Director, Construction Technologies

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries. Working with clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Our capabilities include program, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions. We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm.

About the role

The Director of Construction Technologies is a strategic leader responsible for overseeing the delivery, implementation, integration, and optimization of construction technology solutions for large, complex capital projects. This role leads a team of technology consultants, implementation specialists, developers, and trainers who support project owners, contractors, and construction management firms throughout the project lifecycle. As a platform-agnostic technology leader, the Director serves as a trusted advisor to clients, helping them evaluate, deploy, configure, customize, and maximize the value of industry-leading construction software solutions.

Responsibilities

• Leadership & Strategy
  • Lead and manage a high-performing team of technology professionals, implementation specialists, developers, and trainers.
  • Establish strategic vision, growth plans, and service offerings for the Digital group.
  • Develop and execute business plans aligned with organizational objectives and market opportunities.
  • Mentor team members and foster a culture of innovation, client service, and continuous improvement.
  • Build and maintain relationships with executive stakeholders, technology vendors, construction owners, and contractor leadership teams.
• Client Engagement & Consulting
  • Serve as executive sponsor and trusted advisor on large, complex construction and capital project engagements.
  • Assess client business processes and technology requirements to develop comprehensive digital construction strategies.
  • Guide clients through software selection, implementation planning, and organizational change management initiatives.
  • Lead executive-level presentations, workshops, and technology roadmap discussions.
  • Ensure successful project delivery while meeting client expectations, schedules, and financial objectives.
• Technology Implementation & Integration
  • Oversee the deployment, configuration, administration, and optimization of construction technology platforms.
  • Lead teams responsible for system setup, workflow configuration, customization, data migration, and integration activities.
  • Ensure successful implementation of project controls, document management, field management, BIM, quality, safety, scheduling, and collaboration solutions.
  • Develop standards, methodologies, and best practices for technology deployment across client engagements.
  • Collaborate with development teams to create custom applications, dashboards, automation tools, and reporting solutions.
• Training & Adoption
  • Establish comprehensive user adoption and training programs to maximize client success.
  • Oversee development of role-based training materials, implementation guides, and operational procedures.
  • Lead change management initiatives that improve technology adoption and business process transformation.
  • Monitor adoption metrics and continuously refine training strategies based on client needs.
• Business Development
  • Support business development efforts by participating in client presentations, proposal development, and solution planning.
  • Identify opportunities to expand services within existing clients and pursue new market opportunities.
  • Maintain strong relationships with software vendors and technology partners.
  • Monitor industry trends and emerging technologies to enhance service offerings and competitive differentiation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Information Technology, Architecture, Business, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience leading construction technology, project controls, digital transformation, or technology consulting teams.
• 5+ years of leadership experience managing high-performing consulting, implementation, or technology delivery teams.
• Experience supporting large-scale construction, infrastructure, industrial, energy, transportation, healthcare, or commercial projects.
• Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent complex client engagements.
• Strong understanding of construction project delivery methods, project controls, and construction workflows.
• Demonstrated experience leading software implementations, systems integrations, and enterprise technology deployments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related discipline.
• Professional certifications related to construction technology, project management, BIM, or software platforms.
• Experience with software development, automation, APIs, data analytics, and enterprise integrations.
• Knowledge of cloud-based technology solutions and digital transformation methodologies.

Skills

• Executive Leadership
• Strategic Planning
• Technology Consulting
• Construction Operations
• Digital Transformation
• Client Relationship Management
• Team Development
• Change Management
• Project Delivery
• Process Improvement
• Business Development
• Systems Integration
• Training and User Adoption
• Data Analytics and Reporting
• Vendor Management

Preferred Technology Experience

• Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC), Procore, Oracle Primavera P6, Oracle Aconex, Oracle Unifier, InEight, CMiC, Bluebeam, BIM 360, Bentley ProjectWise, e-Builder, PlanGrid, Kahua, Revizto, Microsoft Power Platform, Tableau, Power BI, GIS and reality capture technologies.
• Platform-Agnostic Expertise: Demonstrated ability to evaluate, implement, and support a broad range of construction technology solutions without preference for a specific vendor platform, ensuring clients receive the most effective solution for their unique operational requirements.

Success Measures

• Successful implementation and adoption of construction technology solutions across client organizations.
• High client satisfaction and retention rates.
• Growth of construction technology consulting services and revenue.
• Development and retention of top-performing technical talent.
• Delivery of projects within scope, schedule, and budget.
• Increased client efficiency, collaboration, data quality, and project performance through effective technology utilization.

Ideal Candidate Profile

An accomplished construction technology leader with more than ten years of experience leading multidisciplinary teams that deploy, configure, integrate, customize, and support construction software solutions. This individual combines deep construction industry knowledge with strong consulting, leadership, and technical expertise to help clients successfully leverage technology on their most complex and high-profile projects.