Graduate Development Program - Ottawa

Company Description

Turner & Townsend is a leading independent professional services company. From the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help to deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational programs covering the full spectrum of consultancy, project delivery and post-project operations.

With 133 offices in 49 countries, we make a difference to projects across the real estate, infrastructure and natural resources sectors worldwide.

We draw on our extensive global and industry experience to manage risk while maximizing value and performance during the construction and operation of our clients’ assets.

Job Description

At Turner & Townsend we’re passionate about making the difference. That means delivering better outcomes for our clients, helping our people to realize their potential, and doing our part to create a prosperous society.

Graduate Development Program (GDP)

The GDP is a twenty-four month structured learning environment which will provide each graduate with the skills, training, and experience to be a successful consultant in their chosen field.

Through the GDP, we will work with you to shape a development plan which is aligned to our technical and behavioural competency frameworks and supports your long-term career ambitions towards achieving professional designation with an industry body.

You will be provided with the support required to guide and mentor you through the scheme.

The GDP is designed to be :

• a platform to enhance knowledge and gain first-hand experience
• a training schedule to support and capture your learning and development needs and achievements
• a learning tool document to track and report the development of your capabilities.

We offer a varied scheme designed to develop, test, and hone the technical and behavioural skills required to pursue a successful career in the infrastructure sector.

Whether you relish day-to-day challenges of project management, possess the precision and communication demands of project controls or appreciate the complexity of cost management, this program will provide you with exposure across a leading global consultancy.

Cost management

Cost management is vital in delivering the best value to our clients, maximising their return on investment. In your role you will support the Commission Manager by taking on responsibility for effectively delivering a wide range of tasks to the highest quality standards.

Some of the key responsibilities include : estimating and producing cost plans, conducting cost checks and valuations, analysing the numbers for the final accounts and liaising with the client, contractors and designers.

Project management

Project management reduces risk and helps clients deliver projects in a consistent and improved manner. Project managers are responsible for the day to day management of the various aspects of the project.

Some of the key responsibilities will be establishing effective processes and systems to be utilised throughout the project, producing project plans and preparing written project communication materials.

Project controls

Project controls are the process used to gather and analyze project data with a view to keep project costs and schedules on track.

Some of the functions or project controls are estimating, scheduling, cost management, document control, contract administration stakeholder management, and project close-out.

Project controls works closely with the Project Manager, Owner, and engineering firms to establish project baselines and monitor progress throughout the construction life cycle.

Qualifications

Some of the qualities we look for are :

• Strong communicator
• Committed to making a difference
• Quality driven
• Exceeds expectations
• Team player
• Problem solver
• Commercial thinker
• Passion for the construction industry
• Desire to learn and grasp opportunities

We are looking for individuals to have a passion for the industry and be motivated by the work we do and the clients we work with.

Eligibility criteria :

• A Degree or Diploma in a relevant degree (Please attach your transcripts to your application)
• Less than 2 years of relevant work experience in construction
• Eligible to live and work in Canada
• Eligible to obtain government security clearance

Additional Information

The benefits we offer include :

• Competitive salary
• Structured learning and development sessions throughout your programme
• Support to become professionally qualified
• Access to a range of online learning tools
• Pension and Company healthcare plan
• Company social events

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.

We are an Equal opportunity employer who will ensure accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities upon request.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

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