
Turner & Townsend
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Construction Manager - Government Projects
Manage government construction projects, overseeing finance, schedule, quality, and client relations.
Job Highlights
About the Role
• Interface with the client and other consultants at all project stages • Ensure prompt client invoicing and monitor project financial status using the financial system • Produce a detailed project plan • Apply performance management techniques • Manage the change control process • Facilitate flow of project information between team and client through regular meetings and written communications • Prepare formal project budget progress and other reports • Ensure compliance with quality standards (Quality Control) • Construct proposals for new work or variations for existing projects • Identify opportunities to improve project management procedures, templates and products and refer ideas to the appropriate line manager • Alert line manager to quality, safety, health and environment issues • Establish effective project governance, processes and systems throughout the project • Advise strategically during project conception, offering approaches to achieve client objectives • Manage time effectively to ensure project meets quality standards, is completed efficiently and on schedule • Build strong working relationships with clients and cross‑functional team members • Collaborate effectively as a team member delivering a specific commission • Identify business development opportunities with existing and new clients, including cross‑selling • Share and retain key information and data appropriately • Adhere to SOX control responsibilities where applicable
Key Responsibilities
- ▸client interface
- ▸financial monitoring
- ▸project planning
- ▸change control
- ▸quality control
- ▸governance
What You Bring
Turner & Townsend Heery are seeking an experienced Construction Manager to work on large‑scale projects for a key government client. The ideal candidate will be a self‑starter with excellent communication skills, able to take initiative and drive activities with limited supervision. • This role requires on‑site presence • 7‑10 years of construction experience • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field, or equivalent experience • Proven experience as a Project Manager on commercial ground‑up real estate projects • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for client‑facing roles • Experience managing demanding stakeholders and work‑stream managers
Requirements
- ▸on‑site
- ▸7‑10 years
- ▸bachelor’s
- ▸project manager
- ▸construction manager
- ▸communication
Benefits
The salary range for this full‑time role is $120K‑$125K per year, reflecting base salary only. Turner & Townsend offers a flexible, healthy work environment that supports work‑life balance, promotes diversity and inclusion, and encourages employees to succeed both at work and in life. • Potential opportunity for travel or relocation for upcoming client projects after assignment completion
Work Environment
Onsite