Senior Cost Manager

Responsibilities

• Estimating and negotiating change orders throughout the construction lifecycle
• Providing estimate and cost planning, including producing and presenting final cost plans
• Reviewing and participating with design services teams and general contractors in cost estimate development
• Managing cost checks, valuations, and contingency management for large projects
• Performing quantity surveying, cost controls, and change management activities
• Leading negotiations on contractor and subcontractor pricing to drive fair contract prices
• Producing monthly cost reports and ensuring final accounts are negotiated and agreed upon timely
• Identifying, coaching, and mentoring talent within the team
• Utilizing internal software to track margin levels and monthly fee/resource forecasts

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering, or a related field
• Minimum 5-7 years of relevant experience in a cost management role within the construction industry
• Experience leading cost management on medium to large-scale, complex construction projects
• Strong knowledge of procurement routes, value management, and value engineering
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills

Preferred Qualifications

• RICS accreditation or currently working towards it
• Previous experience in construction consultancy

About the Company

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries, working across real estate, infrastructure, energy, and natural resources.