Houston-Based Director, Healthcare Project Management

Turner & Townsend; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend in Houston seeks an experienced Director of Project Management to lead the Houston PM practice, oversee a team of Project Managers, and drive delivery of healthcare projects and programs. The role emphasizes operational excellence, client engagement, market development, and expanding the PM service offering in the Houston region.

The successful candidate will be a driven leader with strong interpersonal and leadership skills, capable of growing the practice and ensuring

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, architecture, engineering.
• Graduate degree in construction management, architecture, or engineering is preferred.
• 12+ years of relevant healthcare project management experience.
• 2+ years managing large high performing multi discipline teams in a consulting environment.
• Proven track record of managing successful project management service delivery for clients.
• Exceptional business development ambition and acumen and demonstrated experience in achieving drive business growth.
• Demonstrates excellent presentation, verbal, written, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Houston Project Management practice with strategic direction and delivery accountability.
• Manage the Houston Project Management team, staffing and development.
• Drive growth through client engagement and business development initiatives.
• Foster collaboration across lines, offices, and sectors to enable integrated service delivery.
• Establish and maintain project management standards, governance, and quality controls.
• Oversee risk management, KPIs, and performance for the Houston commissions.
• Plan workforce and allocate resources to meet commitments.
• Represent the firm in the Houston market through industry groups and events.
• Champion a culture of accountability, inclusion, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure alignment with Healthcare Business Plan and strategic objectives.
• Develop future leaders and promote learning and inclusivity.
• SOX control responsibilities may apply where relevant.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Strategic planning

Client engagement

Communication

Business development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, architecture, engineering

Graduate degree in construction management, architecture, or engineering

Job description

Turner & Townsend in Houston seeks an experienced Director of Project Management to lead the Houston PM practice, oversee a team of Project Managers, and drive delivery of healthcare projects and programs. The role emphasizes operational excellence, client engagement, market development, and expanding the PM service offering in the Houston region.

The successful candidate will be a driven leader with strong interpersonal and leadership skills, capable of growing the practice and ensuring