Project Manager – Advanced Manufacturing Projects (Japanese-Speaking)

About the role

Turner & Townsend is seeking a Project Manager to lead advanced manufacturing projects. The role involves overseeing the full project lifecycle, ensuring delivery against quality, cost, schedule and regulatory requirements while collaborating with a diverse set of stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Provide day‑to‑day guidance, coaching and mentorship to junior team members.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors, suppliers and internal stakeholders to achieve project objectives.
• Lead end‑to‑end management of advanced manufacturing projects, maintaining master schedules, implementation plans and resource allocation.
• Manage equipment delivery, manufacturing systems installation, utilities integration and long‑lead procurement activities.
• Oversee statutory inspections, permits, certifications and regulatory approvals.
• Supervise execution activities for manufacturing facilities, production lines, cleanrooms, laboratories and automation systems.

Required profile

• Proven experience in project or programme management within manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder‑management abilities.
• Ability to work proactively, identify risks early and drive continuous improvement.
• Fluency in Japanese is required to liaise with Japanese‑speaking stakeholders.

Required skills