Project Manager - Retail 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 projects 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 118 offices in 50 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 currently seeking a driven, focused and qualified individual to support the refresh/ remodel roll out of our client’s retail locations.  The position is primarily a field-based role that is dedicated to delivering multiple projects across the central region.

• Manage the implementation of client’s Visual Identity standards, in line with client requirements.
• Manage client teams, including architects, engineers and supply chain to deliver brand - compliant projects.
• Can analyse, track and effectively manage critical milestone activities to avoid schedule slip.
• Verify that effective project governance, processes and systems are utilized.
• Ensure application of best practice on all projects.
• Production of formal project status reports and other reports as required.
• Monitor the progress of multiple construction projects simultaneously to ensure that the approved design standards are being applied correctly.
• Manage the interface between all suppliers through monthly trackers and weekly reviews.
• Manage the flow of project information between the project team through regular meetings and written communications.
• Forecast and update key project milestones.
• Manage and monitor local design teams in accordance with client and commission criteria.
• Provide technical support to owners, architects, general contractors and regional stakeholders.
• Rapid response to RFIs from the field.
• Provide expertise for cost control, value engineering, and constructability guidance where required.
• Independent review of status reports, drawing submittals, and schedules from architects, contractors and suppliers.
•  Client management – assist in developing excellent working relationships with Clients, with a view towards maximizing new opportunities.
• Strategic Thinking - provide advice to project teams on approaches that can be adopted to successfully achieve both clients’ objectives and business objectives.
• Knowledge management – ensure that key information and learnings generated from each project is captured.
• Process improvement – Identify ways to improve internal systems and processes.
• Business Development - Identify and act upon cross-selling opportunities and assisting with developing new business opportunities with existing and perspective clients.
• Travel – travel as required, up to approximately 70%.

Qualifications

• Strong commercial acumen.
• Strong professional communication skills.
• Highly proficient with Microsoft products (Excel, Word and Power Point) and Blue Beam.
• Ability to read and understand basic architectural, MEP, and structural building drawings.
• Understanding of construction costs related to industry standards.
• Strong thinking skills with the ability to develop and implement strategic plans.
• The ability to build and maintain effective relationships.
• The ability to make sound and effective judgment on issues associated with delivering projects.
• Detail oriented with strong focus on producing results, meeting timescales, and quality work.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work at client sites independent from other team members.
•  Ensure accurate and timely reporting of all aspects of the projects.
•  Ability to manage multiple projects at one time.

Additional Information

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

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