Senior Cost Manager

Responsibilities

• Lead pre-contract cost management responsibilities
• Provide advice and support on cost-effective solutions, including value engineering
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure contingency budgets are managed appropriately
• Prepare regular reports on projects highlighting any deviations from the budget
• Review and analyze project costs, including Preliminaries, Overheads, and materials
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, client requirements, and regulatory bodies
• Mentor and train junior cost managers
• Collaborate with clients and other stakeholders to ensure the project is managed effectively

Requirements

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field
• 10+ years in cost management with a focus on pre-contract
• Professional accreditation such as MRICS, AIQS, or equivalent preferred
• Proficiency in cost planning, estimating, and tender documentation
• Strong understanding of measurement methods like NRM, POMI, or CESMM
• Skilled in measurement software such as CostX
• Proven ability to lead multiple projects independently
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

About the Company

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries. Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives.