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Turner & Townsend Design Program Manager –Commercial Real Estate Programs in New York, New York
Company Description
From the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help to deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational programs covering the full spectrum of consultancy, project delivery and post-project operations.
With offices located globally, you're never far away from our services. Working from 133 offices in 49 countries, we make the difference to projects across the real estate, infrastructure and natural resources sectors worldwide.
Our team is dynamic, innovative and client-focused, supported by an inclusive and fun company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity and the quality we deliver. As a result, our people get to enjoy working on some of the most exciting projects in the world.
Job Description
The Program Manager will manage Corporate Real Estate (CRE) programs of workplace design and construction projects from inception through occupancy to ensure adherence to industry best practices, company governance and processes. Projects to be delivered on time and schedule, in alignment to the Corporate Design Guidelines.
Design Management
Engage and manage internal workstream partners (security, audio-visual, global networks, corporate real estate operations) to develop the scope and design of the project
Manage and/or oversee the management of the design team to represent and outline Corporate requirements
Establish and oversee local project management team to all design deliverables and milestones
Ensure design alignment to Corporate Real Estate Design Guidelines, interior design aesthetic and industry best practices for workplace new builds
Procurement
With assistance from the Corporate Project Controls team, assemble and execute the tendering process for the professional team (Architect, Engineers, Project and Cost Manager)
Oversee the local project and cost manager contractor, vendor and specialty consultant (Graphics, Security, AV) tendering process
Oversee the local project and cost manager furniture procurement process, in partnership with global furniture manufacturing partners and discount agreements
Contracting
With assistance from the Corporate Project Controls team and leveraging the local project and cost management execution teams; draft master and project-based agreements based on the contract library templates
Liaise with the CRE Leadership / Legal / Risk Management and the vendor to negotiate and agree all terms and condition amendments
Ensure all vendors, consultants and contractors have an agreement executed and in place for services being provided
Cost Reporting
Using the Corporate cost report template, plan, manage and report all project costs monthly –leveraging the local cost management team engaged for each project
Review and validate detailed project budgets and cost plans established by the local cost management execution teams engaged for each project
Assess and agree professional team, vendors and contractor awards and variances
Project Execution
Proactively monitor projects progress, key milestones, and interdependencies
Resolve resource/schedule conflicts, mitigate, and manage risks, and escalate key issues to ensure successful outcomes
Communicate progress and key metrics within project stakeholders on a consistent and regular basis to enable effective decision making
Identify major decision-points and drive well-defined analysis
Work with key partners in HR, IT, and Finance to establish role clarity and assign work stream owners
Drive adherence to established processes
Continuous Improvements
Contribute to CRE Project Management Playbook
Contribute and manage design guidelines updates
Develop and manage program plans to ensure alignment of priorities and activities required to achieve CRE plan results within budget and schedule
Contribute to program management frameworks to be leveraged consistently including governance, analytics, and communication
Qualifications
Demonstrate project experience with the following
Support running Major Programs $250M and above
Experience managing multiple stakeholders and a full program management office (PMO)
Architect/Design background is mandatory
Review owner processes and advise
Review contract documents and contract modifications to determine scope of work and scope changes
Understanding of Owner’s Operations and best practices
Understanding of Safety Programs (Health, Safety, and Emergency Response)
Understanding the monitoring and Inspection of Construction and Project Coordination
Completing comprehensive Monthly Reports to client
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, project management, or a related technical field.
Minimum 3+ years of post-graduate project management experience in the delivery of commercial real estate construction projects under a PMO portfolio.
Proficient with Microsoft Office and Google Suite of Applications.
Advanced skills with report writing and presentations.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including documentation.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
The tenacity and drive to inject value and create solutions.
Develops good working relationships with project team.
Ability to travel if required.
Good organization skills, ability to multi-task, and be a team player.
Additional Information
The salary range for this full-time role is $115K-$145K per year. Ranges are determined by role and level and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range is a reflection of base salary only, not of a total compensation package. Please note Turner & Townsend reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on candidate’s experience and qualifications.
On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs
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/ and https://www.heery.com/
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