Associate Director - Project Management - Data Center Construction

Turner & Townsend; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend is looking for an Associate Director of Project Management in Houston, Texas. This pivotal role involves supporting the Director with client relationships, managing project teams, and driving business development efforts. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in project management, a strong grasp of the construction industry, and a bachelor's degree in a related field.

This position offers opportunities to lead significant infrastructure projects while ensuring effective financial management and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in project management within the construction industry.
• Experience managing client accounts and project managers.
• Strong knowledge of local construction market.

Responsibilities

• Support Director of Project Management with client relationships and revenue generation.
• Lead bid teams and proposals.
• Financial management and client invoicing.
• Identify cross-selling opportunities.

Skills

Client account management

Team leadership

Business development

Construction project lifecycle knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field

Graduate degree in construction management or engineering

Job description

Associate Director of Project Management

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services firm with more than 22,000 employees in 60+ countries. We work with clients in real estate, infrastructure, energy, and natural resources to deliver impactful projects, programmes, and solutions that improve people’s lives.

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

Responsibilities

• Support the Director of Project Management in managing new and existing client relationships, driving new revenue through the generation of new work and contract renewals on existing accounts.
• Lead bid teams and run proposal generation efforts in concert with business generation and senior management teams.
• Attend client interviews to present our service offerings.
• Support the Director of PM by interviewing prospective candidates.
• Provide weekly updates regarding the status of projects, initiatives, and staffing, highlighting issues of concern or conflict.
• Provide effective line management for the staff members assigned to you, including coaching and mentoring to assist them in achieving professional and career growth objectives.
• Financial management – utilize industry standard spreadsheets and accounting tools to track ongoing margin levels, monthly fee/resource forecasts for each commission, and financial reports.
• Ensure client invoices are accurate and issued on a timely basis, following up on accounts receivables.
• Identify and act upon cross‑selling opportunities, working with the senior management team to develop strategies that promote Turner & Townsend across the U.S.
• Develop new business opportunities with existing and new Turner & Townsend clients and drive the client's diversification agenda.
• Prepare and deliver client presentations on topics of relevant experience and knowledge, and partner with other team members to generate new business.
• Attend relevant networking events and promotional opportunities.
• Lead a small project management team responsible for planning and executing infrastructure projects in and around corporate campus, including additions and improvements to utilities, roadways, bike paths, intersections, transit, etc.
• Program management of neighbourhood portfolio of infrastructure projects, including oversight of project managers from other companies delivering projects within the district.
• Liaise with municipal authorities having jurisdiction over infrastructure projects.
• Adhere to SOX control responsibilities where applicable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, architecture, engineering, or a field related to construction.
• Graduate degree in construction management, architecture, or engineering is preferred.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience working in a project management role in the construction industry.
• Experience managing client accounts effectively and efficiently.
• Experience managing teams of individual project managers and supporting staff.
• Relevant consulting experience.
• Strong knowledge of local construction market.
• Strong understanding of all aspects of the construction project life cycle.
• Ability to develop strong relationships with internal team members, clients, and cross‑functional team members.
• Business development experience with existing and new clients, including cross‑selling opportunities.
• Relevant technical and leadership experience overseeing major construction projects or programs.
• Demonstrates excellent presentation, verbal, written, organizational, and communication skills.

Additional Information

On‑site requirements may change due to our clients’ needs.

Equal Opportunity

Turner & Townsend is an equal‑opportunity employer. All applications are considered in accordance with EEO guidelines. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.