Company Description
Turner & Townsend is a leading independent professional services company specializing in program management, project management, cost management and consulting across the property, infrastructure and natural resources sectors. With 112 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 Senior Project Manager in Nigeria 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 Senior Project Manager you will join our Nigeria Project Management 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
Duties of a Senior Project Manager
As the Senior Project 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.
Expectations
In undertaking the role of Project Manager, Turner & Townsend have specific expectations to be met. The expectations will form part of your continuous development and performance measurement. These are set out as follows:
Service Delivery
Total service delivery to all clients within Africa. Your reporting structure with other Directors/MSL will ensure that you are best placed to direct resources to maximise return. Your focus will be continuous improvement at a service level and coordinating with other Directors/MSL to maximise opportunities available with our Key Accounts. You will also be expected to implement and or update requisite tools and systems to ensure staff are able to deliver a professional and efficient service.
Key Requirements:
MAIN PURPOSE OF ROLE
To lead Project Management Commissions, taking responsibility for end-to-end service delivery.
To act as the key, day to day client interface, ensuring that client objectives are met and that projects are delivered to time and cost targets and the appropriate quality standards.
Project management, to include:
Contract management and understanding of the different contract forms
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
Understanding gateway reviews
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
Lifecycle project planning- for all projects we must ensure a seamless integration into their maintenance department
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
Advising the Steering Committee on the performance of strategic projects
Internal Stakeholder engagement, including reporting to the Steering Committee
Monitoring and applying performance management techniques, including the use of KPI's 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
10+ years' experience
Must preferably be registered with a professional body as Professional Project Manager
Industry knowledge and exposure
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