Turner & Townsend Heery is on the lookout for a seasoned and strategic Program Director to spearhead a comprehensive higher education capital improvement initiative. This pivotal role entails supervising all stages of design and construction, leading a multidisciplinary team, and ensuring the successful execution of projects that align with educational objectives, budget constraints, and timelines.Key Responsibilities:Program Leadership & StrategyFormulate and execute the overarching program strategy, goals, and operational plans.Establish and uphold program-wide processes, protocols, and standards.Define and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to gauge program performance.Consult with senior leadership and stakeholders regarding program direction, potential risks, and opportunities.Engage directly with clients to clarify program requirements, prepare scopes of work, define project delivery resource needs, recommend delivery and procurement strategies, and identify risks.Implement governance for project documentation in accordance with company and client standards.Guarantee the accuracy, timeliness, and coordination of project data and documentation.Report on project status and variances, devising action plans to achieve objectives, budget, and schedule.Manage the flow of project information between the team and the client through regular meetings and written updates.Exhibit a thorough understanding of projects and project management in relation to business outcomes (business case, economic implications, business risks, etc.).Team ManagementLead and mentor a team of design managers, project managers, and project controls professionals.Encourage a collaborative and high-performance culture across all teams.Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities for team members.Plan and monitor appropriate staffing levels and labor utilization, including overtime management.Conduct and deliver performance evaluations for staff, mentoring and coaching team members to enhance competencies.Demonstrate leadership by exemplifying behaviors consistent with the company's values.Design & Construction OversightSupervise all phases of design and construction, ensuring alignment with educational requirements and district standards.Coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, and other consultants.Ensure adherence to applicable codes, regulations, and district policies.Monitor each project's progress against objectives, approved budgets, and timelines.Stakeholder EngagementAct as the primary liaison for district leadership.Effectively communicate program progress, challenges, and milestones.Facilitate stakeholder meetings and maintain open lines of communication.
Mar 11, 2026