Project Manager, Large-Scale Infrastructure

6 days ago


Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Turner & Townsend Plc. Full time

**About Us**

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with a presence in over 60 countries.

We provide expertise to clients across various sectors, including real estate, infrastructure, energy, and natural resources.

Our capabilities span programme, project, cost, asset, and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement, supply chain, net zero, and digital solutions.

Role Overview

The Project Director of Major Projects will lead and drive the successful delivery of complex projects across Aotearoa New Zealand.

This full-time permanent role is based in our Auckland CBD office, with regional/national travel as required to suit project needs.

Projects cover multiple sectors such as Health, Data Centres, Stadia, Hotels, and others.

Main Responsibilities

  1. Leading and managing large-scale projects as the key client interface.
  2. Developing working relationships, problem-solving, and driving projects to successful completion.
  3. Managing the design process to meet client requirements and manage expectations.
  4. Reviewing project plans and specifications, scheduling, costs saving measures, discrepancies, potential construction problems, etc.
  5. Managing project safety and environmental requirements.
  6. Managing project timelines, risks, and reporting.
  7. Managing project budgets and advising on options to keep budget on track.
  8. Direct line management team responsibilities.
  9. Travel to client offices, as required.

Qualifications

  • A recognised degree relating to a technical field: Engineering, Construction Management, or Project Management.
  • 20+ years of industry experience working on and successfully delivering major projects, specifically within Health.
  • A mix of domestic and international experience is preferable.
  • The ability to thrive in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment.
  • Advanced Microsoft skills (essential), and Primavera skills will be highly regarded.
  • Excellent command of written and spoken English with excellent report and bid writing skills.
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to lead and develop a team.
  • A passion for delivering to clients.


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