Senior Cost Manager/Project Quantity Surveyor - Construction

Turner & Townsend
United Kingdom
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeFunction: Construction, Civil & Site EngineeringSkills: ["Communication","Problem-solving","Collaboration","Mentoring"]

Manage costs across complex construction projects, developing detailed budgets, performing cost analysis, and forecasting financial outcomes throughout the project lifecycle. Prepare and analyze bills of quantities, tender documents, and contract agreements, while overseeing procurement and contract negotiation. Implement cost-control systems, monitor and report financial performance and commercial risks, provide contractual/commercial advice, and mentor junior team members to strengthen departmental capability.

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Turner & Townsend
Turner & Townsend
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Senior Cost Manager/Project Quantity Surveyor - Construction

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Job Summary

Manage costs across complex construction projects, developing detailed budgets, performing cost analysis, and forecasting financial outcomes throughout the project lifecycle. Prepare and analyze bills of quantities, tender documents, and contract agreements, while overseeing procurement and contract negotiation. Implement cost-control systems, monitor and report financial performance and commercial risks, provide contractual/commercial advice, and mentor junior team members to strengthen departmental capability.
Location: United Kingdom
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Construction, Civil & Site Engineering
Seniority: Mid level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Develop and maintain detailed cost plans, budgets, and forecasts for complex construction projects.
  • •Prepare and analyze bills of quantities, tender documents, and contract agreements.
  • •Manage procurement activities including vendor selection and contract negotiation.
  • •Implement and maintain robust cost control systems; monitor and report project financial performance and risks.
  • •Provide contractual/commercial advice and mentor junior team members to support department growth.

Key Requirements

  • •Degree qualified and MRICS qualified (or working towards).
  • •Demonstrable cost management experience working at a consultancy.
  • •Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • •Strong problem-solving and inquisitive mindset.
  • •Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
Experience:ConstructionConsultancy
Skills:CommunicationProblem-solvingCollaborationMentoring
Certifications:MRICS
Languages:English

Company Brief

Turner & Townsend
Global professional services firm providing program, project and cost management, advisory and consulting services across property, infrastructure and natural resources sectors to public and private clients worldwide.
Industry: Consulting
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Growth: Established Company
Headquarters: Leeds, United Kingdom
Founded: 1946
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