Program Management Lead- Commercial Construction (PMO)

Turner & Townsend Project Management Opportunity

From the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help to deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational projects covering the full spectrum of consultancy, project delivery, and post-project operations. With offices located globally, you're never far away from our services. With over 22,000 specialists in more than 60 countries, we blend local knowledge with global insight to tackle challenges of any scale. Our team is dynamic, innovative, and client-focused, supported by an inclusive and fun company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity, and the quality we deliver. As a result, our people get to enjoy working on some of the most exciting projects in the world.

Job Description

Our PMO and Program service is growing across the USA. Turner & Townsend are inviting experienced project professionals at all levels to join our team supporting diverse projects in clean energy, retail, manufacturing, and infrastructure in our hub location. Must be local to or willing to relocate to Houston, Texas region.

Turner and Townsend is accepting applications for future opportunities across our business in the following technical disciplines :

• PMO
• Program Management
• Portfolio Management

The successful candidate will have cost and schedule experience and will need to lead change management initiatives as part of improving the program's performance and have a good understanding of best practice. The ideal candidate will be a leader, self-starter and able to take the initiative and drive activities with limited supervision. A minimum of 7 years post-graduate Cost Management and Scheduling experience in the construction industry is required.

Job Objectives

Create, manage, and oversee schedules using critical path method. Actively work with project managers and construction firms to maintain schedule integrity. Support process improvement initiatives to improve overall performance of the program. Engage stakeholders to review processes and project delivery methodologies to obtain input and recommendations for continuous improvements. Track and review change orders with Project Manager. Manage contingency draw. Working with Contractors and Sub Contractors on daily basis. Manage weekly progress reports with the General Contractor and review GC's cost tracking reports. Reconcile GC actual costs with GMP / Schedule of Values. Produce monthly reports for management. Contract Administration (retention, T&Cs, insurance, allowances, contingency, incentives). Maintain cost benchmarking database. Produce earned value reports. Monitor schedule progress in the field (actual vs. forecast). On Site Records and Document Control. Implement best practices and reporting trends both internally and externally. Create and analyze project schedules for a portfolio of global high-tech mission critical projects ranging from $500M USD. SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

Qualifications

Candidates will have a minimum of 10 years of experience in delivering large and complex programs. Experience in capital retail, energy, or infrastructure projects with owner / operator, consultancy, developer or EPC delivery. Demonstrated technical expertise in Program Management and PMO leadership, with a proven track record in strategically establishing processes, procedures, and governance frameworks. Skilled in implementing robust program controls and driving key initiatives such as Quarterly Business Reviews, Vendor Performance Management, and KPI development. Adept at setting clear objectives and stage gates to ensure alignment, accountability, and measurable success across complex programs. Cross functional team participation in a dynamic environment. Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills. Ability to work in a client facing environment and driving internal teams to deliver results while ensuring client satisfaction. Passionate about solving complex challenges. Detail oriented with strong written, presentation, and verbal communication skills.

Additional Information

On site requirements might change based on clients needs. 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.