Associate Director - PMO - Aviation Construction

Turner & Townsend is looking for an Associate   Director- PMO to join our team. This individual will have strong leadership skills and proven track record of successfully manage scheduling on prior projects or programs. *Per client requirements, only US citizens may be considered for this opportunity.  Employment is contingent on being able to pass and secure a Public Trust background check* Responsibilities : • PMO Strategy & Governance • Establish and lead the PMO framework, governance model, and operating structure for major aviation and infrastructure programs. • Define standards, processes, and controls across cost, schedule, risk, change, reporting, and document management. • Ensure alignment with client requirements, federal guidelines, and Turner & Townsend best practices. • Program Controls Leadership • Oversee integrated program controls, including cost management, scheduling, risk management, and performance reporting. • Ensure consistency and accuracy of program data, baselines, forecasts, and KPIs. • Lead development of program dashboards, executive reports, and performance insights. • Risk, Change, and Decision Support • Direct the program’s risk management framework, including identification, quantification, mitigation, and reporting. • Lead the change management process, ensuring disciplined evaluation, approval, and integration of changes. • Provide scenario analysis, decision support, and strategic recommendations to client leadership. • Stakeholder Engagement & Executive Interface • Serve as the primary PMO representative to client executives, governance boards, and delivery partners. • Present program performance, risks, and strategic insights in clear, concise executive formats. • Facilitate alignment across design, construction, commercial, and operational teams. • Team Leadership & Capability Development • Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary PMO team across controls, reporting, governance, and analytics. • Build capability within the PMO through training, coaching, and continuous improvement. • Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and high performance. Subject Matter Expertise • Strategic thinker with the ability to shape and lead a high‑performing PMO. • Strong executive presence and communication skills. • Ability to drive alignment across complex stakeholder groups. • High judgment, analytical rigor, and a solutions‑oriented mindset. • Commitment to Turner & Townsend’s values of excellence, integrity, and client partnership. • 12+ years of experience in program management, PMO leadership, or program controls for major capital programs. • Proven experience in aviation, transportation, or large infrastructure delivery. • Strong expertise in governance, program controls, reporting, and risk/change management. • Demonstrated ability to lead cross‑functional teams and influence senior stakeholders. • Exceptional communication skills with the ability to present to executive audiences. Preferred Experience: • Experience with airport authorities, FAA programs, or federal capital delivery. • Background in design‑build, CMAR, progressive design‑build, or multi‑prime delivery environments. • Familiarity with enterprise PMO systems, cost management platforms, and scheduling tools. • Professional certifications such as PMP, PgMP, CCP, PSP, or equivalent. • Per client requirements, only US citizens may be considered for this opportunity. *On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs*  SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable. 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