press release

Turner & Townsend, the global professional services company, is reinforcing its leadership in the Canadian market with the appointment of Ashish Jain as Managing Director for Canada.

Based in Toronto, Ashish brings 17 years of experience with Turner & Townsend and a proven track record of leading high-performing teams, delivering major programmes and driving strategic growth across complex markets. Ashish transitioned into this role from his position as Managing Director for India, where he has played a transformative role in scaling the business and strengthening Turner & Townsend’s impact across the region. In his new capacity, Ashish will report to Anooj Oodit, Regional Managing Director, Americas. 

During his tenure in India, Ashish successfully grew the team to over 700 professionals, championed a culture recognised as a Great Place to Work® for four consecutive years, and expanded the firm’s footprint with new offices in Hyderabad and Ahmedabad. Under his leadership, the business delivered major capital expenditure programmes for global clients and oversaw Project Management Office (PMO) and project controls functions on complex, multi-stakeholder programmes. 

His appointment reflects Turner & Townsend’s continued investment in its Canadian business. With deep delivery expertise and a strong client‑centric approach, Ashish will focus on accelerating growth, enhancing service excellence and supporting organisations across Canada in delivering complex programmes with confidence and measurable performance. 

In addition to his strategic and operational leadership, Ashish is deeply committed to developing talent, fostering mentorship, and creating meaningful opportunities for career progression. Known for empowering teams and championing professional growth, he provides an environment where individuals can build their skills, take on new challenges, and advance their careers while contributing to high‑impact, industry‑defining work. 

“Ashish brings strategic insight, operational rigor and deep sector experience, with a strong track record of building momentum and high‑performing businesses. 

“His leadership has driven transformation across several regional businesses, supported by end‑to‑end expertise from advisory through major program delivery. 

“Deeply committed to market growth and people development, Ashish is well positioned to lead our next phase of growth in Canada.” 

Anooj Oodit

Regional Managing Director, Americas

Turner & Townsend

“I’m honoured to take on this role and excited about the opportunity to contribute to the next chapter of our Canadian business.

 

“Canada is a dynamic and rapidly evolving market and I look forward to working closely with our teams, clients and partners to drive meaningful impact, embrace digital innovation and deliver sustainable, high-value outcomes that leave a lasting positive legacy.”

Ashish Jain

Managing Director, Canada

Turner & Townsend