lead scheduling management, progress monitoring, and reporting.
Identify risks and opportunities; develop mitigation strategies.
Manage resource planning across multiple commissions; support growth.
Deliver clear reporting to clients and leadership; support BD efforts.