At Turner & Townsend we’re passionate about making the difference. That means delivering better outcomes for our clients, helping our people to realize their potential, and doing our part to create a prosperous society.

Every day we help our major global clients deliver ambitious and highly technical projects, in over 110 offices worldwide.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our dynamic team in the Leeds office. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the successful delivery of complex Mechanical, Electrical & Process (MEP) projects from inception through to completion. This is an excellent opportunity for any candidate with strong stakeholder management experience and a good analytical mind with a robust level of experience in programme, budget and design management. This role is ideal for anyone who is professionally driven and is keen to make a real difference within the business and the wider world through improving the built environment.    

Key accountabilities;

• Lead the delivery of complex MEP projects, ensuring achievement of programme, cost, quality and safety objectives are met.
• Develop and maintain project execution plans, governance structures and reporting frameworks.
• Manage project budgets, forecasts and commercial performance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams including designers, contractors, consultants and specialist suppliers.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with clients and senior stakeholders, including C-suite clients.
• Chair project meetings and provide clear, concise reporting to senior leadership teams.
• Manage project risks, issues and opportunities, implementing effective mitigation strategies and reporting.
• Oversee design coordination, construction activities, commissioning and project close-out.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, industry standards and health and safety legislation.
• Mentor and develop project team members, promoting a culture of collaboration, accountability and excellence.

Essential

• Minimum Bachelors degree within related engineering field (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Construction or other related fields)
• Minimum 5 years managing managing large-scale MEP or infrastructure projects
• Proven expertise in managing project budgets, schedules, and resource allocation. Strong knowledge of MEP systems, building services, and construction methodologies.
• Demonstrated experience in contract management and consultant coordination.
• Proficiency in project management software and Microsoft Office applications
• Exceptional people skills and ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders at all levels, including C-suite stakeholders  
• Demonstratable knowledge of project controls, programme management and financial governance.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and client management skills.
• Strong understanding of construction delivery, commissioning and handover processes.
• Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills.

Preferred

• APM PMQ, Prince2 practitioner , ChPP or equivalent
• NEC 4 PM accreditation
• Membership of a relevant professional industry body (e.g. RIBA, CIBSE, RICS, IMeche, IET, ICE or related)
• Experience of BIM and digital construction methodologies.
• Knowledge of NEC, JCT or other standard forms of contract.
• Experience delivering sustainability, decarbonisation or energy-efficiency programmes.

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/

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SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

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