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Construction Project Manager- Owners Representation - Public Sector

Company Description

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. 

Job Description

Turner & Townsend Heery are seeking an experienced Owner’s Representative Project Manager to work on public-sector projects (public community facilities, K-12, higher ed, municipal, etc.).

Responsibilities:

  • Manages all facets of project management (budget, schedule, procurement, quality & risk) for individual projects including planning, design, construction, occupancy and closeout.
  • Interface with the client and other consultants, at all project stages.
  • Project planning, including producing the detailed project plan.
  • Monitoring and applying performance management techniques.
  • Managing the change control process.
  • Managing the flow of project information between the team and the client, through regular meetings and written communications.
  • Preparing formal project budget progress and other reports.
  • Quality Control – Ensuring compliance with quality standards.
  • Identifying and ensuring that the appropriate design and construction teams are  aware of quality, safety, health and environment issues.
  • Financial management – ensuring prompt client invoicing and utilizing financial system in order to monitor a project’s financial status.
  • Provide clear and accurate reporting for client communication and stakeholder engagement.
  • Work within a dynamic team environment with the ability to perform independently.
  • SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable. 

Qualifications

  • Demonstrated experience working as a Project Manager within the design and construction industry on public-sector projects, preferably municipal or K-12.
  • Experience as a direct employee of public sector organizations (municipal or K-12) or as a consultant to such is preferred.
  • Experience on bond- or CIP-funded projects.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to be highly effective in a client facing role.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or a related field.
  • CCM certification and/or PMP or PgMP certification preferred.
  • Membership in relevant professional organizations.
  • Demonstrated experience managing stakeholders and working in a team environment. 
  • Minimum of 5 years of project management experience required.

Additional Information

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

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change. 

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/ 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

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Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review. 

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