Program Controls Manager - Commercial Real Estate Construction

Turner & Townsend

  • New York City, NY
  • $140,000-200,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 days ago
Company DescriptionFrom the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational projects covering the full spectrum of consultancy, project delivery and post-project operations.With offices located globally, you're never far away from our services. With over 22,000 specialists in , we blend local knowledge with global to tackle challenges of any scale.Our team is dynamic, innovative and client-focused, supported by an inclusive and fun company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity and the quality we deliver. As a result, our people enjoy working on some of the most exciting projects in the world.Job DescriptionTurner & Townsend is engaged to support our clients with many complex projects, responsible for all aspects of program, project, and cost management. We are currently seeking Program Controls Managers for Senior and Associate Director level positions, to support a national commercial client and help drive a construction delivery for a major program.In this role, you will act as the day-to-day interface with our commercial real estate client and be responsible for projects of multiple sizes and scales, driving them from inception through turnover. You have a chance to be a key player in our future, as part of a team of innovative professionals shaping our environment.Responsibilities
  • Advanced knowledge in project management and project controls best practices and applications.
  • Direct process improvement to improve internal and client facing systems and processes, establishing new cost and project control tools, reporting and risk documents, and cost management templates and products.
  • Develop and oversee program reporting to key stakeholders and program governance, including scheduling, planning metrics and KPIs to assure team performance against the Project baseline metrics.
  • Develop program improvement initiatives and asks.
  • Own & deliver training programs to key stakeholder groups
  • Assist in the development and management of the project's strategic plans and program initiatives to meet the goals and needs of the Owner.
  • To act as the key, day to day project team interface, ensuring that client objectives are met and these projects are delivered within time and cost targets and to the appropriate quality standards
  • Participate in value engineering sessions as necessary to reduce cost.
  • Review the Project Master Schedule sequencing, interface milestones and critical path elements (developed by others).
  • Develop and recommend the program budget, cash flow and financial plan.
  • Oversee and lead the risk management process for the project. Meet with clients, city officials, architects, engineers, contractors and consultants to present the project status and anticipate issues.
  • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of project controls, project management, construction documentation and sequencing.
  • Manage and coordinate all aspects of the program, including the budget, schedule, operational needs, procedures, client standards, QA/QC program requirements, as well as individual roles and responsibilities.
  • Attend owner, architect and contractor meetings, taking the meeting notes and managing the follow-up action items.
  • Consider the development of an end-to-end process that captures the project controls information from intake through to closeout. Including incorporating a feedback loop for intake/cost/scheduling closeout information.
  • SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
Qualifications
  • BS Degree in Engineering or Business or related field; or demonstrated equivalent and related experience.
  • Candidate should be skilled in portfolio, program and project management and have a minimum of 7 years of experience in the Construction industry. Relevant project controls with portfolio controls experience is preferred.
  • Experience working in a project controls leadership position for a portfolio of construction projects is essential.
  • Understanding of best practice relating to the delivery of a major construction program is preferred.
  • Excellent collaboration and communication skills are required.
  • Familiarity with portfolio and program management industry best practice.
Required Skills
  • Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking and analytical skills.
  • Previous client management and supervisory skills.
  • Proven track record in delivering high-quality programs.
  • Able to display exceptionally strong personable, verbal and written communication skills.
  • Able to develop and maintain long-term relationships with all members of the team.
  • Ability to present to senior management to gain approvals.
  • Passionate about solving complex challenges within aggressive timelines.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and other relevant software platforms.
  • Proficient in Excel and PowerBI; the ability to create, evaluate and troubleshoot dashboards and complex KPI reporting
  • Ability to commute or travel if required.
Additional InformationThe salary range for this full-time role is $140K-$200K per year. Ranges are determined by role and level and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range is a reflection of base salary only, not of a total compensation package. Please note Turner & Townsend reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on candidate's experience and qualifications.*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.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.

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