MEP Construction Project Manager - job 1 of 2

From the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational projects covering the full spectrum of consultancy, project delivery and post-project operations.  

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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 enjoy working on some of the most exciting projects in the world.

Turner & Townsend is looking for a MEP Construction Project Manager to work with our team alongside a key technology client. The role will be responsible to manage the project from startup to completion including but not limited to, design phase, construction phase, commissioning and close out.

The ideal candidate will be resilient, a self-starter, and able to take the initiative and drive activities with limited supervision. The ideal candidate will also have an engineering or construction background with strong mechanical and MEP knowledge and experience. 

Job Description:

• Full time M-F in a client office working in a fast-paced environment for a confidential client in the tech industry.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience managing projects as an Owner’s Rep., General Contractor or Architect/Engineer 
• Technical capabilities would mainly center around an ability to forecast methods of procedures to complete construction projects by dissecting projects and individual scopes of work necessary to complete the project to meet client expectations.
• Interfacing with the client and other consultants, at all project stages.
• Financial management – Ensuring prompt client invoicing and utilizing Financial system in order to monitor a project’s financial status and manage individual project budgets
• Project planning, including producing detailed project plans.
• Must be personable and display a go-getter attitude with an inherent ability to work independently with urgency while managing multiple small projects at a time.
• Day-to-day activities to include assisting the project team with minor projects within the client portfolio while primarily managing a larger TI project. 
• 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.
• Assisting in research related to construction market conditions throughout the Austin area.
• Working to construct proposals for new work or variations for existing projects.
• Identifying opportunities to improve Project Management procedures, templates and products.
• Knowledge management – Ensuring that key information and learning generated from each commission is inputted into internal databases and shared.
• Process improvement – Identifying and acting upon ways to improve internal systems and processes referring ides to the appropriate line manager.
• Identifying ways in which project management products and services can be improved and referring ideas to the appropriate line manager.
• Identifying and ensuring that the client and management are aware of quality, safety, health and environment issues.
• Establishing effective project governance, processes and systems to be utilized throughout project.
• Oversee the commissioning process and chair daily Cx meetings during construction.
• Support field coordination between the General Contractor, Commissioning Agent, and Client. 
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

• Advising at a strategic level at the project conception stage, including providing advice on the different approaches that can be adopted in order to successfully achieve the client’s overall objectives.
• Projects are managed to the right quality standards and are completed efficiently and on time.
• Strong relationships are developed with clients and cross-functional team members.
• Work as an effective team member within the context of delivering a specific commission.
• Business development opportunities with existing and new clients, including cross-selling opportunities, are identified.
• Key information and data is effectively shared and appropriately retained.

Education and Experience

• Background in construction (office role), client rep PM or engineering background with a minimum of 3 years’ experience.
• University degree and/or PMP certification, preferably in a field related to construction.
• Experienced managing multiple stakeholders and work stream managers.
• Ability to be highly effective in a client facing role.
• Experience delivering high tech and corporate interior (workspace) tenant improvement projects.
• Experience in data center construction is preferred.

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

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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.

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