Innovation Project Manager - HQ

Turner Construction Company; New Jersey; Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral bonuses

Job summary

A prominent construction firm is seeking an experienced professional to manage innovation projects and facilitate workshops. This role requires a bachelor's degree in a related field, along with at least five years of experience in innovation management. You will oversee project teams and collaborate with stakeholders, driving growth through technology innovation. Strong project management and communication skills are essential. Competitive salary and benefits offered in the New Jersey area.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years in innovation management or related field.
• Strong project management experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage Innovation projects and facilitate workshops.
• Explore innovation opportunities through research and discussions.
• Direct project teams and thrive in dynamic environments.

Skills

Project management

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering or related field

Master’s Degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Innovation tools (e.g., Design Thinking, Lean Startup)

Job description

Division: Innovation

Project Location(s): New York, NY 10001 USA

Minimum Years Experience: 5

Travel Involved: 0-10%

Job Type: Regular

Job Classification: Experienced

Education: Bachelors Degree

Job Family: Construction

Compensation: Salaried Exempt

Position Description

Manage Innovation projects and facilitate workshops. Aide employees to explore innovation contributions and drive project management of development and deployment of innovation solutions.

Reports to

Director, Innovation - HQ or Innovation Manager HQ

Essential Duties & Key Responsibilities

• Explore innovation opportunities through various means (e.g., research, innovation campaigns, academic) and discuss with Innovation team to determine viability and alignment to organizational strategy.
• Project manage and oversee Innovation initiatives and facilitate project team and workshop activities working in collaboration with subject matter experts, functional business area leaders, and relevant stakeholders.
• Establish, communicate, and manage Innovation project‑specific schedule and activities, and develop key performance indicators (KPIs) for project execution.
• Direct, manage, and guide project team in implementation of assigned project activities and foster working environment to encourage collaboration and open idea generation as project progresses.
• Plan, execute, document, track, measure and follow up with Innovation project teams to ensure completion of work activities aligned with KPIs.
• Test and evaluate results of Innovation project to validate solution aligns and confirms with initial hypothesis.
• Project manage transition and maintain involvement monitor progress of Innovation solution to appropriate stakeholders and other support resources (e.g., Legal, IS Security).
• Engage with relevant stakeholders to influence and increase their understanding of Innovation initiatives and value and impact of new technologies on local and departmental business strategies.
• Develop continuous learning channel to stay informed of advancements in select emerging technologies (e.g., IoT, AI, machine learning, robotics).
• Manage internal research and development activities and develop and maintain external relationships with technology leaders and university partners.
• Other activities, duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited degree program in Business, Engineering, or related field, advanced degree or Master’s Degree preferred, with minimum of 5 years of experience in innovation management, product development, or related role, or equivalent education, training, and experience.
• Strong project management skills (e.g., scopes of work, project schedule, KPIs) with ability to lead cross‑functional teams and coordinate concurrent projects.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Comfortable with ambiguity, uncertainty, and humility working through creative process.
• Relentlessly curious, continuous learner, and take initiative to explore and ask questions.
• Familiar with organizational change methodologies.
• Familiar with bringing new products or services to market and passion for technology innovation.
• Excellent professional verbal and written communication skills with effective presentation skills.
• Interpersonal skills with ability to influence decision making and gain alignment with stakeholders.
• Familiar with innovation tools and methodologies (e.g., Design Thinking, Lean Startup) and emerging technologies (e.g., IoT, AI, machine learning, robotics).
• Proficient computer skills, Microsoft Office suite of applications, and collaborative tools.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced and dynamic environment.
• Limited travel.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands, talk, and hear. The employee frequently views a computer monitor and frequently uses a computer keyboard. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee occasionally required to be mobile, and the employee occasionally travels both short and long distances via a variety of conveyances. The employee occasionally performs work on‑site at construction work sites, office locations, and/or off‑site venues. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an office setting or remote location. The noise in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate in an office setting. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally work at construction work sites where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and risk of electrical shock. The noise in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is required to work in compliance with company safety policies, procedures, and applicable laws.

Salary Range

• The salary range for this position in NYC is estimated to be $122K - $189K.
• The salary range for this position in San Francisco is estimated to be $122K - $189K.
• The salary range for this position in Boston is estimated to be $110K - $171K.
• The salary range for this position in Connecticut is estimated to be $110K - $171K.
• The salary range for this position in Seattle is estimated to be $110K - $171K.
• The salary range for this position in Denver is estimated to be $110K - $171K.
• The salary range for this position in New Jersey is estimated to be $110K - $171K.
• The salary range for this position in Washington DC is estimated to be $110K - $171K.
• The salary range for this position in San Diego is estimated to be $110K - $171K.
• The salary range for this position in Los Angeles is estimated to be $110K - $171K.
• The salary range for this position in Chicago is estimated to be $103K - 160K.
• The salary range for this position in Baltimore is estimated to be $103K - 160K.
• The salary range for this position in Cleveland is estimated to be $96K - $150K.

Actual compensation packages within that range are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years and depth of experience, certifications, and specific location.

Turner Construction provides flexible benefits, including medical, dental and vision coverage, financial benefits such as a 401(k) plan, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, wellness benefits, a voluntary legal plan, identity theft, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability coverage.

In addition to our extensive benefit offerings, we provide paid vacation, wellness/sick time, holidays, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, employee referral bonuses, and end of year appreciation pay.

Turner is an Equal Opportunity Employer - race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.