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Senior Design Project Manager – Higher Education Construction

Turner & Townsend
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 12/4/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/3/2026

Company Description

Founded in 1952 and formerly known as Heery International Inc., the firm operates throughout the United States as part of Turner & Townsend. It specializes in project and program management for public sector organizations, with industry-leading experts in corporate, cultural, healthcare, justice, sports, K-12 education, higher education, aviation and government facilities. 

Recognized for service excellence by a broad spectrum of professional organizations and industry publications, the talented multidisciplinary team at Turner & Townsend Heery exceeds client expectations — adding value, best practice and expertise at every turn. The team's unique client-centric culture is integrated into each project and reflects a passion for the built environment and staying true to the client’s vision. 

Job Description

Turner & Townsend is seeking a Senior Design Project Manager to work with our team, and partner with our clients, supporting designs for new and existing construction builds. 

The Design Project Manager should have an architectural background in the construction industry and be experienced in Design/Architecture/Civil works. 

*This role requires on site presence

Job Description: 

  • Provides support and reports to the assigned Project Manager(s) or Project Director.  Position has frequent interaction with the Owner/Client, consultants, design professionals and contractors. 
  • Directly assist the Project Manager(s) in managing, coordinating and administering the project through all phases of design and construction. 
  • Responsible for ensuring all aspects of client services are delivered at the highest level to ensure the client’s needs are addressed. 
  • Aids in the preparation of documents (reports, schedules, invoices, RFI’s, submittals, meeting minutes/agendas, daily reports, change orders, inspections, closeout and client presentations) for programming, design and construction and will assist in maintaining information in project management software. 
  • Coordinate to schedule meetings with the project team as directed by the Project Manager(s). 
  • Communicate conceptual designs and create/maintain project documentation before, during, and after construction. 
  • Maintenance of Basis of Design, prototype design, and template specifications for architectural elements. 
  • Review and inform design RFPs. 
  • Manage our external design consultants through the design and construction process. 
  • Effectively communicate design standards to internal and external project partners. 
  • Manage multiple fast paced projects simultaneously. 
  • Think outside of the box to find innovative solutions prior to and during the construction process to reduce costs without negative impacts on quality or reliability. 
  • SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

Qualifications

  • College Degree in Business Administration, Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture.
  • 10-15 years of experience in Higher Education construction preferred.
  • Experience and working in Project Management on large-scale construction programs. 
  • Experienced in Design/Architecture/Civil works. 
  • Solid working proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, and MS Office Suite. 
  • Excellent presentation skills and the ability to be highly effective in a client facing role. 
  • Team player; ability to work collaboratively. 

Additional Information

*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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