Turner & Townsend is seeking a Project Director- Utility Infrastructure Manager to support the delivery of large, utility‑intensive infrastructure within major data center construction programs. These multi‑phase developments involve substantial power demand, complex substation and transmission coordination, and extensive site utility work.
Must be willing to travel regularly to project sites and client locations as required.
Responsibilities:
- Strong leadership skills, experience leading a project management team, ensuring they deliver on all accountabilities.
- Lead communications with the client and oversight of project management team services.
- Lead research related to construction market conditions, including analysis of official published data.
- Produce thought leadership reports providing valuable insights to the construction market
- Lead the strategic and operational management of Project Management Services in a variety of sectors, including resource planning and management, financial management, business generation and training and development.
- Set a clear strategy and ambition with the team in line with our Business Plan
- Grow and develop exceptional people, promoting a culture of learning, respect and inclusivity.
- Knowledge management – Ensure that key information and learning generated from each commission is inputted into internal databases and shared.
- Process improvement – Identify and act upon ways to improve internal systems and processes.
- Quality Control – Ensure compliance with quality standards and participation in ISO audits.
- Develop priority plans including risk mitigation through internal tools, make performance measurements via Key Performance Indicators (KPI) and appraisal documents, management controls and critical success factors based on company goals
- Undertake internal BMS audits, and coordinate and represent the office for external audits undertaken by the external certification authority.
- Develop a detailed understanding of the market, acting as a brand ambassador and creating a pipeline of opportunity with existing and new clients
- Identify and act upon cross-selling opportunities.
- Participate in meetings with Senior leadership, Directors and staff and prepare and deliver presentations
- Financial Management – Using internal software, track ongoing revenue, margin levels and monthly fees and resource requirements for each cost ,amahe commission.
- Preparation of proposals/RFP responses for new clients/projects.
- Attend relevant networking events and other promotional opportunities with directors.
- Support the training and mentorship of current staff and promote an upward career trajectory.
- Proactively partner with talent acquisition team to attract the best talent, actively manage resource requirements and proactively plan for future staffing needs.
- Be a role model that drives a one business culture that achieves great outcomes by striking the right balance for our people, clients, stakeholders, and society.
- SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
Program specific requirements:
- Support delivery of high‑voltage substation and transmission‑level infrastructure required for large‑scale data center developments.
- Coordinate closely with utility providers on power delivery schedules, grid connections, and long‑lead equipment.
- Oversee construction interfaces related to high‑capacity electrical systems and transmission upgrades.
- Manage installation of major power systems, modular infrastructure components, and backup generation.
- Coordinate multi‑phase construction activities across large campuses with significant utility, water, and sewer improvements.
- Monitor fast‑track construction activities tied to power delivery, site utilities, and building infrastructure.
- Collaborate with design teams, contractors, and utility partners across all delivery phases.
- Support schedule development, risk identification, reporting, and interface management for utility‑related scopes.
- Ensure compliance with permitting, environmental requirements, and local authority processes.
- Provide on‑site oversight for utility and infrastructure construction activities.
- Drive safety leadership and ensure adherence to all health and safety standards.
- Support resolution of technical challenges and ensure quality across all project stages.