Project Manager – Life Science

Overview

In this role you will lead project management for Life Sciences real estate, delivering high-quality outcomes for a market-leading client base. You will manage resources, risks, budgets, and stakeholder engagement on large public health and life sciences programs. You’ll work within Turner & Townsend’s entrepreneurial culture to drive delivery on the firm’s ambitious 2025 vision. This is an opportunity to shape major capital projects and influence the lifecycle from planning through delivery.

Pay / Benefits

• Flexible working environment
• Work-life balance
• Inclusive, equal opportunity culture

Responsibilities

• Plan and secure project resources using appropriate tools and techniques
• Lead and manage the project team with clear roles and responsibilities
• Identify and mitigate risks and issues with contingency strategies
• Ensure delivery on time and within budget using established methodologies
• Build and sustain stakeholder relationships with effective communication
• Monitor progress with appropriate metrics and indicators
• Evaluate project benefits using evidence-based methods

Key requirements

• Degree in Project Management or Construction Management (preferable)
• NEC accredited Project Manager (preferable)
• Member of a chartered institute (e.g., RICS) or willing to pursue
• Knowledge of construction themes: MMC, Net Zero Carbon, Digital agenda
• Knowledge of project lifecycle and business case approvals
• Experience in large-scale public health and life sciences projects (5 years)
• Experience in master planning/strategic estate development and capital project planning (desirable)
• Experience with NEC contract administration (desirable)

• Strong communication and stakeholder management
• Leadership and team delegation
• Risk management and problem solving
• Project management methodologies and standards
• Risk and issue management
• Business case development and approvals

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