Construction Project Manager - Public Sector- Anticipated

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day project activities throughout all phases, from early planning and design through construction and close-out.
• Act as a key point of contact between Turner & Townsend, the client, design teams, consultants, and contractors.
• Support the management of project scope, budgets, schedules, procurement processes, and risk tracking.
• Create and maintain updated project documentation, schedules, and work plans that reflect client priorities and compliance requirements.
• Lead and document routine meetings with project stakeholders, ensuring items are clearly communicated and addressed promptly.
• Track progress against project goals and recommend actions to correct deviations.
• Administer change management procedures and maintain organized project records.
• Prepare project updates, financial summaries, and status reports for client review.
• Help ensure project adherence to quality benchmarks, safety standards, and environmental regulations.
• Cookordination with local agencies, utilities, and permitting entities to maintain compliance with municipal requirements.
• Support procurement tasks such as drafting RFPs, evaluating bids, and assisting with contract discussions.
• Provide guidance to junior team members and assist in strengthening project delivery practices within the team.
• Conduct risk evaluations and propose strategies appropriate for public-sector construction environments.
• Contribute to sustainability, resilience, and long-term asset performance considerations during planning and execution.
• Track project metrics and report on KPIs tied to performance and client satisfaction.
• Recommend improvements to project management processes, templates, and tools.
• Adhere to SOX controls and compliance requirements where applicable.

Qualifications

• Ability to work full-time onsite at the client’s Clearwater, FL facility.
• 5+ years of project management experience within public works, municipal construction, infrastructure, or related fields.
• Proven experience overseeing multidisciplinary design and construction efforts, including civic facilities, parks, infrastructure upgrades, and new ground-up builds.
• Familiarity with capital improvement planning and renovation projects, including specialized systems such as fire suppression.
• Strong advisory skills during the early project definition and planning stages.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office, MS Project, and project management platforms; understanding of contracts and construction documentation.
• Ability to interpret drawings, technical specifications, and prepare procurement documents such as RFPs.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related discipline.
• Professional certifications such as PMP or CCM are preferred.
• Demonstrated capability to manage multiple priorities with limited supervision.
• Experience working in fast-moving, collaborative project environments with demanding client needs.
• Infrastructure delivery experience is an advantage.