Senior Project Manager - Data Center Construction - job 1 of 2

At Turner & Townsend we’re passionate about making the difference. That means delivering better outcomes for our clients, helping our people to realize their potential, and doing our part to create a prosperous society.

Every day we help our major global clients deliver ambitious and highly technical projects, in over 125 offices worldwide

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Project Manager to join our growing Industrial, Science and Technology business unit in our Amsterdam office. In this role you will support our clients to deliver large, complex (mainly) Data Center projects and programmes. 

The Senior Project Manager will act as the key, day to day client interface, ensuring that client objectives are met and that projects are delivered to time and cost targets and the appropriate quality, sustainability and safety standards. Next to this, the Senior Project Manager will lead lead project management commissions, taking responsibility for end-to-end service delivery, often with respect to large or complex projects.

What you will be doing: 

• Manage safety and quality in accordance with relevant policies/procedures/protocols;
• Represent and maintain the relationship with the client;
• Be (ultimately) responsible for delivery of the project result;
• Set-up the Project Execution Plan together with the project team(s);
• Create a cohesive project team and manage it in a way that makes the most of each team member;
• Depending on the scope of the project, manage the project through its relevant phases (i.e. design, procurement, construction and handover);
• Depending on the scope of our role, manage our Turner & Townsend delivery team (i.e. cost management, document controls etc.);
• Manage and supervise 3rd party and supply-chain progress (i.e. CSA or M&E or OFCI activities); 
• Participating in design reviews where necessary. 
• Monitor the project objectives, report accordingly and intervene if necessary;
• Ensure that the correct strategy is in place to ensure project milestones are achieved;
• Ensure flow of information between all parties to the contract is effective and timely;
• Lead or attend key meetings and be prepared to provide progress reports, collaborate to resolve issues, and communicate impacts to stakeholders;
• Keep the project scope under review including impacts to budget and schedule;
• Identify risks and predict potential delays and action remedies;
• Performing cost analysis where required;
• Generate new business from existing customers, write quotations and participate in tenders.

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience project managing new site development, pre-construction, or construction phases of projects.  
• Successfully delivered large scale, complex, multidisciplinary construction (CAPEX) projects for clients, preferably Data Centers. 
• University degree in Construction, Mechanical, Electrical or Civils or closely related field.
• Must have a “team attitude”, be self-motivated and be willing to support other groups and projects when required.
• Influencing skills as well as strong communication skills allowing you to effectively interact with clients, contractors, management, and colleagues.  
• An ability to manage expectations, influence change, and report/update accurately on progress drawing on you strong planning and organization skills. 
• Strong understanding in areas of MEP and/or CSA disciplines.  
• Client-side or GC background is preferred.
• International work experience or working within an international context is an advantage.

What we offer you

At Turner & Townsend we want our people to succeed in both work and life, we promote a healthy, productive and flexible environment. In addition, you can expect:

• A competitive salary based on the position and your experience;
• 25 vacation days with the option to purchase additional days (based on a 12-month contract);
• Offices in Amsterdam and Eindhoven, conveniently located;
• A NS travel card for public transportation in the Netherlands;
• A laptop and phone: Anything you need for your work;
• Hybrid work possibilities: Working from home, our offices or the client site;
• Monthly team events where you get to know your colleagues better informally (barbecuing, a graffiti workshop, making chocolates, padel/golf/running);
• Career opportunities that are tailored to your ambition;
• Mentoring from
• Working on high-profile projects with international opportunities;
• You will be part of a driven and enthusiastic team that will give you a warm welcome to T&T;
• Room and support for your personal development;
• Possibility to join one of our social networks such as Corporate Responsibility, Equality Diversity and Inclusion or bring a new interest to your colleagues!

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.

Turner & Townsend value greatly and have a focus on Corporate Responsibilities (CR), this includes a day’s leave entitlement to support a local charity or community activity along with the opportunity to participate in several office events that held throughout the year.

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from people from all sectors of the community.

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