Turner & Townsend

Traveling Assistant Project Manager - Retail Construction

DALLAS, TXPosted 22 days ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from Turner & Townsend

  • Job overview

    The Traveling Assistant Project Manager - Retail Construction at Turner & Townsend supports delivery of automotive retail projects across the USA, ensuring brand compliance and project success through field-based management.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The role involves managing client visual identity standards, coordinating teams including architects and engineers, tracking project milestones, ensuring governance and best practices, producing status reports, monitoring multiple construction projects, managing supplier interfaces, and providing technical support with up to 70% travel.

  • Experience and skills

    Requires a bachelor's degree in construction management, architecture, or related field, with at least 3 years relevant experience and ideally 4 years at a general contractor or architectural firm, proficiency in project management software, Microsoft Office, and strong communication skills.

  • Work environment and culture

    Turner & Townsend promotes a dynamic, innovative, client-focused, inclusive, and fun culture with emphasis on work-life balance and diversity.

  • Company information

    Turner & Townsend is a global consultancy with over 22,000 specialists in 60+ countries delivering transformational projects from inception to completion across various sectors.

  • Job location and travel

    Remote with regional travel across the USA, requiring proximity to a major airport and up to 70% travel.

  • Application process

    Candidates should apply through Turner & Townsend's official channels; no fees are required and unsolicited resumes are property of the company.

  • Unique job features

    The position is distinguished by its travel-intensive, multi-project management focus within automotive retail construction, with responsibility for SOX controls and client-specific visual identity standards.

Company overview

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company specializing in program management, project management, cost management, and consulting across the real estate, infrastructure, and natural resources sectors. They generate revenue by providing expert advisory services to help clients manage risk, optimize performance, and achieve strategic objectives. Founded in 1946 in the UK, the company has grown significantly, establishing a strong international presence with offices in over 110 countries. Notable for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, Turner & Townsend has played a pivotal role in delivering high-profile projects worldwide.

How to land this job

  • Tailor your resume to emphasize project management experience in construction, particularly in retail or automotive sectors, showcasing your ability to manage multiple projects and teams simultaneously in a field-based, travel-heavy role.

  • Highlight your proficiency with project management software, Microsoft Excel, Google tools, and your strong communication skills, as these are key to managing client teams and coordinating suppliers effectively.

  • Apply through Turner & Townsend’s official corporate website and LinkedIn to maximize your chances, as these platforms are actively used by the company for recruiting.

  • Connect with current Assistant Project Managers or project delivery team members at Turner & Townsend on LinkedIn; start conversations by referencing recent Turner & Townsend projects or expressing interest in their approach to managing brand-compliant construction standards.

  • Optimize your resume for ATS by including keywords such as 'project management,' 'construction management,' 'client Visual Identity standards,' 'schedule management,' 'supplier coordination,' and 'travel availability,' ensuring alignment with the job description.

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