Traveling Assistant Project Manager - Retail Construction

Turner & Townsend • Nashville, TN

225d • Remote

About The Position

Turner & Townsend is currently seeking driven, focused and qualified Assistant Project Managers to support the delivery of projects to our Automotive Retail clients. The position is a primarily field-based role that is dedicated to delivering multiple projects within each region located across the USA. In more detail, this role is remote with regional travel, must be located near a major airport.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, architecture, engineering or field related to construction
• 4 years experience at General Contractor or Architectural firm ideal
• A minimum of 3 years of applicable experience
• Proactive, organized, and thorough with a strong work ethic
• Work as an effective and collaborative team member in delivering the project
• Exposure to project management software systems
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and Google tools
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to travel up to approximately 70%

Responsibilities

• 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
• Analyze, 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
• Independent review of status reports, drawing submittals, and schedules provided from architects, contractors and suppliers
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

Benefits

• Promote a healthy, productive, and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance
• Equal opportunity employer
• Commitment to creating an inclusive environment for all employees

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree