Senior Cost Manager/Quantity Surveyor

Responsibilities

• Provide estimate and cost planning, including producing and presenting final cost plans
• Review and participate with design teams and general contractors in developing cost estimates for lab, R&D, and office fit-out projects
• Manage cost checks, valuations, and contingency tracking for medium to large-scale projects
• Coordinate all sources of cost information, including suppliers, subcontractors, and design teams
• Perform quantity surveying, cost controls, and change management activities throughout the project lifecycle
• Produce monthly cost reports for client presentation and ensure timely negotiation of final accounts
• Identify, coach, and mentor team members to realize their potential

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering, or related field
• Minimum 5–7 years of relevant experience in construction cost management
• Experience leading cost management on medium to large, complex construction projects
• Strong knowledge of procurement routes, value management, and value engineering
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting laboratory, pharmaceutical, or life sciences construction projects
• RICS accreditation or working toward accreditation
• Construction consultancy experience

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.