Life Sciences Commission Director

3 weeks ago


Stevenage, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Turner & Townsend Full time

Company Description

At Turner & Townsend, we deliver ambitious and highly technical projects that make a difference. Our clients trust us to help them realize their potential and create a prosperous society.

Our global team spans over 110 offices worldwide, working closely with major clients to deliver exceptional results.

Job Description

We are seeking a seasoned Director with a strong track record in pharmaceutical, biotech, or other Life Sciences construction projects and programs. As the Life Sciences Lead, you will develop and deliver a business plan for sustained growth across sectors.

Responsibilities

  1. Establish a safe, inclusive, and effective project delivery and team environment, setting a tone for success.
  2. Lead and manage major projects and programs at portfolio level, ensuring timely, budget-friendly, and specification-compliant delivery.
  3. Create and promote a clear vision, leadership, and strategic direction for major projects and programs.
  4. Develop and implement strategies for service delivery, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and best practices.
  5. Build and sustain a high-performance team that meets the needs of the organization, stakeholders, and industry partners.
  6. Effectively communicate key strategic business needs, managing and reporting on safety, service quality, and performance.
  7. Accountable for service delivery, standards, and fiscal performance at the account level.
  8. Attract and retain talented people, driving organizational excellence.

Qualifications

  1. Demonstrable delivery experience in Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences sectors.
  2. Experience working at account level within a client organization at portfolio level.
  3. Established network within the industry supply chain.
  4. Strong and current understanding of design/code requirements/building regulations and industry trends.
  5. Proven track record and demonstrable delivery experience of project management delivering large projects and/or programs, leading and managing teams up to 50 people.
  6. Thorough understanding and practical experience of working within a shared data/enterprise environment.
  7. Knowledge of process engineering and/or construction management.
  8. Degree qualified in construction and/or engineering.
  9. Professional memberships desirable.

Additional Information

Our inspired people share our vision and mission, working together to create a great place to work. We support our employees' success in both work and life, promoting a healthy, productive, and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer, celebrating diversity and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.



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