Turner & Townsend
Become the leading global provider of professional services to the natural resources, infrastructure and property markets.
Lead planning & scheduling for complex infrastructure/defence projects, managing teams and clients.
2 days ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Nottingham, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
+12,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Consulting
Construction Management
and more..
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Buildings
Infrastructure
Role
Description
planning
scheduling
project controls
client management
talent development
performance reporting
Successful candidates will act as change agents, shaping future strategy, improving performance and fostering a collaborative ‘One Business’ culture across clients, industry and communities. They will influence leadership, define capability requirements, promote learning, and champion a caring and inclusive environment while balancing revenue and employee well‑being.
- Manage client‑facing commissions, high‑value and complex projects, and develop talent in local markets.
- Improve Planning and Scheduling and interfacing project controls processes to increase efficiency and client benefits.
- Build interdisciplinary relationships that serve client interests.
- Drive business generation, resource planning, and strategic growth for the Planning and Scheduling team.
- Ensure project scope delivery and maintain high client satisfaction.
- Lead senior line‑management activities, including career development within Planning and Scheduling.
- Develop project controls capability through recruitment, training, and experience.
- Implement, embed and roll out enhancements to Planning and Scheduling processes.
- Support national and regional Communities of Practice.
- Champion performance reporting benefits and requirements internally and across the industry.
- Provide subject‑matter expertise and analysis to stakeholders and senior management for decision‑making.
- Train and coach clients and junior leadership on Planning and Scheduling practices.
- Lead national and regional initiatives that achieve strategic goals such as growth, outreach, or improvement.
- Direct Planning and Scheduling on complex projects/programmes.
- Lead large teams and work on both delivery and transformation projects.
Requirements
planning tools
project controls
nec contracts
sc clearance
uk national
- Possess expert knowledge of Planning and Scheduling tools and techniques.
- Demonstrate experience interfacing with other Project Controls disciplines.
- Familiarity with NEC contracts.
- For Defence projects, be a UK national with current or attainable SC Clearance.
Benefits
The role is primarily based in the Midlands and Central South, with regional travel and national mobility expected. It offers the chance to innovate, collaborate and learn within an award-winning community of practice and a broader Controls and Performance network.
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
1946 Established
Year Founded
Marks the beginning of the company's operations.
£1.2B Turnover
Global Turnover in 2023
Significant financial growth compared to the previous year.
64% Real Estate
Revenue Breakdown
The majority share of revenue comes from the real estate sector.
37% Net Revenue
Net Revenue Growth
Net revenue increased significantly in 2023.
- Operates across various sectors, including real estate, infrastructure, and natural resources, providing comprehensive services such as construction consultancy, asset and facilities management, and environmental consultancy.
- Expertise spans advisory, cost and commercial management, digital solutions, and program management, enabling them to handle complex capital projects and drive transformative change for their clients.
- With over 10,000 employees in 48 countries, the company leverages local knowledge and global expertise to deliver tailored solutions for each project.
Culture + Values
89%
Employee Pride
A strong majority of employees feel proud to be part of the organization.
7.9/10
Employee Engagement
Reflects a solid level of engagement among employees, based on internal surveys.
- Loves a challenge: Tackles complex projects and overcomes challenges.
- Stronger together: Teamwork and collaboration drive exceptional results.
- Bring out the best: Develops and empowers employees to reach their full potential.
Environment + Sustainability
90% GHG Reduction
Net-Zero Commitment
Aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 90% by 2040 as part of their net-zero strategy.
80% Supply Chain Emissions
Sustainability Focus
80% of their emissions come from the supply chain, targeting a 170,643 tCO2E reduction by 2030.
170k+ CO2 Reduction
Ambitious Climate Target
Seeks to reduce 170,643 tCO2E from the supply chain by 2030.
2017 Global Compact Member
Sustainable Development Leader
Joined the United Nations Global Compact in 2017, aligning with sustainable development goals.
- Uses the TCFD framework to manage climate risks and opportunities.
- Sustainability is embedded into major projects and programs.
- Focuses on making assets resilient to climate change through sustainable procurement strategies.
- Aligns environmental policy with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
- Strives for transparency in measuring and monitoring performance.
- Provides ESG services to help clients achieve net-zero.
Inclusion & Diversity
33.7% Female
Global Representation
The company has 33.7% female colleagues globally.
8.6 Global Score
Acceptance Factor
Employees rate acceptance of all backgrounds at 8.6/10 globally.
40% Target by 2025
Gender Diversity Goal
Aim to achieve 40% female representation globally by 2025.
81% Survey Rate
Engagement Feedback
81% of employees participate in quarterly inclusion surveys.
- An environment where diverse perspectives are acknowledged and celebrated, enabling individuals from various backgrounds to thrive.
- A comprehensive diversity and inclusion roadmap was initiated in 2018.
- A diversity base-lining initiative was implemented to better understand workforce makeup and identify areas for improvement.
- Diverse perspectives are seen as crucial for driving innovative and creative solutions to transform performance in a green, inclusive, and productive world.
- Reverse mentoring programs facilitates discussions between employee network groups and senior management to address inclusivity barriers.
- Quarterly anonymous employee engagement surveys gather feedback on engagement drivers, including D&I.
- A supplier diversity program encourages the use of diverse firms, including minority-owned, women-owned, and other underrepresented businesses, promoting vendor competition, competitive advantage, and positive economic impact on local communities.