Job Details

Overview

Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Director of Project Management to lead and develop a team of Project Managers and the delivery of project management services on major projects and programs in the life science and manufacturing sector. This individual will be based in our San Francisco office and will be responsible for ensuring service excellence in terms of service delivery, continued growth of our project management service offering including client engagement and market outreach.

From the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help to deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational projects covering the full spectrum of consultancy, project delivery and post-project operations. With offices located globally, you're never far away from our services. With over 22,000 specialists in more than 60 countries, we blend local knowledge with global insight to tackle challenges of any scale. Our team is dynamic, innovative and client-focused, supported by an inclusive and fun company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity and the quality we deliver. As a result, our people get to enjoy working on some of the most exciting projects in the world.

Responsibilities

• Strong leadership skills, experience leading a project management team, ensuring they deliver on all accountabilities.
• Lead communications with the client and oversight of project management team services.
• Lead research related to construction market conditions, including analysis of official published data.
• Produce thought leadership reports providing valuable insights to the construction market.
• Lead the strategic and operational management of Project Management Services in a variety of sectors, including resource planning and management, financial management, business generation and training and development.
• Set a clear strategy and ambition with the team in line with our Business Plan.
• Grow and develop exceptional people, promoting a culture of learning, respect and inclusivity.
• Knowledge management – Ensure that key information and learning generated from each commission is inputted into internal databases and shared.
• Process improvement – Identify and act upon ways to improve internal systems and processes.
• Quality Control – Ensure compliance with quality standards and participation in ISO audits.
• Develop priority plans including risk mitigation through internal tools, make performance measurements via KPI and appraisal documents, management controls and critical success factors based on company goals.
• Undertake internal BMS audits, and coordinate and represent the office for external audits undertaken by the external certification authority.
• Develop a detailed understanding of the market, acting as a brand ambassador and creating a pipeline of opportunity with existing and new clients.
• Identify and act upon cross-selling opportunities.
• Participate in meetings with Senior leadership, Directors and staff and prepare and deliver presentations.
• Financial Management – Using internal software, track ongoing revenue, margin levels and monthly fees and resource requirements for each cost center commission.
• Preparation of proposals/RFP responses for new clients/projects.
• Attend relevant networking events and other promotional opportunities with directors.
• Support the training and mentorship of current staff and promote an upward career trajectory.
• Proactively partner with talent acquisition team to attract the best talent, actively manage resource requirements and proactively plan for future staffing needs.
• Be a role model that drives a one business culture that achieves great outcomes by striking the right balance for our people, clients, stakeholders, and society.
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

Project/Program specific responsibilities

• Experience managing design, construction, testing & commissioning and handover of ground up life science and manufacturing facilities.
• Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team on ground up life science and manufacturing facilities.
• Deep understanding of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), FDA, ISO, and other relevant standards.
• Familiarity with cleanroom classifications, HVAC systems, and lab-specific infrastructure.
• Experience with CQV (Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation) processes for life science facilities.
• Ability to engage and align diverse stakeholders, including clients, regulators, and internal teams.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and fostering collaboration.
• Strong financial oversight, including forecasting, cost tracking, and value engineering.
• Proficiency in tools like Primavera P6 or MS Project to manage complex timelines.
• Experience of managing campus construction build out in a live operational campus.
• Experience of delivering campus projects in line with long-term campus master plan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, architecture, engineering or field related to construction.
• Graduate degree in construction management, architecture, or engineering is .
• 15+ years of relevant construction project management experience.
• 5+ 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.
• Major construction sector experience working with high caliber clients in; commercial real estate, data center, life sciences, industrial manufacturing, natural resources, etc.
• Demonstrates excellent presentation, verbal, written, organizational and communication skills.

Additional Information

Turner & Townsend is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. If you would like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan, please email ...@turntown.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 713-###-####. This telephone line and email address are reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance.

Turner & Townsend carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate's education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Director of Project Management position is $200,000 annually and the maximum salary is $220,000 annually. The compensation offered will depend on the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience.

On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs.

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