Project / Programme Manager

4 weeks ago

Johannesburg, South Africa Turner & Townsend Full time

Company Description

Turner & Townsend is a leading independent professional services company specializing in programme management, project management, cost management and consulting across the property, infrastructure and natural resources sectors. With 108 offices in 45 countries, we draw on our extensive global and industry experience to manage risk while maximizing value and performance during the construction and operation of our clients’ assets. We are an Equal opportunity employer who will ensure accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities upon request.

Turner & Townsend is a quality driven, international construction and management consultancy recognised for the value and innovation we bring to every commission we undertake. We are looking for a Project Manager in Johannesburg who is self-motivated and driven by the goal of establishing Turner & Townsend as the #1 Consultancy. Reporting to the head of the business unit the individual will be responsible for delivering projects, securing new and maintaining existing clients and promoting the values of Turner & Townsend.

Our people are the key to our success and are our most important asset. As Project Manager you will join our Johannesburg Infrastructure team to provide services that help our clients devise strategies to deliver successful business solutions prior to sanction, achieve confidence around project delivery, ensure projects are effectively managed & controlled and facilitate the capture and transfer of knowledge

Job Description

Project Managers handle commissions of varying scale and value; depending upon the complexity of the project etc., including advising on specific Project Management functions

Project management responsibilities include:

Provide strategic advice at the programme identification / definition stages, including advising on development of the Programme Brief in relation to the Sub-programme / Workstream for which he / she is responsible and the different approaches that might be adopted in order to realise the desired benefits / outcomes and / or achieve the Client’s strategic objectives. Advising at a strategic level at the project conception stage, including providing advice on the different approaches that can be adopted in order to successfully achieve the client’s overall objectives Determine phasing, sequencing and interdependencies between projects and the management and logistical arrangements that need to be implemented to successfully deliver the Sub-programme. determine the procurement strategy for the programme, and identify and confirm the availability of all resources needed to deliver the Sub-programme in accordance with the Clients requirements Lead and direct the project managers responsible for delivery of the projects included within the Sub-programme, liaising as appropriate with the programme office, specialists and where applicable, Clients staff Leading the establishment of the overall success criteria for the project, including time, cost, technical and performance parameters Planning for and the ongoing management of quality, safety, health and environment issues Establishing effective project governance, processes and systems to be utilised throughout project Project planning, including ensuring the production of the detailed project plan Advising upon the procurement of resources Leading and facilitating the overall cross-functional project team Monitoring and applying performance management techniques, including the use of KPIs to improve project performance Managing the change control process Monitoring and advising upon project finances Managing the flow of project information between the team and the client, through regular meetings and written communications Ensuring the production of formal project progress and other reports Taking a leading role in interfacing with the client and other consultants, at all project stages

Marketing and business development, to include:

Taking responsibility for developing new business opportunities with existing and new Turner & Townsend clients Identifying and acting upon cross-selling opportunities Working with Associate Directors and Directors to construct bids for new work Attending formal client pitches with Assistant Directors and Directors Ensuring that project case study, photograph and project CV files are kept up to date Identifying and acting upon opportunities to improve project management products and services

Qualifications

Degree in Construction Project Management or equivalent qualification 8+ years’ experience Must preferably be registered with a professional body as Professional Project Manager Industry knowledge and exposure Programme Management knowledge base and enterprise programme management working experience

Additional Information

As the Project / Programme Manager you will have responsibility, amongst others, for the service stream in terms of Project Resourcing, Best Practice and Knowledge Management, Tool & Systems, Key Account Management, Service Opportunity identification and Service Development. You will continue to promote the interests of Turner & Townsend giving the full benefit of your knowledge, expertise and skills to all your business undertakings.

In undertaking the role of Project/Programme Manager, Turner & Townsend have specific expectations to be met. The expectations will form part of your continuous development and performance measurement. 

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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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