Director of Project Management- Civic market
About The Position
Turner & Townsend Heery is seeking an experienced Senior Director of Project Management to lead the western Oregon civic market as a member of the Western Region leadership team. The role is responsible for growing and improving the profitability of the business unit through leadership, business development, client management, and service delivery. The successful candidate will lead and develop a team of Project Managers and oversee project management services for major projects and programs throughout western Oregon, supporting the broader team across the state as needed. The role is based in the Tualatin office and includes ensuring excellent service delivery, developing the project management service offering, and engaging clients and the market. The Senior Director will lead the strategic and operational management of Project Management Services, including resource planning, financial management, business generation, and staff training and development. Responsibilities also include managing client relationships, project and program delivery, financial performance, recruiting, staff development, proposals, process improvements, and collaboration with regional leadership. The role calls for a driven leader with strong interpersonal skills who can grow a team and business while upholding the company’s values of respect, integrity, service, and excellence.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management, architecture, engineering, or a field related to construction.
- At least 15 years of relevant project management experience in the construction A-E-C industry, including business development and experience in construction consultancy, advisory, architecture, or real estate.
- Comprehensive knowledge of the construction consultancy or advisory business and its application to improving deliverables and initiatives.
- Ability to identify critical messages and unique selling points and communicate them clearly and effectively.
- Excellent project management, organizational, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to implement and enforce procedures and influence at all levels.
- Self-starter able to manage multiple projects simultaneously to tight deadlines and work collaboratively.
- Creative thinker able to communicate complex ideas simply, in writing and verbally.
- Proven track record of successful project management service delivery for clients.
- Experience managing teams of project managers and support staff.
- Strong knowledge of the western Oregon construction market.
- Ability to develop strong relationships with internal team members, clients, and cross-functional teams.
- Relevant technical and leadership experience overseeing major construction projects or programs.
- Excellent presentation, verbal, written, organizational, and communication skills.
- Strong business development ambition and acumen, with demonstrated experience achieving business growth.
Nice To Haves
- DBIA certification.
Responsibilities
- Support the Western Region and Oregon Cost Center in business generation and operations, with a focus on the civic market.
- Manage new and existing client relationships, oversee business operations and services, and drive revenue through new work and contract renewals.
- Lead the project management team responsible for planning and executing projects in western Oregon.
- Oversee program management of the western Oregon project portfolio, including project management services, deliverables, and collaboration and resources.
- Identify client service delivery needs and the resources needed to deliver value-added services.
- Manage project financials, including margins, monthly fee and resource forecasts, financial reports, and budgets.
- Work with recruiting professionals to source, recruit, interview, and manage new team members.
- Provide line management, coaching, and mentoring to support staff members’ professional and career growth.
- Provide monthly updates on projects, initiatives, and staffing, highlighting concerns or conflicts where appropriate.
- Ensure client invoices are accurate and issued on time, and follow up on accounts receivable.
- Liaise with municipal authorities having jurisdiction over projects.
- Participate in the local and regional leadership team with area directors and the cost center leader.
- Set a team strategy and ambition aligned with the Business Plan.
- Promote a one-business culture that balances outcomes for employees, clients, stakeholders, and society.
- Support staff training and mentorship and promote career development.
- Prepare or support proposals and RFP responses for new clients and projects.
- Identify and implement improvements to internal systems and processes.
- Lead resource planning and management, financial management, business generation, and training and development for Project Management Services.
- Develop exceptional people and promote a culture of learning, respect, and inclusivity.
- Model the company’s values of respect, integrity, service, and excellence.
Benefits
- Flexible working environment that supports work-life balance.
- Opportunity to have a voice and contribute to change.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
