Project Director - Planning & Scheduling

Company Overview

Turner & Townsend is a prominent global professional services firm employing over 22,000 personnel across more than 60 countries. The company specializes in real estate, infrastructure, energy, and natural resources sectors, striving to create impactful projects that enhance people's lives through partnership and innovation.

Services include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero initiatives, and digital solutions. Majority ownership lies with CBRE Group, Inc., granting a robust partnership to provide premier project controls globally.

Role Summary

We are recruiting a seasoned Project Director focused on Planning & Scheduling to join our Infrastructure team. This role involves leading multiple high-profile Infrastructure and Defence projects, primarily in the Midlands and Central South areas, with some travel across the UK. This opportunity offers collaboration with an award-winning Planning & Scheduling team and an extensive Controls and Performance network.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex, high-value projects with direct client engagement, while nurturing and developing team members and expanding presence in local markets.
• Enhance and optimize Planning and Scheduling processes to improve efficiency and client benefits.
• Cultivate interdisciplinary partnerships to maximize client outcomes.
• Drive the growth and success of the Planning and Scheduling team through business development, resource management, and strategic planning.
• Oversee project scope, capability delivery, and ensuring high client satisfaction.
• Engage in senior line management duties including career development for the Planning and Scheduling teams.
• Promote growth of project controls capability by recruiting, training, and leveraging industry experience.
• Implement and integrate improvements in Planning and Scheduling methodologies.
• Participate in national and regional Communities of Practice and initiatives aimed at achieving strategic objectives.
• Deliver expert analysis and insights to stakeholders and senior management to facilitate sound decision-making.
• Provide coaching and training to clients and junior leadership on Planning and Scheduling best practices.
• Support national and regional campaigns targeting organizational growth, outreach, and continuous improvement.

Desired Skills and Behaviors

• Proactive in driving change by anticipating business needs and shaping future strategies.
• Strategic thinker with a focus on improving offerings, managing performance, and ensuring accountability across all levels.
• Exemplifies collaboration and fosters a culture of partnership within the company, clients, and external communities.
• Strong leadership and influence skills, guiding teams and clients aligned with company values and objectives.
• Ability to identify future capability needs and align talent resourcing accordingly while promoting continuous learning.
• Committed to fostering an inclusive and caring culture, addressing unacceptable behaviors and balancing business goals with employee well-being and safety.

Qualifications and Requirements

• In-depth expertise with various Planning and Scheduling tools and techniques is essential.
• Demonstrated experience working alongside other Project Controls disciplines is mandatory.
• Proven track record directing Planning and Scheduling on complex projects or programmes.
• Leadership experience overseeing large teams is required.
• Capability to function effectively in both delivery and transformation projects.
• Working knowledge of NEC contracts is necessary.
• Due to Defence-specific responsibilities, candidates must be sole UK Nationals, with or able to acquire Security Clearance (SC).

Additional Information

• Turner & Townsend values diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from all sectors of the community.
• Applicants should note SOX control responsibilities may apply and must be adhered to when relevant.
• The recruitment process is free of charge; candidates will not be asked for any fees at any point.