Head of Real Estate Hungary

About the role

Turner & Townsend is looking for a Director (m/f/d), Head of Project Management (Real Estate) for its Real Estate business in Hungary. The Head of Real Estate Hungary oversees day-to-day operations of the country business, working under the direction of the CEE Regional Director and within the approval framework set out in the DoA matrix. The role covers execution of regional and global strategies at local level, operational performance, client delivery, people leadership and compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Implement regional and global strategies locally and give the Regional Director market insight, performance data and risk input
• Support regional initiatives such as data, technology and net zero, and apply company policies, operating models and governance consistently
• Manage country financial performance against budgets and targets, monitoring revenue, cost, utilisation and margin, and support forecasting, budgeting and reporting
• Support local business development, act as relationship lead for selected accounts, contribute to proposals and bids, and ensure high-quality service delivery
• Line manage and develop key roles, support recruitment, onboarding and retention, and run coaching and performance management
• Represent the business to clients, partners and stakeholders, escalate complex client issues, and represent the business at local industry events
• Oversight of key projects, ensuring they meet scope, quality, budget and programme requirements, and monitor delivery risks
• Promote a culture of care and safety, and ensure compliance with local legislation and company health, safety and wellbeing standards

Required profile

• Degree in engineering, architecture, project management or a related discipline
• Proven experience in operational leadership or senior management, preferably in a multinational professional services or project-based environment in real estate or industry
• Experience managing business performance, delivery and people within an agreed governance framework
• Strong client and stakeholder management skills and collaborative leadership style
• Fluency in English and Hungarian

What we offer

• Opportunity to co-lead and grow the Hungary business with autonomy to shape local strategy and build high-performing teams
• Exposure and influence within the wider region and a platform for longer-term international career progression
• Flexible working environment, modern offices and a competitive compensation and benefits package