Senior Project Manager - Healthcare Construction

Turner & Townsend is a leading independent professional services company. From the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help to deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational programs covering the full spectrum of consultancy, project delivery and post-project operations.

With 133 offices in 49 countries, we make a difference to projects across the real estate, infrastructure and natural resources sectors worldwide. We draw on our extensive global and industry experience to manage risk while maximizing value and performance during the construction and operation of our clients’ assets.

Who are you?

You are an experienced Senior Project Manager with 10 years’ experience, seeking your next step or are currently working in a similar role within a comparable environment. You’re motivated to join a growing and dynamic team.

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, driven, and capable of working both independently and as part of a team. In this impactful role, you will be providing leadership and direction, actively embedding and promoting the purpose, values, and vision of Turner & Townsend.

As a Senior Project Manager, you will:

1. Manage healthcare or hospital facility construction projects through all phases, from planning and design to construction and closeout.
2. Oversee individual tasks throughout the design and construction process, including the submittal and RFI processes, while addressing the unique needs of healthcare facilities.
3. Coordinate with design and construction teams to ensure compliance with healthcare-specific building codes, safety regulations, and operational requirements.
4. Facilitate project meetings, document minutes and action items, and ensure timely resolution of key issues.
5. Administer project closeout specifications, ensuring all healthcare-specific commissioning and turnover documentation is completed and delivered.
6. Manage submittal approvals, RFI processing, change orders, and punch-list closeout tasks specific to healthcare projects.
7. Collaborate closely with internal teams, contractors, and healthcare stakeholders, including administrators, facility managers, and clinical staff.
8. Participate in commissioning activities to ensure the operational readiness of healthcare facilities.
9. Build and maintain strong client relationships within the healthcare sector.

Client Relationship Management

1. Foster strong partnerships with healthcare clients, understanding their specific goals and operational challenges.
2. Balance the needs of diverse stakeholders, including hospital administrators, contractors, and facility operators.
3. Contribute to securing new healthcare-related business opportunities.

Teamwork

1. Lead project teams, ensuring effective collaboration across multidisciplinary groups.
2. Provide guidance, coaching, and support to team members, leveraging your expertise in healthcare facility construction.
3. Motivate and inspire the team with a clear project vision and goals tailored to the healthcare environment.

Qualifications

1. PMP certification and P.Eng designation (or equivalent).
2. A minimum of 10 years of experience in construction project management, including substantial experience in healthcare or hospital facility projects.
3. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field.
4. Strong knowledge of healthcare facility construction standards, including infection control protocols, patient safety requirements, and operational readiness practices.
5. Proven experience managing real property construction projects, ideally within the Ottawa market.
6. Proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project or P6.
7. Strong analytical and technological skills, with familiarity with web-based data platforms.
8. Bilingualism in French and English is an asset.
9. The ability to quickly obtain security clearance.

Additional Information

What's in it for you...

1. 100% covered health and dental benefits for you and your dependents (including paramedical services).
2. Health spending account, to top up expenses not covered in the benefits program.
3. RRSP option with company matching.
4. Annual learning and development budget.
5. Access to a range of online learning tools, and support for career development and growth.
6. Cost coverage of up to two memberships and license fees per year (if directly related to your role).
7. We believe in work-life balance, so you can recharge and take care of what matters most with vacation, flex and sick days.
8. A flexible, hybrid work approach that allows colleagues to find balance between their professional and personal lives.
9. Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging.

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.

We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

At Turner & Townsend, we wholeheartedly adopt diversity. This dedication extends to our team, clients, and communities. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from individuals regardless of their race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or any other legally protected grounds. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Turner & Townsend is dedicated to encouraging a safe, healthy, and accessible environment. We are an equal opportunity employer who will ensure accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities upon request.