Senior Program Manager

1 week ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Turner & Townsend Full time
Job Overview

Company Overview:

At Turner & Townsend, we are dedicated to delivering impactful results through comprehensive consultancy, project execution, and post-project operations across various sectors including real estate, infrastructure, and natural resources. With a global presence in 49 countries, our teams are equipped to make a significant difference in projects worldwide.

Position Summary:

We are seeking an Executive Project Manager (EPM) to lead a major pharmaceutical construction initiative. This role is pivotal in ensuring project success from initiation to completion.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Champion Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) policies, fostering a culture of safety throughout all project phases.
  • Act as the primary liaison for clients, nurturing long-term relationships with stakeholders, consultants, and suppliers.
  • Engage in strategic preconstruction discussions with clients.
  • Lead internal teams and collaborate with external partners to formulate delivery strategies, manage contractual obligations, and develop project schedules.
  • Oversee the Project Master Schedule, ensuring adherence to contractual commitments and accountability among team members.
  • Integrate various project disciplines within the Master Schedule to ensure seamless execution.
  • Develop the Project Management Plan (PMP) and manage the creation of Design Definition Documents.
  • Serve as the escalation point for project-related risks, providing solutions for financial, contractual, and client relationship challenges.
  • Negotiate resolutions for change orders and manage contingency expenditures.
  • Conduct risk assessments and escalate significant risks to enhance visibility and mitigation strategies.
  • Review and assess change order requests, ensuring alignment with project scope, cost, and schedule.
  • Monitor project metrics and provide comprehensive reporting on performance, forecasting, and overall status.
  • Establish guidelines for constructability reviews and promote sustainable design practices.
  • Review and enhance project safety recommendations and quality assurance plans.
  • Develop logistics and phasing strategies for project execution.
  • Ensure adequate staffing levels for Owner Representative roles in alignment with project commitments.
  • Continuously evaluate team performance to maintain high standards of client service.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree required; advanced degrees (M.S. or MBA) preferred.
  • At least 20 years of experience in capital project or program leadership.
  • Proven experience in managing large-scale manufacturing projects within the pharmaceutical industry.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead integrated teams on complex, multi-phase projects.
  • Strong understanding of various project delivery methods.
  • Track record of successfully managing projects valued at $500 million or more.
  • Experience in negotiating high-value contracts within large-scale projects.
  • Exceptional communication, presentation, and writing skills.

Additional Information:

Turner & Townsend is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and are dedicated to providing a supportive environment for our employees.



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