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Turner & Townsend

Global project management and cost consulting

Director of Project Management & Business Development-Media

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

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree (BA, BS, Bang, or BArch) from a college or university is required.
  • A minimum of eight years of related progressive experience and/or training is required.
  • Experience directly managing a work group or leading third-party project delivery resources or teams is required.
  • Prior supervisory experience with direct-report responsibilities is preferred if the specific duties include direct-report responsibilities.
  • Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite is required.
  • The role requires in-depth knowledge of financial terms and principles, including the ability to analyze financial and business data, develop solutions, implement financial policies and procedures, and lead department budgeting.
  • The role requires the ability to interpret sophisticated business documents, respond to sensitive issues, write reports and other materials, and deliver persuasive presentations to employees, clients, senior management, and public groups.
  • The role requires negotiation skills with employees, senior management, and client groups, and the ability to solve complex problems in varied situations.
  • The role requires expert-level analytical and quantitative skills and experience developing strategic solutions in a matrix-based, multi-industry sales environment.

Responsibilities

  • Manage financial performance for markets, programs, and client accounts, including budgeting, actual results, forecasting, reporting, billing, revenue-recognition documentation, accounts-receivable collection, expense control, staffing allocation, and 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; ensure staff understand and implement operational policies and procedures; supervise employees and subordinate supervisors; identify and track performance and training needs; mentor, train, and motivate direct reports and the group; and exercise hiring, termination, compensation, and performance-evaluation responsibilities.
  • 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; lead business pursuits, integrate with other company business lines, and cross-sell services in the assigned geographic market, program, or client account.
  • Ensure the work group adheres to corporate governance policies and procedures.
  • Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant contract procurement, negotiation, execution, administration, and closeout for company, client, vendor, supplier, and other agreements; monitor adherence to internal governance and controls.
  • Identify sophisticated project risks, lead constructability reviews, develop risk mitigation and contingency plans, and implement actions to reduce or eliminate client and company risks.
  • Coordinate preparation of accurate, timely, and complete reports for 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 with direct and matrix reports.
  • Approve subordinate recommendations for recruitment, selection, promotion, advancement, corrective action, and termination; recommend the same actions for direct reports to next-level management for review and approval.
  • Monitor staffing levels and report on human-resource utilization and deployment.
  • 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

  • LEED AP is preferred.
  • PMP certification is preferred, including US and/or Canada.
  • 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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