Turner & Townsend
Project Manager - Defence
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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.
The Defence Infrastructure Cost Centre provides support to projects that range in complexity and size with our service offerings spanning across Programme and Project Management, Project Planning, Cost Engineering, Risk Management, and Commercial Disciplines.
We provide support to the full project lifecycle both pre-contract and post contract, delivering infrastructure projects on behalf of our clients, that range from several hundred thousand pounds in value to major projects and programmes worth over £200M.
We are actively looking to expand the team due to client requirements and have talented individuals join us who will support our Defence client portfolio, whilst further developing their career, working on a range of complex and challenging commissions.
Job Description
Important: Before applying, due to the sensitive nature of these projects, you must be a SOLE UK National who is able to achieve and maintain UK MoD Security Clearance (SC). See Security Clearance Section.
Already holding SC Clearance is desirable however we advise that if you feel you would be a great candidate for this role, please apply.
We are looking for a Project Manager to join the Defence North team, supporting our clients to deliver a range of construction infrastructure projects and programmes across the North of the UK spanning from the Midlands, Cumbria, North East to Scotland with additional opportunities to work on projects across the rest of the UK. The team is made up of over 40 people with our central office in Manchester; however we have team members based all over the North of the UK such as Nottingham, Leeds, Barrow, and Glasgow.
Owing to the complex nature of the projects we are involved in, this role will suit Project Managers from a Defence, Nuclear, Infrastructure or Construction background with proven experience, understanding and adherence to process and governance. NEC accreditation and proficiency in managing these types of contracts would be advantageous.
This will be a consultancy-based role, working in a client-focused environment – where we are measured on working closely with clients, while taking personal responsibility in dealing with clients and striving to go above their expectations. We anticipate you being on client sites or Turner & Townsend offices 60% of your time which could include travel, but this may flex depending on client and business requirements. See “working in teams / site attendance” for more information.
Main Purpose of Role
- To lead Project Management Commissions, taking responsibility for end-to-end service delivery.
- Work with clients, while managing the existing key accounts and developing new and existing relationships.
- To provide support on major Project Management Commissions, taking responsibility for an aspect of service delivery.
- Managing and controlling the commercial aspects of projects and programmes; experienced to be able to lead monthly budgeting/forecasting and managing project budgets.
- Managing the schedule and wider elements of complex projects and programmes
- To ensure that client objectives are met and that projects are delivered to time and cost targets and the appropriate quality standards.
- Supporting clients as they transition to Net Zero and deal with wider changes to make themselves more sustainable.
- Building long-term trusted advisor relationships with our clients.
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Qualifications
Requirements
- Educated to degree level or equivalent in a relevant subject with relatable experience
- A relevant professional qualification with the APM, PMI or Prince 2
- Demonstratable experience managing / administering NEC contracts (or another form such as JCT) and their practical application.
- Project management experience across a range of disciplines and within industry sectors.
- Able to construct and maintain project plans and familiar with project planning software such as Primavera or Microsoft Project.
Desirable
- Previous experience of working with UK Government and Tier 1 organisations would be beneficial, particularly Defence.
- NEC PMA accreditation and proficiency in managing these types of contracts would be advantageous and use of contract management software eg CEMAR.
- Experience in the construction and infrastructure sectors in regulated environments and their stages (ie RIBA)
- Experience of project management and/or programme management, adding value at the initial strategic planning phase all the way into implementation, construction and delivery in the context of infrastructure projects and programmes.
- Bid Management experience
- Full Membership, or working towards full membership of a relevant chartered body; MAPM, MCIWEM, MICE, MCIOB, MRICS etc.
- Experience coaching junior Project Managers
Security Clearance
Important: Before applying, due to the sensitive nature of these projects, you must be a SOLE UK National who is able to achieve and maintain UK MoD Security Clearance (SC).
Many of the clients and projects we support are subject to MoD security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK.
Working in Teams/Office & Site attendance
Turner & Townsend recognises the importance of helping its employees harmonise their work and home life by offering hybrid working, that enable them to balance their working life with other priorities. At the same time T&T recognises that employee office and site attendance must always remain in line with the demands of the business and clients. Currently, we anticipate you being on client sites or Turner & Townsend offices 60% of your time which may include travel, but this may flex depending on client and business requirements. The office is not the only place work gets done, but it is increasingly important for teams to be stronger together by learning, collaborating, and creating amazing work together.
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Person focus
Turner & Townsend is looking for the right people to join our team- if you do not fulfil 100% of the advert but think you can add value to our teams and clients please apply or reach out to the recruiter for a discussion.
Values & Behaviours
The successful candidate will demonstrate behaviours that are consistent with the T&T Value and Behaviours Model
- Love a challenge: We love a challenge and we work hard to make change happen and see things through. We don’t stand still, challenging ourselves and others to do better every day. And we are trusted to do the right thing, raising standards all the time.
- Stronger together: We’re stronger together by connecting people in diverse teams, so that we can all collaborate to deliver our best work. We focus on what matters and use our influence to build a better world for everyone.
- Bring out the best in everyone: We bring out the best in everyone. We help each other to make the most of our potential, always learning from our experience. We treat each other with care and respect and make time to give everyone a voice.
Additional Information
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
SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
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