Programme Manager

at  Turner Townsend

Company Description
Turner & Townsend is a leading independent professional services company specializing in programme management, project management, cost management and consulting across the property, infrastructure and natural resources sectors. With 108 offices in 45 countries, we draw on our extensive global and industry experience to manage risk while maximizing value and performance during the construction and operation of our clients’ assets. We are an Equal opportunity employer who will ensure accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities upon request.
Turner & Townsend is a quality driven, international construction and management consultancy recognised for the value and innovation we bring to every commission we undertake. We are looking for a Project Manager in Johannesburg who is self-motivated and driven by the goal of establishing Turner & Townsend as the #1 Consultancy. Reporting to the head of the business unit the individual will be responsible for delivering projects, securing new and maintaining existing clients and promoting the values of Turner & Townsend.
Our people are the key to our success and are our most important asset. As Project Manager you will join our Johannesburg Infrastructure team to provide services that help our clients devise strategies to deliver successful business solutions prior to sanction, achieve confidence around project delivery, ensure projects are effectively managed & controlled and facilitate the capture and transfer of knowledge
Job Description

Having a solid track record in managing projects, over the entire lifecycle, the main purpose of this role will be to:

• Lead complex projects and programmes with responsibility for ensuring that the programme relevant governance arrangements and programme management processes / procedures are implemented and complied with by all parties.
• Promote and encourage best practice, fit for purpose and innovative contributions to the delivery of a high quality programme management service
• Ensure that Turner & Townsend’s governance, risk and financial management procedures are complied with at all times.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree in relevant field (NQF 7 or above) or equivalent qualification
• 8+ years’ experience in the programme / project management space
• Must preferably be registered with a professional body as Professional Project / Programme Manager
• Industry knowledge and exposure
  Additional Information

Having a solid track record in managing projects, over the entire lifecycle, the main purpose of this role will be to:

• Lead complex projects and programmes with responsibility for ensuring that the programme relevant governance arrangements and programme management processes / procedures are implemented and complied with by all parties.
• Promote and encourage best practice, fit for purpose and innovative contributions to the delivery of a high quality programme management service
• Ensure that Turner & Townsend’s governance, risk and financial management procedures are complied with at all times

Programme management responsibilities include:

• Provide strategic advice at the programme identification / definition stages, including advising on development of the Programme Brief in relation to the Sub-programme / Workstream for which he / she is responsible and the different approaches that might be adopted in order to realise the desired benefits / outcomes and / or achieve the Client’s strategic objectives.
• Advising at a strategic level at the programme / project conception stage, including providing advice on the different approaches that can be adopted in order to successfully achieve the client’s overall objectives.
• Integrate the phasing, sequencing, risk and interdependency management between projects and sub-programmes, managing logistical arrangements to successfully deliver the overall programme benefits.
• Determine the procurement strategy for the programme, and identify and confirm the availability of all resources needed to deliver the sub-programme in accordance with the Clients requirements.
• Lead and direct the project managers responsible for delivery of the programme / projects included within the sub-programme, liaising as appropriate with the programme office, specialists and where applicable, Clients staff.
• Leading the establishment of the overall success criteria for the project, including time, cost, technical and performance parameters
• Planning for and the ongoing management of quality, safety, health and environment issues.
• Establishing effective project governance, processes and systems to be utilised throughout project.
• Programme / Project planning, including ensuring the production of the detailed project plan.
• Advising upon the procurement of resources
• Leading and facilitating the overall cross-functional programme / project team.
• Monitoring and applying performance management techniques, including the use of KPIs to improve programme / project performance.
• Managing the change control process.
• Monitoring and advising upon project finances.
• Managing the flow of programme / project information between the team and the client, through regular meetings and written communications.
• Ensuring the production of formal project progress and other reports.
• Taking a leading role in interfacing with the client and other consultants, at all project stages