Program Manager - Strategic Initiatives – Data Center Construction

Company Description

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

With offices located globally, you're never far away from our services. Working from 113 offices in 46 countries, we make the difference to projects across the real estate, infrastructure and natural resources sectors worldwide. 

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

Job Description

Turner & Townsend is seeking a Program Manager to help our key technology client achieve their program aspirations to drive efficiency and innovation within the Data Center environment. You will work within a team of professional business consultants with a focus on service excellence and stakeholder management.

Job Description:

• Managing Strategic Planning & Projects. This person will be responsible for being a key thought leader and partner across business, operations and technical disciplines.
• Both Lead and or support multiple cross functional initiatives.
• Develop a robust process for all strategic initiatives as well as helping to drive change within the client organization, as well as evaluating the success and value of said initiatives.
• Establish and facilitate meetings with cross functional teams in order drive initiatives and actions to completion.
• Set up communication processes with partner teams and establish recurring meetings and capture all actions and minutes.
• Scope clients’ needs and establish optimal standard operating procedures (SOP) ranging from the procurement phase to early construction of major capital projects.
• Develop and track initiatives against a work plan.
• Coordinate quarterly team and sub-teams Objectives and Key Results [OKRs] reviews.
• Support team summit, workshop planning and execution.

Key Required Attributes:

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, and ability to supervise team members.
• Effective prioritization, delegation and time management in a fast-paced environment.
• Be able to work in a team environment and independently, when required.
• Effective as effective negotiator and negotiator in an exciting and dynamic environment.
• Passion for the growth and of others and mentorship inclination.
• Be able to bring innovation to existing processes and procedures.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to visually present data.
• A good understanding of standard forms of contract.

Qualifications

• Extensive project and program management knowledge and experience within the Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) industry.
• Proven experience in developing programmatic schedules as well as cost estimates.
• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, project management, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 5+ years’ relevant experience either through onsite construction management experience or project controls experience on major projects and programs.
• Proven record of successfully implementing processes and procedures on major projects or programs.
• Experience in delivering business results and operational success in a fast-paced, multifaceted organization.
• Excellent communicator with various stakeholders including high-level management.
• Proficiency in developing systems and tools - Microsoft Office.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in managing staff and team member, successfully facilitating their development and unlocking potential.
• Experience in high tech, residential, commercial, data center, manufacturing preferred.
• Track record of successfully implementing processes and procedures on major projects or programs.
• Local to the Bay area preferred but not required.

Education and Experience

• Proven ability to be highly effective in a client facing role.
• A recognized university degree in construction management, engineering, project management, or a related technical field.
• Accreditation by AACE, PMI or similar institutions.

Desirable

• Master's degree in construction management, engineering, project management, or a related technical field.
• Basic dashboarding and data visualizati