Project Director Jobs in Los Angeles, CA

At Turner & Townsend we’re passionate about making the difference. That means delivering better outcomes for our clients, helping our people to realise their potential, and doing our part to create a prosperous society.

Every day we help our clients deliver ambitious and highly technical projects in over 118 offices and 47 countries worldwide. Our support to the H/S sector is increasing and our team is growing in both size and capability.

As one of the world's leading providers of Consulting services to the SHQ, Real Estate, Natural Resources, Infrastructure and Defence sectors, Turner and Townsend provide the perfect environment for exceptional candidates to both thrive and develop in an evolving and exciting industry.

Turner & Townsend can provide you with:

• Access to commissions where you will work with both FTSE 250 companies and large public sector institutions.
• Interaction with client stakeholders from operational to executive levels.
• Work and training to provide you with experience and qualifications
• Opportunities to work within key locations in the UK and across the globe.
• Experience working with high calibre colleagues who will support and help you grow within the business.

The purpose of this position is responsibility for project management services to support our national telecommunications strategic objectives. Key project delivery will expansion of services within the Telecom sector.

What you’ll do

Responsible for financial performance of market, program, and client accounts including budgeting, actual results, forecasting and reporting. Responsible for billing (including documentation required for revenue recognition), accounts receivable (AR) collection, expense monitoring and control, staffing (including allocation, if applicable) and full P&L to EBITDA before all allocations.

Interacts regularly with client(s) to ensure that goals and objectives are established and achieved. Anticipates and responds to the client's needs and concerns.

Manages and leads project management staff in the market and ensures detailed staff understanding and implementation of operations, policies, and procedures. Formally supervises individual employees and/or subordinate supervisors. Responsible for identifying tracking performance, mentor, training needs, and motivating direct reports and overall group. Directly or indirectly responsible for hiring, terminating, compensation, and performance evaluation for team and work group.

Guides all phases of project management including procurement/contracting, initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, controlling and closeout phases of the project. Key focus areas include scope, budget, schedule, quality and risk management.

Develops new business growth and maintains existing business relationships. Responsible for business pursuits, integration with other CBRE business lines, and cross-selling our CBRE business in the assigned geographic market, program or client account to achieve strategic business objectives.

Exhibits a complete understanding of company's corporate governance policies and procedures. Responsible for ensuring policies and procedures are adhered to within work group.

Responsible for accurate, timely, and compliant contract procurement, contract negotiation, contract execution, contract administration, and closeout. Contracts included company's agreements, client/vendor agreements, company/vendor and supplier agreements. Monitors adherence to policies and procedures regarding internal governance and controls.

Demonstrates ability to identify sophisticated project risks, lead constructability reviews, develop risk mitigation and contingency plans, and implement action plans to reduce or eliminate project risks for client and company.

Coordinates the preparation of accurate, timely, and complete reports to the client and company.

Participates in civic and business organizations. Conducts and maintains relationships with industry and trade associates, vendors, and professional organizations.

Manages the planning, organization, and controls for a major functional area or department. May be responsible for a mix of direct and matrix reports. Approves subordinate's recommendations for staff recruitment, selection, promotion, advancement, corrective action and termination. Effectively recommends same for direct reports to next level management for review and approval. Monitors appropriate staffing levels and reports on utilization and deployment of human resources. Leads and supports staff in areas of staffing, selection, training, development, coaching, mentoring, measuring, appraising and exciting performance and retention. Leads by example and models behaviors that are consistent with the company's values.

Required experience directly managing work group or leading 3rd party project delivery resources/team (typically larger, more experienced team).

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each crucial duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Bachelor's degree (BA/BS/Bang/BArch) required from College or University.

Minimum of eight years of related progressive experience and/or training.

Prior experience in a supervisory position (direct report responsibilities) preferred if specific duties include direct report responsibilities.

• LEED AP preferred
• PMP preferred (US and/or Canada)
• CCM preferred

Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret the most sophisticated business documents. Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive issues. Ability to write reports, manuals, speeches and articles using distinctive style. Ability to make effective and persuasive presentations on sophisticated topics to employees, clients, top management and/or public groups. Ability to empower and negotiate effectively with key employees, top management, and client groups to take desired action.

Requires in-depth knowledge of financial terms and principles. Reviews sophisticated financial/business analysis and reports prepared by subordinates. Ability to analyze the most sophisticated business/financial data and develop innovative solutions. Develops and implements financial policies and procedures. Approves and leads all aspects of department budget.

Ability to solve sophisticated problems and take care of a variety of options in sophisticated situations. Requires expert level analytical and quantitative skills with proven experience in developing strategic solutions for a growing matrix-based multi-industry sales environment. Draws upon the analysis of others and makes recommendations that have a direct impact on the company.

Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret the sophisticated business documents. Ability to respond effectively to the sensitive issues.

Ability to empower and negotiate effectively with key employees, top management, and client groups to take desired action. Ability to solve sophisticated problems and take care of a variety of options in sophisticated situations.

Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office Suite.

The base salary range for this role is $85,000-$100,000. This range reflects the company's good faith estimate of the base salary for this position at the time of the posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity. In addition to base salary, employees may be eligible for bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package.

At Turner & Townsend, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels empowered to bring their whole selves to work.

We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to apply.

Turner & Townsend is a global construction consultancy specializing in Program management, Cost management, and Advisory services. With a rich heritage spanning over 70 years, we have a proven track record of delivering outstanding results for our clients across various industries, including Infrastructure, Real Estate, Energy, and more. Our team of experts operates in over 100 offices worldwide, offering innovative solutions and driving positive change in the built environment.

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