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Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our Industrial, Science & Technology team in Milan. This role offers the opportunity to manage complex construction projects in the Life Sciences and High Tech facility sectors, working with a dynamic team of professionals.
You will be responsible for managing overall project cost, schedule, and budgets, including comprehensive analysis and tracking of critical milestone activities. Your role involves overseeing and coordinating General Contractors, vendors, and consultants throughout the entire project lifecycle. You will review and approve construction proposals, pricing, scopes, and cost-loaded schedules while assessing work-in-place and approving capital expenditure spends.
Leading client meetings and advocating on behalf of the client during disputes, modifications, or change orders will be a key part of your responsibilities. You will monitor and report on factors influencing construction costs, supporting engineering decisions relating to project cost and budget. Additionally, you will coordinate scheduling consultant reviews, ensuring equipment meets project timelines, and manage the transfer of building operations to the client including close-out documentation and warranties.
Candidates must hold a Degree in Civil Engineering or similar field with proven experience as a Senior Project Manager in Life Sciences, High Tech facility, or Logistics construction. Advanced skills in spreadsheets, report writing, and presentations are essential. Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to multi-task are required. You should be a self-motivated team player with entrepreneurial thinking and creativity, with experience in managing teams, delivering commissions, and business development. Fluency in both English and Italian is mandatory.