Associate Director, Data Centres

About the role

Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Associate Director to join its growing Data Centres team, supporting the delivery of complex mission-critical construction projects and programs. The role is posted in Edmonton but welcomes applications from candidates across Canada; it supports projects in Western Canada, including Edmonton, Regina and Winnipeg, and requires openness to travel, rotational schedules or temporary relocation.

Key responsibilities

• Support the growth and delivery of complex data centre and mission-critical construction programs across the region.
• Lead client relationships and support business development, pursuits and strategic growth in the data centre sector.
• Oversee multiple projects and project teams, ensuring delivery against client objectives, commercial targets, schedules and quality.
• Work with senior leadership, project teams, consultants, contractors and client stakeholders throughout project delivery.
• Support project governance, including financial management, forecasting, staffing, reporting and risk management.
• Mentor project management staff through coaching, leadership and professional development.
• Contribute to proposals, presentations, client interviews and market engagement.
• Support strategic planning and resource allocation across concurrent projects and client accounts.
• Adhere to SOX control requirements where applicable.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, project management or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience; advanced degree or PMP certification is an asset.
• 10+ years of experience in construction, mission-critical, data centre or large-scale infrastructure project environments.
• Demonstrated experience leading major construction projects or programs, including multidisciplinary teams, commercial management and stakeholder coordination.
• Experience leading and mentoring project management teams in fast-paced consulting or project delivery settings.

Required skills

• Full understanding of the construction project lifecycle, project governance, financial management, risk management and operational delivery.
• Client relationship management and business development, including pursuits and proposals.
• Leadership, communication, presentation and relationship management skills.

What we offer

• Health and dental coverage for you and your dependents, including paramedical services.
• Health spending account and RRSP option with company matching.
• Annual learning and development budget and online learning tools.
• Coverage of one professional membership or license fee per year.
• Vacation, flex and sick days, with a flexible hybrid work approach.