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.Who are you? You are an exceptional Senior Project Manager with a minimum of 10 years post‑graduate experience, demonstrating a strong track record of leading complex construction projects and progressively taking on senior responsibility. You are either operating in a similar senior role or are ready for the next level within a comparable professional services or consultancy environment. You bring maturity, sound judgement, and confidence to complex project environments. You are comfortable leading multidisciplinary teams, managing demanding stakeholders, and taking full ownership of project outcomes. You are recognized for your professionalism, clarity of communication, and ability to consistently deliver results in dynamic and high‑profile settings.Job DescriptionLead projects through all phases of the lifecycle, including feasibility, design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout.Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, risk registers, and governance frameworks.Set up and lead project meetings, drive actions to closure, and ensure alignment across all stakeholders.Coordinate and manage client stakeholders, consultants, contractors, and client‑direct vendors.Ensure compliance with client documentation standards, reporting requirements, and internal project controls.Manage procurement activities, including consultant and contractor appointments, tender evaluation, recommendations, and contract administration.Administer contracts, Master Service Agreements, change management, and variation control.Proactively identify risks and issues and implement mitigation strategies to protect project outcomes.Undertake regular site visits and oversee construction activities when required.Review and approve project deliverables from consultants and contractors.Manage payment applications and financial controls in coordination with the consultant team.Lead punch‑list activities, commissioning support, and project close‑out documentation.Facilitate lessons‑learned sessions and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.Support proposal development, pursuits, and business planning activities as required.QualificationsMinimum 4–7 years of progressive experience managing and leading construction projects, currently operating as a Senior Project Manager or a high‑performing Project Manager seeking the next stage in their professional growth.Minimum 10 years total post‑graduate experience with demonstrated progression and increased responsibility.Experience across a broad range of sectors (real estate, data centres, defence, healthcare, and education) is considered a strong asset.Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related discipline.Master’s degree is considered a strong asset.PMP certification is required.Proficient in MS Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and project scheduling tools such as MS Project and/or P6.Personal AttributesPassionate about excellence in project delivery and continuous improvement.A people‑focused individual who builds trust, motivates teams, and collaborates effectively.Highly professional, dependable, and presentable in all client‑facing environments.Strong communicator with the confidence to lead discussions and manage expectations.Organized, detail‑oriented, and commercially aware.Comfortable working independently while contributing positively to a high‑performing team environment.What's in it for you?100 % covered health and dental benefits for you and your dependents (including paramedical services).Health spending account, to top up expenses not covered in the benefits program.RRSP option with company matching.Annual learning and development budget.Access to a range of online learning tools, and support for career development and growth.Coverage of one professional membership or licence fee per year, if directly related to your role.We believe in work‑life balance, so you can recharge and take care of what matters most with vacation, flex, and sick days.A flexible, hybrid work approach that allows colleagues to find balance between their professional and personal lives.Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging.Additional Information We are an Equal opportunity employer who will ensure accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities upon request. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.#J-18808-Ljbffr
Senior Project Manager - Real Estate
TURNER & TOWNSEND
calgary, calgary
Published 20 days ago
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