Senior Cost Manager
At Turner & Townsend we’re passionate about making the difference. That means delivering better outcomes for our clients, helping our people to realise their potential, and doing our part to create a prosperous society.
Every day we help our major global clients deliver ambitious and highly technical projects, in over 130 countries worldwide. Our team is dynamic, innovative and client‑focused, supported by an inclusive and fun company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity and the quality we deliver. As a result our people get to enjoy working on some of the most exciting projects in the world.
Job Description
If you are looking to broaden your industry experience and progress your career within cost management, our North East team are seeking experienced Cost Managers looking to develop their career into a senior position. Working on a range of industry leading infrastructure projects, we will support you in finding the right role within transportation, utilities and highways within our client base.
As a Senior Cost Manager within the business you will be working on some exciting projects as well as developing your skillset both operationally and technically. We are keen to support those who are keen to progress their careers and can offer you excellent training and advancement in qualifications and diversifying your portfolio.
Job Objectives
* Establish friendly, professional and appropriate relationships with clients, colleagues and other parties involved in the projects and programmes we support.
* Administer a variety of contracts in accordance with project objectives and policies.
* Provide accurate project cost monitoring, forecasting and reporting to completion in line with budget.
* Pro‑actively monitor and manage cost variance and contract cash flow, and ensure that applications are made correctly and in a timely manner.
* Collaborate with client and contractor teams to manage the delivery of project deliverables, KPIs and objectives, including programme performance, cost control and value engineering.
* Manage contract change effectively, ensuring that projects remain within governance and adopt best practice.
* Drive improvements in the accuracy of forecasts and budgets.
* Proactively provide sound commercial knowledge and support to all stakeholders.
* Ensure that final accounts are negotiated and agreed.
* Lead people and commissions as needed.
Qualifications
* Excellent communication
* Contract Management (NEC3, Option C preferred)
* Cost Management
* Change management and control
* Valuation
* Risk Management
* Procurement
* Estimating
* Pricing
* Reporting
* Collaborative approach and best‑for‑project attitude
* Sharing best practice
* People management
* Commission management
* Identifying and driving efficiencies and improvements through the project life cycle
* Good knowledge of construction industry technical matters, such as different procurement routes, value management and value engineering.
* Ideally Degree qualified (or equivalent) in a relevant subject
* Ideally hold or be working towards an professional body membership or equivalent.
Additional Information
Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
Seniority level
* Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
* Full‑time
Job function
* Construction, Civil Engineering, and Business Consulting and Services
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