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Turner & Townsend

Senior Project Manager - Education

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Hybrid
London, England, GBR
Senior level
Hybrid
London, England, GBR
Senior level
Lead education-sector real estate projects across the full lifecycle, from feasibility through handover. Responsibilities include resource planning, team leadership, risk and issue management, budget and schedule control, stakeholder engagement, progress reporting, benefits evaluation, and contract administration. The role requires education project experience, international project management qualifications, commercial awareness, and knowledge of UK Department for Education guidelines and NEC contracts.
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Company Description

At Turner & Townsend we are passionate about making a difference. That means delivering better outcomes for our clients, helping our people to realise their potential, and doing our part to create a prosperous society.

For over 75 years we have been helping our clients deliver on their objectives. Our success at realising outcomes for clients has resulted in significant growth and we are now facing a new wave of growth to achieve our ambitious 2025 vision. To reach this goal, we need great people who are passionate about both delivering great outcomes to our clients and contributing to our future vision. This is made entirely possible through our entrepreneurial culture, allowing employees of all levels to directly influence the business and to own their career.

Job Description

We are looking for a Project Manager with experience in the Education sector to join our London Real Estate team. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality project management services across the full project lifecycle, from feasibility studies to handover. You will also have the opportunity to work on live projects, leading small to medium-sized complex commissions and supporting major new build schemes in London. This is a fantastic opportunity to take the lead and grow a successful career within our market-leading Health and Education Division.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and secure resources for education-related projects or programmes, using appropriate tools and techniques
  • Lead and manage project teams and delegate tasks, ensuring clear roles and responsibilities
  • Identify and manage risks and issues, using effective mitigation and contingency strategies
  • Ensure projects stay on track and deliver on time and within budget, using relevant project management methodologies and standards
  • Build, sustain and facilitate relationships with stakeholders in the education sector, ensuring effective communication and engagement
  • Monitor and report on the progress and outcomes of education projects, using appropriate metrics and indicators
  • Evaluate the impact and benefits of education projects, using evidence-based methods and tools

Qualifications

  • Post-graduate level professional qualification in project management (must be internationally recognised)
  • Degree in a relevant field (preferable)
  • Experience in Education projects, such as schools, universities, or research institutions
  • Strong contract administration skills, especially with NEC contracts
  • Commercially astute, with the ability to manage budgets and resources
  • Knowledge of UK Department for Education guidelines, funding mechanisms, and project management tools

Additional Information

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/

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It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time. 

Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review. 

SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects: 

Twitter

Instagram

LinkedIn

It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time. 

Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review. 

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