Construction Program Executive

Company Description

Founded in 1952 and formerly known as Heery International Inc., the firm operates throughout the United States as part of Turner & Townsend. It specializes in project and program management for public sector organizations, with industry-leading experts in corporate, cultural, healthcare, justice, sports, K-12 education, higher education, aviation and government facilities.

Recognized for service excellence by a broad spectrum of professional organizations and industry publications, the talented multidisciplinary team at Turner & Townsend Heery exceeds client expectations - adding value, best practice and expertise at every turn. The team's unique client-centric culture is integrated into each project and reflects a passion for the built environment and staying true to the client's vision.

Job Description

Turner & Townsend Heery is seeking a Construction Program Executive in the Portland area. The Program Executive will manage programs for public sector school programs.

The candidate should have strong leadership, communications, project management and problem solving skills. The Program Executive will be expected to manage activities in coordination with other internal and external project management groups in the execution of development and construction activities. A technical background is highly desirable.

Key elements:

• Conducting background research, data collection and benchmarking.

• Working with the Senior PM or PM to establish effective processes and systems to be utilized throughout the project.

• Producing project plans.

• Monitoring and documenting project progress and other performance indicators.

• Tracking and documenting changes.

• Preparing written project communication materials.

• Preparing formal project progress and other reports.

• Liaising with the client, contractors and designers.

• Attending meetings and drafting minutes, etc.

• Tasks are completed to the right accuracy and quality standards.

• Tasks are completed efficiently and on time.

• Client needs are dealt with in a helpful and attentive way.

• The cross-functional team is supported in a helpful and positive manner.

• An effective contribution is made towards the overall project.

• Key information and data is effectively communicated and appropriately retained.

• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience as a PM on public sector projects of varying scope - vertical, renovations, deferred maintenance, and tenant improvements.

• K-12 experience with modernizations, expansions, capital maintenance and green field construction.

• Experience managing the planning, design, construction, occupancy and closeout phases of a project.

• Experience with alternative contract delivery- CM/GC specific.

• Experience with Oregon public contracting and ORS/OAR/BOLI compliance.

• Experience building and maintaining client satisfaction in their team/services.

• Experience working with/managing expectations of executive leadership within client organizations.

• Experience with preparing report and presenting to oversight/governance groups.

• Experience managing public relations/community engagement efforts.

• Experience developing and managing high performance teams.

Preferences:

• BS degree in construction management, engineering or architecture - an AA can be acceptable with sufficient project experience.

• CCM, CACM, DBIA, Assoc DBIA, PMP or LCI certification.

Additional Information

On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's 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.

Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com/ and https://www.heery.com/

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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