Senior Project Manager – Construction Management
turnertownsend
San Francisco, California, United States · San Francisco · United States
Posted Jun 3, 2026
- Full-time
- On-site
- Real estate
- Mid-Senior Level
turnertownsend
San Francisco, California, United States · San Francisco · United States
Posted Jun 3, 2026
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 an experienced and highly motivated Senior Project Manager to join our San Francisco construction management team. This role offers the opportunity to lead multiple large-scale tenant improvement and development projects for high-profile clients. You will be responsible for managing several concurrent projects, each with unique scopes, timelines, and stakeholder groups, in one of the most dynamic markets in the country. The ideal candidate is a proactive and results-driven professional with a strong background in construction project management. You should be comfortable taking initiative, managing multiple stakeholders, and driving project activities with minimal supervision. A passion for excellence, strategic thinking, and a collaborative mindset are essential for success in this role. Responsibilities : Lead and manage stakeholders including architects, engineers, contractors, and supply chain partners to ensure successful delivery of complex and compliant construction projects. Oversee the analysis, tracking, and management of critical milestone activities to proactively prevent schedule delays. Ensure robust project governance, processes, and systems are implemented and consistently followed across all phases. Champion the application of best practices and continuous improvement on all assigned projects. Prepare and present formal project status reports and executive-level updates as required. Monitor the progress of multiple concurrent construction projects to ensure adherence to approved design standards and client expectations. Direct the coordination between all suppliers and consultants through structured reporting tools and regular performance reviews. Manage the flow of project information through structured communication protocols, meetings, and documentation. Lead forecasting and updating of key project milestones, ensuring alignment with overall program goals. Supervise and guide local design teams to ensure compliance with commission criteria and project objectives. Provide expert-level technical support to owners, architects, general contractors, and regional stakeholders. Respond promptly and effectively to requests for information from the field, ensuring minimal disruption to project timelines. Offer strategic input on cost control, value engineering, and constructability to optimize project outcomes. Independently review and assess reports, drawing submittals, timelines, and cost data from architects, contractors, and suppliers. Build and maintain strong client relationships, identifying opportunities to expand services and enhance client satisfaction. Provide strategic guidance to project teams on methods to achieve both client and business objectives. Ensure that key project insights and lessons learned are captured and shared across the organization. Identify and implement improvements to internal systems, tools, and processes to enhance efficiency and quality. Support business development by identifying new opportunities with existing and prospective clients and contributing to proposal efforts. Balance competing priorities across multiple clients and projects, ensuring consistent delivery and client satisfaction. Coordinate internal resources and external partners to maintain alignment across simultaneous project timelines. Act as a trusted advisor to clients, helping them navigate challenges and make informed decisions across their portfolio of projects. SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in construction management, architecture, engineering, or a related field. Advanced certifications such as Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent are preferred. Seven or more years of experience in construction project management, with a proven track record of leading complex projects. Extensive experience managing multiple concurrent tenant improvement and development projects, ideally in commercial real estate. Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage demanding stakeholders across several projects. Strong leadership, organizational, and decision-making skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present to senior stakeholders. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and construction project management platforms such as Procore. Ability and willingness to work in the San Francisco office and travel to project sites as required. Experience working in the United States, with specific knowledge of the California Bay Area construction market. Proven ability to manage multiple clients and project scopes simultaneously while maintaining high standards of quality and delivery. Experience developing and implementing scalable project management systems and tools. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and make strategic recommendations. Additional Information The salary range for this full-time role is $140K-$170K 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. Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects: Twitter Instagram LinkedIn It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time. 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