Triage
Planning
Coaching
Refining
Templates
Scheduling
Mentorship
Enthusiasm
Innovation
Checklists
Datasheets
Mathematics
Forecasting
Cost Control
Construction
Communication
Team Leadership
Business Process
Constructability
Project Controls
Google Workspace
Project Delivery
Analytical Skills
Urine Drug Screen
Project Management
Program Management
Technical Projects
Strategic Alignment
Fire And Life Safety
Organizational Skills
Performance Management
Expectation Management
Intellectual Curiosity
Facilities Engineering
Financial Calculations
Artificial Intelligence
Project Risk Management
Construction Management
Software Technical Review
Business Continuity Planning
Environment Health And Safety
Preparing Executive Summaries
Continuous Improvement Process
Program Management Professional
Critical Path Method (CPM) Scheduling
Project Management Professional Certification
Mechanical Electrical And Plumbing (MEP) Systems
At least 10 years
Posted 8 days ago
This role is STARs-friendly: Skilled Through Alternative Routes.
47% STARs in role.
Description:
Associate Director, Feasibility & Technical Assessment
Turner & Townsend is seeking an exceptional Associate Director to lead Feasibility and Technical Assessment for a large tech client. This pivotal role operates at the convergence of engineering, lab planning, and project controls, overseeing the early-phase evaluation of both technical and non-technical projects, from single tool installations to intricate facility modifications. Leveraging deep onsite knowledge of building portfolios, extensive construction and MEP expertise, and a rigorous analytical mindset, the Associate Director assesses technical viability, identifies critical code and Fire/Life Safety (FLS) triggers, and surfaces risks before capital commitment. The role is instrumental in determining if projects align with small works parameters or necessitate standalone capital project status, ensuring technical soundness and strategic alignment through collaboration with cross-functional partners, Architects & Engineers (A&E), and General Contractors (GCs). Furthermore, this position is key to driving continuous improvement by refining processes and templates across the Bay Area, So. Cal., and PNW feasibility programs.
This job is part of the Program Management function. They are responsible for the creation and delivery of strategic programs or projects representing our client's major initiatives.
What You'll Do:
Turner & Townsend is seeking an exceptional Associate Director to lead Feasibility and Technical Assessment for a large tech client. This pivotal role operates at the convergence of engineering, lab planning, and project controls, overseeing the early-phase evaluation of both technical and non-technical projects, from single tool installations to intricate facility modifications. Leveraging deep onsite knowledge of building portfolios, extensive construction and MEP expertise, and a rigorous analytical mindset, the Associate Director assesses technical viability, identifies critical code and Fire/Life Safety (FLS) triggers, and surfaces risks before capital commitment. The role is instrumental in determining if projects align with small works parameters or necessitate standalone capital project status, ensuring technical soundness and strategic alignment through collaboration with cross-functional partners, Architects & Engineers (A&E), and General Contractors (GCs). Furthermore, this position is key to driving continuous improvement by refining processes and templates across the Bay Area, So. Cal., and PNW feasibility programs.
This job is part of the Program Management function. They are responsible for the creation and delivery of strategic programs or projects representing our client's major initiatives.
What You'll Do:
- Serve as the primary contact for facility-impacting user requests, translating operational needs into clear facility requirements.
- Triage incoming requests based on scale, complexity, and risk to determine the appropriate execution pathway, recommending small works, standalone capital projects, or alternative solutions.
- Conduct site verifications to assess existing conditions, validate Utility Data Sheets (UDS), and align with long-term building roadmaps.
- Perform comprehensive technical reviews of MEP and infrastructure, validating system capacities against proposed demands.
- Identify critical regulatory triggers (e.g., CBC, CFC, CMC, Title 24, BAAQMD, Seismic, MAQ) and coordinate EHS compliance.
- Proactively identify and mitigate technical unknowns, long-lead constraints, permitting hurdles, and shutdown windows.
- Drive coordinated reviews and formal sign-offs across diverse stakeholders including Facilities Engineering, EHS, Lab Planning, and Project Controls.
- Engage external A&E firms and GCs for specialized guidance, constructability assessments, logistics validation, and ROM cost estimates.
- Maintain clear client communication, managing expectations regarding technical constraints, schedules, and budgets.
- Produce comprehensive, standardized Feasibility Reports detailing executive summaries, business justifications, scope, EHS compliance, technical checklists, and calibrated ROM costs.
- Manage a Scope Validation Tracker to provide real-time visibility into the feasibility pipeline and project risk profiles.
- Contribute to the maturation of the small works program, adopting PNW methodologies, and customizing templates, SLAs, and SOPs for the California market to enhance predictability and accelerate project delivery.
- Facilitate seamless execution handoffs to Small Works Implementation Project Managers with pre-validated schedules, defensible budgets, and clear execution playbooks.
- 10+ years of progressive project and program management experience, with a significant concentration in MEP disciplines.
- A minimum of 5+ years of dedicated project management experience within data center environments, coupled with a deep understanding of Data Center MEP infrastructure, including substations.
- Bachelor's Degree preferred (ideally in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field). A combination of relevant experience and education will be considered.
- PgMP or PMP certifications are highly preferred.
- Proven track record in project staffing, team leadership, strong communication skills, coaching, mentoring, performance management, and talent retention.
- A demonstrated ability to develop and implement innovative methods that transcend existing solutions, solving unique problems with broad business impact.
- Strong organizational skills and an advanced inquisitive mindset. Proficiency with Google Office Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides, etc.) is essential, Scheduling tools MS Project, Smart Sheets (Critical Path Analysis).
- Strong mathematical and analytical skills, including the ability to perform complex financial calculations (percentages, fractions, forecasting) critical for project cost control and reporting.
- A natural inclination towards a "client-first" philosophy, consistently delivering exceptional solutions seeking service and fostering strong partnerships.
- keen interest in AI technology and its applications, with an enthusiasm for leveraging tools like Gemini to streamline business processes and enhance overall efficiency.
Posting ID: 278703
