Construction Project Manager - National Cultural Projects

Founded in 1952 and formerly known as Heery International Inc., the firm operates throughout the United States as part of Turner & Townsend. It specializes in project and program management for public sector organizations, with industry-leading experts in corporate, cultural, healthcare, justice, sports, K-12 education, higher education, aviation and government facilities.

Recognized for service excellence by a broad spectrum of professional organizations and industry publications, the talented multidisciplinary team at Turner & Townsend Heery exceeds client expectations — adding value, best practice and expertise at every turn. The team's unique client-centric culture is integrated into each project and reflects a passion for the built environment and staying true to the client’s vision.

Turner & Townsend Heery seeks an experienced Project Manager to join our national Cultural Projects team. This role supports projects from early planning through design, construction, facility opening, and operations. The Project Manager will focus on design management, owner’s representation, and project management services as a key member of the team, while serving as a subject matter expert in performing arts venue planning and technical production equipment and infrastructure.

In addition, this position will lead technical production equipment and infrastructure assessments for renovation and new-build projects and provide clients with operational expertise to ensure venues are functional and community-focused. The project manager will coordinate and collaborate with local project management and cost management teams based on the complexity of the project. 

Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee design management during concept, design development and construction phases for cultural and performing arts projects, ensuring compliance with operational intent, mission/vision, budget, and schedule. Includes interfacing with client representatives, architectural and engineering teams, contractors, consultants, and others.
• Collaborate with design professionals, contractors, and client representatives to align project goals with contract specifications, codes, and operational requirements.
• Support the design process, including reviewing drawings, assessing constructability, and integrating operational and technical production needs.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, budgets, and schedules; monitor financial status and ensure timely invoicing.
• Manage procurement strategies, including FF&E and specialized production equipment, and oversee move management.
• Facilitate communication and governance, including leading kick-off and regular stakeholder meetings, preparing progress reports, and ensuring compliance with company and client standards, safety, and QA/QC requirements. 
• Proactively manage risks, change control, and performance metrics throughout design and construction.
• Coordinate commissioning, closeout, training programs and operational readiness, ensuring project delivery is functional and mission-focused.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and contribute to best practices in cultural projects project management.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in performing arts venue planning and technical production equipment and infrastructure, including insights into early space planning and technical needs during the feasibility phase.
• Conduct and lead technical production equipment and infrastructure assessments for renovation and new-build projects, in collaboration with Turner & Townsend FCA team.
• Establish effective project governance, processes, and systems to be utilized throughout the project lifecycle.
• Maintain knowledge of industry best practices and emerging trends.
• Represent Turner & Townsend at industry conferences. 
• Cultivate and manage client relationships within the cultural projects domain.
• Contribute to proposal development, client interviews, and contract negotiations of new or existing projects.
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

• 3 - 5 years of cultural projects Project Management experience, or equivalent arts and cultural sector expertise
• Public sector project experience, specifically performing arts projects
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to be self-sufficient and independently manage / own multiple projects.
• Ability to advise at a strategic level during the project conception stage, including providing advice on the different approaches that can be adopted to successfully achieve the client’s overall objectives.
• Great time management skills. Ensure that project is managed to the right quality standards, completed efficiently and on time.
• Ability to build strong working relationships with clients and cross-functional team members.
• Experienced working as an effective team member.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, MS Project, and industry-specific project management, and market research software
• Demonstrated commitment to information management, ensuring project data is properly documented, shared among team members, and securely archived for future reference
• Business development opportunities with existing and new clients, including cross-selling opportunities, are identified.
• Ability / willingness to travel nationally on a frequent basis.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and sites on a daily basis.
• Ability to present to large groups in a professional manner. 

Education / Experience:

• Demonstrated experience working in Project Management within the performing arts industry on renovation, addition, and new build projects of varying sizes and types.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to be highly effective in a client facing role.
• Active member in relevant professional organizations preferred.
• Performing arts experience highly preferred.

The salary range for this full-time role is $115K-$130K per year. Ranges are determined by role and level and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range is a reflection of base salary only, not of a total compensation package.  Please note Turner & Townsend reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on candidate’s experience and qualifications. 

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

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We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this, we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.  

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community. 

Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com/ and https://www.heery.com/ 

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