Project Manager - Central & Local Government

An exciting opportunity has arisen for Project Managers to join our expanding Central and Local Government in our flagship office in Central London., Working as a Project Manager on a range of tasks, to include:

• Conducting background research, data collection and benchmarking
• Leading on residential-led or mixed-use projects, at the enabling stage (could include highways, utilities, enabling works, remediation, public realm, bridges, utility diversions or upgrades, managing S106 or S278 obligations)
• Establishing effective processes and systems to be utilised throughout the project
• Monitoring and documenting project progress and other performance indicators
• Tracking and documenting changes
• Preparing written project communication materials
• Preparing formal project progress and other reports
• Liaising with the client, contractors and designers
• Attending meetings and drafting minutes, etc
Other responsibilities, to include:
• Preparing presentation materials for client pitches, etc
• Inputting key information into the Turner & Townsend internal database
  
  We are looking for a pro-active and self-motivated problem solver with a logical and structured approach to managing projects of complexity and often with a multitude of stakeholders. An ability to understand the technical inputs required from a design and/or contractor team to overcome problems at the pre-contract and post-contract stage would be helpful, as would some experience of contract administration.
We would like a team player that recognises the value they bring to our business and our clients' projects and programmes - someone to work collaboratively with others and exemplify high standards of delivery. We have live projects in London, Cambridge, Hertfordshire, Surrey, and Kent, with many more in the pipeline.,
• Cognate qualification (construction, real estate, planning, engineering)
• Full time (with flexible working opportunities and home working)
• Ability to travel London/Home Counties/South East
• Strong communication skills (verbal, presentation, written)
• Self-motivator
• Ability to solve problems and think strategically
• Experience of working with multiple stakeholders including clients, influential parties, contractors and end-users
• CDM/site health and safety knowledge
Desirable
• Engineering qualification and/or background (preferably civil, structural, mechanical/electrical)
• Broad understanding of the development lifecycle (business case, design, consents, procurement, delivery, handover, management)
• Direct experience of on-site construction
• Experience in residential-led or mixed-use projects, preferably at the enabling stage (could include highways, utilities, enabling works, remediation, public realm, bridges, utility diversions or upgrades, managing S106 or S278 obligations)
  
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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., Turner & Townsend Consulting 1,001-5,000 employees

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