Location
London

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
At Turner & Townsend, we are passionate about making a difference by delivering better outcomes for our clients and helping our people realise their potential. As a Senior Project Manager within our London Real Estate team, you will lead the delivery of high-quality project management services across the full project lifecycle, from feasibility studies through to handover. This role offers the opportunity to manage live education projects, including small to medium-sized complex commissions and support major new build schemes in London. You will be part of our market-leading Health and Education Division, contributing to ambitious growth plans and shaping the future of education infrastructure.

You will plan and secure resources for education-related projects or programmes, lead and manage project teams with clear delegation, and identify and mitigate risks and issues effectively. Ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget using appropriate project management methodologies will be key. Building and sustaining strong relationships with stakeholders in the education sector and monitoring project progress and outcomes using relevant metrics will also be essential. You will evaluate the impact and benefits of education projects using evidence-based methods to ensure successful delivery aligned with client objectives.

Experience
- Proven experience managing education projects such as schools, universities, or research institutions
- Strong contract administration skills, particularly with NEC contracts
- Commercially astute with the ability to manage budgets and resources effectively
- Knowledge of UK Department for Education guidelines, funding mechanisms, and project management tools

About you
- Passionate about delivering excellent client outcomes and contributing to organisational growth
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate project teams
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement

Qualifications
- Post-graduate level professional qualification in project management (must be internationally recognised)
- Degree in a relevant field is preferable