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Turner & Townsend

Global project management and cost consulting

Director of Project Management & Business Development - Telecommunications

Program ManagementPosted on Nov 10
Full-timeSan Francisco, CA, USAHybrid

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree (BA/BS/Bang/BArch) from a college or university is required.
  • At least eight years of related progressive experience and/or training is required.
  • Directly managing a work group or leading third-party project delivery resources or teams, typically larger and more experienced teams, is required.
  • Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret sophisticated business documents and respond effectively to sensitive issues.
  • Ability to write reports, manuals, speeches, and articles using a distinctive style.
  • Ability to make effective and persuasive presentations on sophisticated topics to employees, clients, top management, and public groups.
  • Ability to empower and negotiate effectively with key employees, top management, and client groups to achieve desired action.
  • In-depth knowledge of financial terms and principles, including the ability to review sophisticated financial and business analyses and reports, analyze financial and business data, develop solutions, implement financial policies and procedures, and lead department budgeting.
  • Ability to solve complex problems and assess options in sophisticated situations.
  • Expert-level analytical and quantitative skills, with experience developing strategic solutions for a growing matrix-based, multi-industry sales environment.
  • Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the financial performance of market, program, and client accounts, including budgeting, actual results, forecasting, and reporting.
  • Oversee billing and revenue-recognition documentation, accounts receivable collection, expense monitoring and control, staffing and allocation, and full P&L to EBITDA before allocations.
  • Interact regularly with clients to establish and achieve goals and objectives and anticipate and respond to client needs and concerns.
  • Manage and lead project management staff in the market and ensure staff understand and implement operations, policies, and procedures.
  • Supervise employees and subordinate supervisors; identify and track performance and training needs; mentor, train, and motivate direct reports and the overall group; and oversee hiring, termination, compensation, and performance evaluation.
  • Guide all phases of project management, including procurement and contracting, initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, controlling, and closeout, with focus on scope, budget, schedule, quality, and risk management.
  • Develop new business and maintain existing business relationships; manage business pursuits, integration with other business lines, and cross-selling in the assigned market, program, or client account to achieve strategic objectives.
  • Ensure corporate governance policies and procedures are understood and followed within the work group.
  • Oversee accurate, timely, and compliant contract procurement, negotiation, execution, administration, and closeout for company, client, vendor, and supplier agreements; monitor adherence to internal governance and controls.
  • Identify sophisticated project risks, lead constructability reviews, develop mitigation and contingency plans, and implement actions to reduce or eliminate risks for clients and the company.
  • Coordinate accurate, timely, and complete reporting to clients and the company.
  • Participate in civic and business organizations and maintain relationships with industry and trade associates, vendors, and professional organizations.
  • Manage planning, organization, and controls for a major functional area or department, potentially overseeing direct and matrix reports.
  • Approve subordinate recommendations for recruitment, selection, promotion, advancement, corrective action, and termination, and recommend such actions for direct reports to next-level management.
  • Monitor staffing levels and report on utilization and deployment of human resources.
  • Lead and support staff in staffing, selection, training, development, coaching, mentoring, performance measurement and appraisal, and retention.
  • Model behaviors consistent with company values.

Desired Qualifications

  • Prior supervisory experience with direct-report responsibilities is preferred when the specific duties include direct reports.
  • LEED AP is preferred.
  • PMP certification for the United States and/or Canada is preferred.
  • CCM certification is preferred.

About the Company

Turner & Townsend

Global project management and cost consulting

Turner & Townsend provides project management, cost management, and advisory services for real estate, infrastructure, and natural resources. It manages the full project life cycle—from planning and budgeting to risk management and program delivery across design, construction, and operation. The firm distinguishes itself with a global footprint of 130+ offices in 45+ countries and an alliance with CBRE that expands reach and resources for large, complex assets. Its goal is to help clients maximize asset value by delivering projects on time and within budget while improving performance from inception through operation.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Acquired
Total funding
$1.3B
Headquarters
Leeds, United Kingdom
Founded
1980

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