Senior Director Public Sector

Turner & Townsend Heery is seeking a Senior Director with knowledge of design construction and operations; understanding of owner representation and requirements; knowledge of scheduling cost control and project control techniques; must have excellent written verbal and analytic skills; understands the dynamic and enjoys working in collaborative team project environments. The purpose of this position is to monitor design and construction projects for clients with direct accountability for project delivery. This role will oversee and manage the operations of the Atlanta office representing Turner & Townsend Heery and ensuring its successful performance.

The ideal candidate will possess strong financial acumen with previous experience in P&L (Profit and Loss) management and a general understanding of fee schedules profitability and financial performance metrics.

The ideal candidate must demonstrate substantial experience in business development client strategy and client relations showcasing a proven track record of successfully building and maintaining strong client relationships developing strategic plans and driving business growth.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience working for public or governmental entities delivering capital improvement programs and projects. Experience with K12 school districts higher education or state county and local municipality projects is preferred. This individual should be a selfstarter and able to take initiative and drive activities with limited oversight while having extensive experience leading large teams.

We are seeking a candidate that has experience of leading work streams and has the desire to support the growth of our business with our fastpaced environment. This role will be expected to support executive leadership and take the lead role when delivering scope with some of our major clients.

Furthermore the Senior Director must be experienced in the coordination of predesign design procurement preconstruction construction and closeout activities of a Project and Program and previously held executive point of contact positions between the Client the Architect the Contractor and other Consultants. This position establishes positive client relationships and is responsible for ensuring all aspects of services are delivered at the highest level to ensure the Clients needs are addressed. The Senior Director is responsible for total management of Turner & Townsend Heery programs including the complete financial management of projects and the achievement of a profitable outcome. The successful applicant will have a proven track record dealing with new groundup construction as well as additions and interior renovations.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the daytoday operational management duties as part of the leadership team you will be required to support the achievement of our strategic goals.
• Be responsible for the financial performance of the team including budget management cost control and financial reporting: Develop and manage budgets effectively; Understand financial reports and metrics to make sound business decisions; Monitor and control costs to maximize profitability.
• Identify and attract top talent. Effectively onboard new hires to ensure smooth integration. Evaluate and manage employee performance provide constructive feedback and support professional growth.
• Act as or support the commission leads on our programs including managing client relations and commercial contractual arrangements.
• Support the development of program processes and systems that enable efficient data collection management and benchmarking.
• Lead and motivate others to deliver excellent client service fostering a collaborative and highperformance work environment.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities with potential and existing clients.
• Develop and implement strategies to expand client base and enhance market presence.
• Understand identify and develop crossdivisional ideas into value opportunities that
• drive business growth.
• Lead and coordinate bid writing activities ensuring compelling and competitive proposals.
• Establish and maintain strong client relationships understanding their needs and delivering tailored solutions.
• Extensive understanding of project and program management principles methods and techniques. Ensure all services are delivered at the highest level to address client needs.
• As per the role requirement manage the project activities and resources to ensure projects and programs are proceeding according to scope schedule budget and quality standards.
• Manage project and program issues and risks to mitigate impact to baseline.
• Develop and deliver progress reports proposals requirements documentation and presentations to various audiences.
• Provide leadership for project team by communicating objectives and motivating team members to meet project goals adhering to their responsibilities.
• Work creatively and analytically in a problemsolving environment demonstrating teamwork innovation and excellence.
• Position has frequent interaction with the Owner/Client consultants design professionals and contractors.
• Complete any other jobrelated duties as assigned.
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role which are to be adhered to where applicable. 

Qualifications :

• A college degree in Architecture Construction Management Engineering or a related field required and masters in business or AEC field preferred.
• 15 years of applicable architectural / engineering / construction management experience including tracking and planning of projects.
• Registered architect CCM PMP or other Design or Construction certification is a plus.
• Membership in relevant professional organizations.
• Leadership experience in the conception development and implementation of large programs would be beneficial.
• Demonstrably excellent analytic and communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience in managing the creation and oversight of departmental and organizational budgets ensuring alignment with strategic priorities.
• Attention to detail in service delivery communications and collaboration with others.
• Ability to build strong working relationships with clients and crossfunctional team members.
• Business development experience in the context of identifying opportunities with existing and new clients and a proven track record in business development.
• Commercial awareness including the ability to articulate business decisions within the wider context and market trends.
• Possess the ability to work independently and manage multiple projects/tasks simultaneously and identify priority activities.
• Analyze problems logically and develop effective solutions. Adapt to changing circumstances and find innovative solutions.
• Ability to advise at a strategic level during the project stages including providing advice on the different approaches that can be adopted to successfully achieve the clients overall objectives.
• Experience managing demanding stakeholders and work stream managers.
• Excellent skills with Microsoft Office Suite. Knowledge in MS Project contracts project management software and construction practices.
• Competent user of data management software (for example Excel) and systems for data cleansing management analytics and quality assurance.
• Familiarity with construction best practices general building codes and various building types and systems.
• Knowledge of construction estimation and scheduling.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings specifications and plan documents develop contracts request for proposals or other project related documents.

Additional Information :

*Onsite presence and requirements may change depending on our clients needs 

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