Senior Program Manager - Construction Management (Anticipated Opening)

Turner & Townsend • Santa Clara, CA • 1d ago

Company Description

From the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help to deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational projects covering the full spectrum of consultancy, project delivery and post-project operations.

With offices located globally, you're never far away from our services. With over 22,000 specialists in more than 60 countries, we blend local knowledge with global insight to tackle challenges of any scale.

Our team is dynamic, innovative and client-focused, supported by an inclusive and fun company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity and the quality we deliver. As a result, our people get to enjoy working on some of the most exciting projects in the world.

Job Description

Turner & Townsend is seeking a Senior Program Manager to join our San Francisco Bay area Project Management team, and oversee complex capital projects across multiple sectors, including commercial real estate, corporate interiors, healthcare facilities, and data centers. This role combines strategic program oversight with hands-on construction management, supporting a key technology client in achieving its financial and operational goals.

Responsibilities :

Lead multiple large-scale projects across real estate, healthcare, and mission-critical environments.

Develop and manage project plans, budgets, schedules, and governance frameworks.

Ensure alignment with client goals and track performance using KPIs and metrics.

Oversee design, construction, and closeout phases across diverse project @types.

Conduct site visits to monitor progress, quality, and safety compliance.

Supervise multidisciplinary teams including architects, engineers, and contractors.

Provide technical guidance on cost control, constructability, and value engineering.

Serve as the main point of contact for clients and internal stakeholders.

Build strong relationships with property managers, healthcare administrators, and technical teams.

Communicate project updates and strategy to senior leadership.

Support readiness assessments and stage gate reviews across programs.

Collaborate with regional program managers and project controls teams.

Lead program-level reporting and governance activities.

Identify and implement process improvements and delivery innovations.

Capture and share lessons learned to enhance future project performance.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or a related technical field; a Master's degree is preferred and may substitute for some experience.

Minimum of 8 years of experience managing capital projects, with a strong track record across sectors such as commercial real estate, healthcare, and data centers.

Extensive experience in project controls, including developing and managing budgets, schedules, forecasts, and performance metrics on large-scale programs.

Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams through all phases of project delivery, from planning and design through construction and closeout.

Proficiency in project management and reporting tools such as Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Tableau, Power BI, or similar platforms.

Strong communication and leadership skills, with experience presenting to senior stakeholders and managing complex stakeholder relationships.

In-depth knowledge of construction documentation, procurement processes, and standard contract forms (e.g., AIA, FIDIC, or similar), with experience in contract negotiation and administration.

Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities in fast-paced environments while maintaining high standards of quality and compliance.

A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with a focus on continuous improvement, innovation, and client satisfaction.

Professional certifications such as PMP, AACE, or equivalent are highly desirable and reflect a commitment to industry best practices.

Additional Information

The salary range for this full-time role is $150K-$180K per year. Ranges are determined by role and level and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range is a reflection of base salary only, not of a total compensation package. ?Please note Turner & Townsend reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on candidate's experience and qualifications.

*On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs.

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.

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 all sectors of the community.

Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com/ and https://www.heery.com/

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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