Assistant Cost Manager

Responsibilities

• Assist on feasibility studies and write procurement reports
• Perform estimating and cost planning, including producing final cost plans
• Manage tendering and procurement processes, including pre-qualification, tender analysis, and contractual documents
• Handle post-contract cost variances and change control processes
• Conduct cost checks and valuations on projects
• Produce and present monthly post-contract cost reports to clients
• Contribute to value engineering efforts
• Negotiate and agree on final accounts
• Interface with clients and other consultants throughout all project stages
• Lead cost management teams where appropriate

Requirements

• Technical grounding in cost management and contractor background
• Experience acting as Commission Manager on small to medium projects or equivalent experience
• Knowledge of procurement methods and tactical procurement for small to medium buildings
• Understanding of value engineering
• Proficiency in industry standard IT processes and systems
• Degree or HNC level qualification
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously
• Professional membership of RICS or actively working towards it

Preferred Qualifications

• Working towards Chartership

About the Company

Turner & Townsend alinea is part of Turner & Townsend, a global professional services company that helps clients deliver ambitious and highly technical projects across more than 110 offices worldwide.