Senior Project Manager

Company Description

Who is Turner & Townsend?

All over the world people are using buildings, infrastructure, and assets we helped to deliver. It could be the hospital they work in, the railway they travel on every day, the fuel that powers their car or the data centre they depend on at work. For more than 75 years we’ve been helping to deliver transformational programmes across the real estate, infrastructure and natural resources sectors, making a difference to people’s lives and ensuring a return on investment for our clients and their investors.

Our purpose:

Transforming performance for a green, inclusive, and productive world.

The world is changing and we have a responsibility to support that change, helping drive it and be part of it. Through the commitment, capability and care our team brings, we build trust between clients, suppliers, governments and society. Delivering better outcomes that have a positive impact on the world around us. We work smarter to face the challenges of the future; bringing the clarity that helps teams realise their full potential across the real estate, infrastructure and natural resources sectors. It’s how we’ve made the difference for more than 75 years.

Our values:

Love a challenge: We love a challenge and we work hard to make change happen and see things through. We don’t stand still, challenging ourselves and others to do better every day. And we are trusted to do the right thing, raising standards all the time.

Stronger together: We’re stronger together by connecting people in diverse teams, so that we can all collaborate to deliver our best work. We focus on what matters and use our influence to build a better world for everyone.

Bring out the best in everyone: We bring out the best in everyone. We help each other to make the most of our potential, always learning from our experience. We treat each other with care and respect and make time to give everyone a voice

Job Description

About the Role:

As a Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for providing consulting services to a dedicated Life Sciences client based in Dusseldorf to to support a large multi-year construction project. In collaboration with client’s project executive, you will focus on moving the project forward to meet agreed upon schedule and budget.

This is not a remote role and does require onsite presence at client campus 3 – 5 days per week.

This job is part of the Project Management function. They are responsible for the management of projects from initiation through completion.

What You’ll Do:

• Manage the core project team and external vendors to develop programming, design, and construction documents. Participate in contractor tendering process and manage the project throughout the entire project life cycle.
• Interact directly with the client's project executive and stakeholders to manage all elements of the project, including the scope of work, project delivery resource requirements, cost estimates & budget, work plan schedule & milestones, quality control, and risk identification.
• Partner with client’s procurement team to define the project delivery resources from pre-qualified lists or through the project qualification process. Conduct a standard request for proposals, complete bid evaluations, and recommend resources to clients.
• Implement project documentation governance that is aligned with company and client requirements.
• Ensure project data integrity and documentation are accurate, timely, and coordinated.
• Demonstrate ability to identify project threats and develop risk mitigation and contingency plans. Implement action plans to reduce or eliminate project risks.
• Apply in-depth knowledge of standard principles and techniques/procedures to accomplish complex project and provide innovative solutions.
• Manage customer interactions, contractor relationships, and communications to ensure stakeholder alignment and satisfaction.
• Lead all aspects of project, ensuring delivery in accordance with organizational benchmarks.
• Supervise or support other project team members, stepping into the role of Project Executive when required to ensure consistency and excellence in project delivery
• Drive the application of standard processes and continuous improvement in project management processes.
• Demonstrate proactive leadership by managing project teams, ensuring adherence to safety protocols, and fostering collaboration among regional partners.
• Act as the primary point of contact for project, ensuring seamless integration of technical, financial, and operational aspects.
• This role demands a strategic yet hands-on leader with strong risk management skills, excellent partner communication, and a focus on delivering projects safely, efficiently, and sustainably.

What You’ll Need:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Germany without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

• 8-10 years of relevant experience in Engineering, Construction, Project Management, or Manufacturing, with a focus on operational excellence and team leadership
• Demonstrated experience in leading projects or programs within a regulated manufacturing environment, including planning, execution, and compliance
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes in FDA-regulated environments, including design, commissioning, startup, and operational phases.
• Proven track record to lead cross-functional teams, coordinate efforts across different departments, and ensure project delivery on time and within budget.
• Experience with financial management related to project or operational budgets, resource planning, and forecasting.
• Experience with financial management related to project or operational budgets, resource planning, and forecasting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Microsoft Project and PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Germany.

Preferred

• Working knowledge of ISO 7 and ISO8
• Practical knowledge of C&Q and validation process in regulated environments
• Previous experience with manufacturing brownfield projects
• Familiar with Front-End Loading Best Practices.
• LEED AP certification.

Additional Information

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.

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Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects:

It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time.

Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review.