Company Description

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries.

Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success.

Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions.

We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world.

Please visit our website: www.turnerandtownsend.com

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Digital Technology Project Manager to lead and manage complex, cross-functional projects involving both software development and hardware infrastructure where applicable.

The role demands a dynamic leader who can bridge the gap between technical teams and business stakeholders to deliver high-impact solutions that align with Client's IT programme goals.

The role is varied and requires a candidate with excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, the ability to manage and inspire cross-functional project teams, and a proven ability to navigate the challenges of implementing complex IT systems and solutions.

The role will play an important part in managing risks and challenges associated with large-scale IT projects by identifying potential issues early and are mitigated effectively to safeguard successful outcomes.

The role will involve extensive collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, vendors, and technical teams to allow for the seamless integration of software and hardware components.

The Digital Technology Project Manager will be involved in the entire project lifecycle from initial planning, requirements gathering, implementation, testing, and final delivery to allow for projects to be delivered on time and within scope.

This position requires a deep understanding of IT infrastructure, software development life cycles (SDLC), and hardware lifecycle management.

This is a high-impact role that requires a strategic mindset, the ability to anticipate and mitigate risks, and a passion for driving innovation through technology.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Management

Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and timelines in collaboration with stakeholders.
Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and progress reports to allow for clear alignment and accountability.
Work closely with the Senior IT Programme Manager so all projects adhere to established governance frameworks and methodologies.

Leadership & Team Management

Set clear expectations with Stakeholders, provide regular feedback, and engage project members and leadership to make sure they are motivated and aligned with project objectives.
Foster a collaborative and results-driven environment by encouraging innovation and continuous improvement.

Risk Management & Problem Solving

Identify, assess, and manage project risks, resulting in timely resolution of issues that could impact scope, schedule or budget.
Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans as needed.
Monitor project performance and implement corrective actions to address challenges and provide successful outcomes.

Stakeholder Engagement

Act as the primary liaison between technical teams, business stakeholders, and leadership, so all parties are informed and aligned.
Facilitate regular status updates, meetings, and report on and communicate project progress, risks and recommendations.

Technical Oversight

Collaborate with technical teams to facilitate seamless integration and compatibility between software and hardware systems.
Oversee technical design reviews, implementation plans, and testing activities to facilitate project quality and performance.
Consider and facilitate compliance with Client's IT standards, security policies, and best practices throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

Experience

Grade: Principal Consultant / Senior Specialist / Engineering Grade 1 / Assistant Principal, or 10+ years of experience.
5+ years’ experience of IT Project Management.
Extensive experience leading projects such as system upgrades, cloud migrations, network deployments, and enterprise software rollouts.

Skills

Strong understanding of Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall methodologies.
Project Management certifications (essential). e.g. PMP or PRINCE2.
ITIL certification or knowledge of IT service management processes is a plus.
Exceptional leadership, decision-making, and stakeholder management skills.
Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities, with a strategic mindset.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey complex.
information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Adept at balancing competing priorities and managing multiple projects simultaneously.

Formal Education Qualifications

Level 8 degree (or equivalent) in relevant subject area is preferred.
Level 9 Masters in relevant field would be advantageous (or equivalent masters).
Practicing / Training / Compliance Certification - Professional Memberships

Additional Information

Our people share our Purpose and Values. Turner & Townsend provides a great place to work, where everyone can make change happen and influence a better world.

We champion our people to succeed in both 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. We actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

If this sounds like a challenge you’d like to hear more about, please submit an application for our recruitment team to review.

Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com/

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

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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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Digital Technology Project Manager

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