Director - Project Management

About the role

Turner & Townsend, a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries, is looking for a Director of Project Management in Calgary. The Director leads a high-performing team delivering major real estate programs across Alberta and Western Canada, overseeing all phases of project delivery, advising clients strategically and driving commercial and financial performance.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise, coach and lead project management staff, oversee recruitment, hiring, onboarding and workforce planning, and run performance evaluations and development goals
• Manage project delivery for major real estate clients, including procurement, contracting, planning, execution and closeout, and ensure contracts are accurate, timely and compliant
• Lead project reviews, identify risks early and develop mitigation strategies and contingency plans
• Introduce new delivery methodologies, processes and best practices
• Strengthen client relationships, act as a trusted advisor to senior client stakeholders, negotiate with senior executives and external partners, and represent the company's values and brand
• Own the financial performance of market, program and client accounts, lead financial planning, budgeting and forecasting, and monitor profitability, utilization, margins and commercial risk
• Influence organizational standards, solve complex business challenges and serve as a role model for ethics and integrity

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree preferred with 12-15 years of relevant experience; experience and education in combination may be considered in lieu of a degree
• LEED AP, PMP and/or CCM designations preferred
• Preferred: in-depth knowledge of financial terms and principles, and experience in staffing, selection, training, development, coaching, mentoring and performance appraisal
• Strong leadership skills, organizational skills and inquisitive mindset

Required skills

• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel and Outlook
• Ability to analyze complex business and financial data

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 access to online learning tools
• Coverage of one professional membership or license fee per year, if directly related to the role
• Vacation, flex and sick days, and a flexible hybrid work approach