Senior Director (Public Sector)

 Turner & Townsend Heery is seeking a Senior Director with knowledge of design, construction, and operations; understanding of owner representation and requirements; knowledge of scheduling, cost control and project control techniques; must have excellent written, verbal, and analytic skills; understands the dynamic and enjoys working in collaborative team project environments. The purpose of this position is to monitor design and construction projects for clients, with direct accountability for project delivery. This role will oversee and manage the operations of the Atlanta office, representing Turner & Townsend Heery and ensuring its successful performance.The ideal candidate will possess strong financial acumen, with previous experience in P&L (Profit and Loss) management and a general understanding of fee schedules, profitability, and financial performance metrics.The ideal candidate must demonstrate substantial experience in business development, client strategy, and client relations, showcasing a proven track record of successfully building and maintaining strong client relationships, developing strategic plans, and driving business growth.The ideal candidate will have significant experience working for public or governmental entities delivering capital improvement programs and projects. Experience with K-12 school districts, higher education, or state, county and local municipality projects is preferred. This individual should be a self-starter, and able to take initiative and drive activities with limited oversight, while having extensive experience leading large teams.We are seeking a candidate that has experience of leading work streams and has the desire to support the growth of our business with our fast-paced environment. This role will be expected to support executive leadership and take the lead role when delivering scope with some of our major clients.Furthermore, the Senior Director must be experienced in the coordination of predesign, design, procurement, preconstruction, construction, and close-out activities of a Project and Program, and previously held executive point of contact positions between the Client, the Architect, the Contractor, and other Consultants. This position establishes positive client relationships and is responsible for ensuring all aspects of services are delivered at the highest level to ensure the Client’s needs are addressed. The Senior Director is responsible for total management of Turner & Townsend Heery programs, including the complete financial management of projects and the achievement of a profitable outcome. The successful applicant will have a proven track record dealing with new, ground-up construction, as well as additions and interior renovations.Responsibilities:Lead the day-to-day operational management duties, as part of the leadership team you will be required to support the achievement of our strategic goals.Be responsible for the financial performance of the team, including budget management, cost control, and financial reporting: Develop and manage budgets effectively; Understand financial reports and metrics to make sound business decisions; Monitor and control costs to maximize profitability.Identify and attract top talent. Effectively onboard new hires to ensure smooth integration. Evaluate and manage employee performance, provide constructive feedback, and support professional growth.Act as or support the commission leads on our programs including managing client relations and commercial contractual arrangements.Support the development of program processes and systems that enable efficient data collection, management, and benchmarking.Lead and motivate others to deliver excellent client service, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.Identify and pursue new business opportunities with potential and existing clients.Develop and implement strategies to expand client base and enhance market presence.Understand, identify, and develop cross-divisional ideas into value opportunities thatdrive business growth.Lead and coordinate bid writing activities, ensuring compelling and competitive proposals.Establish and maintain strong client relationships, understanding their needs, and delivering tailored solutions.Extensive understanding of project and program management principles, methods, and techniques. Ensure all services are delivered at the highest level to address client needs. As per the role requirement, manage the project activities and resources to ensure projects and programs are proceeding according to scope, schedule, budget, and quality standards.Manage project and program issues and risks to mitigate impact to baseline.Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations to various audiences.Provide leadership for project team by communicating objectives and motivating team members to meet project goals, adhering to their responsibilities.Work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment demonstrating teamwork, innovation, and excellence.Position has frequent interaction with the Owner/Client, consultants, design professionals, and contractors.Complete any other job-related duties as assigned.SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.