Traveling Assistant Project Manager - Retail Construction

From the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational projects covering the full spectrum of consultancy, project delivery and post-project operations. 

With offices located globally, you're never far away from our services. With over 22,000 specialists in more than 60 countries, we blend local knowledge with global insight to tackle challenges of any scale.  

Our team is dynamic, innovative, and client-focused, supported by an inclusive and fun company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity, and the quality we deliver. As a result, our people enjoy working on some of the most exciting projects in the world. 

Turner & Townsend is currently seeking driven, focused and qualified Assistant Project Managers to support the delivery of projects to our Automotive Retail clients. The position is a primarily field-based role that is dedicated to delivering multiple projects within each region located across the USA. 

 In more detail, this role is remote with regional travel, must be located near a major airport.

• Manage the implementation of client’s Visual Identity standards, in line with client requirements
• Manage client teams, including architects, engineers and supply chain to deliver brand-compliant projects
• Analyze, track and effectively manage critical milestone activities to avoid schedule slip
• Verify that effective project governance, processes and systems are utilized
• Ensure application of best practice on all projects
• Production of formal project status reports and other reports as required
• Monitor the progress of multiple construction projects simultaneously to ensure that the approved design standards are being applied correctly
• Manage the interface between all suppliers through monthly trackers and weekly reviews
• Manage the flow of project information between the project team through regular meetings and written communications
• Forecast and update key project milestones
• Manage and monitor local design teams in accordance with client and commission criteria
• Provide technical support to owners, architects, general contractors and regional stakeholders
• Rapid response to RFIs
• Independent review of status reports, drawing submittals, and schedules provided from architects, contractors and suppliers
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable. 

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, architecture, engineering or field related to construction.  
• 4 years experience at General Contractor or Architectural firm ideal.
• A minimum of 3 years of applicable experience. 
• Proactive, organized, and thorough with a strong work ethic.  
• Work as an effective and collaborative team member in delivering the project.  
• Exposure to project management software systems.  
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and Google tools. 
• Strong communication skills.   
• Ability to travel up to approximately 70%

*On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs* 

*Qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with LA County ordinance and CA law.   

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

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