2026 Graduate Development Program - Cost Management (Toronto)

Turner & Townsend; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% health and dental benefits

Health spending account

RRSP option with company matching

Annual learning and development budget

Access to online learning tools

Coverage of professional membership fees

Comprehensive vacation and sick days

Flexible work approach

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Job summary

A global professional services company is seeking graduates for a development program in Cost Management. The role involves supporting the Commission Manager, estimating construction costs, and conducting site valuations. Ideal candidates are strong communicators with a passion for construction, willing to learn in a structured development program. This is a full-time position based in Toronto, with a competitive salary range of $65,000 - $70,000. Comprehensive benefits and a hybrid work model are also offered.

Qualifications

• Strong communicator with a passion for the construction industry.
• Committed to making a difference in project outcomes.
• Team player who excels in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the Commission Manager in delivering high-quality tasks.
• Estimate and produce construction cost plans.
• Conduct cost checks and valuations on site.

Skills

Strong communication

Commitment to making a difference

Quality-driven

Team player

Problem solver

Commercial thinker

Passion for the construction industry

Desire to learn

Education

Degree or Diploma in Construction Cost Management or related field

Job description

2026 Graduate Development Program - Cost Management (Toronto)

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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. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success. Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions. We are majority‑owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world.

Application Deadline: February 23, 2026

Graduate Consultant - Cost Management

Construction cost management is an integral part of any construction project, where we are delivering best value to our clients by offering construction cost advise to optimise costs and value on the project. In your role you will support the Commission Manager by taking on responsibility for effectively delivering a wide range of tasks to the highest quality standards. Some of the key responsibilities include: estimating and producing construction cost plans, conducting cost checks and valuation of works complete on site in a month, reviewing and commenting on change orders under the construction contract, reviewing actual costs incurred on site against the construction budget, reviewing and analysing the numbers for the contractors final account and final payment, and liaising with the stakeholders on the construction project such as the client, contractors and designers.

Graduate Development Program (GDP)

The GDP is a twenty‑four month structured learning environment which will provide each graduate with the skills, training, and experience to be a successful consultant in their chosen field. Through the GDP, we will work with you to shape a development plan which is aligned to our technical and behavioural competency frameworks and supports your long‑term career ambitions towards achieving professional designation with an industry body. You will be provided with the support required to guide and mentor you through the scheme.

The GDP is designed to be:

• a platform to enhance knowledge and gain first‑hand experience
• a training schedule to support and capture your learning and development needs and achievements
• a learning tool document to track and report the development of your capabilities.

Qualifications

Some of the qualities we look for are:

• Strong communicator
• Committed to making a difference
• Quality driven
• Exceeds expectations
• Team player
• Problem solver
• Commercial thinker
• Passion for the construction industry
• Desire to learn and grasp opportunities

We are looking for individuals to have a passion for the industry and be motivated by the work we do and the clients we work with.

Eligibility criteria

• A Degree or Diploma in a relevant degree is preferred, such as Construction Cost Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical), any other construction related degrees
• Less than 2 years of relevant work experience in construction
• Eligible to live and work in Canada
• Eligible candidates must be willing and able to be in attendance at our Toronto office and to attend client offices around the Greater Toronto Area as required. Travel outside of the GTA may also be required, flexibility to travel is desired but not mandatory.

The base salary range for this full‑time role is $65,000 - $70,000 per year. Ranges are determined by role and level and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range is a reflection of base salary only, not of a total compensation package. Please note Turner & Townsend reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on candidate’s experience and qualifications.

What’s in it for you...

• 100% covered health and dental benefits for you and your dependents (including paramedical services)
• Health spending account, to top up expenses not covered in the benefits program
• RRSP option with company matching
• Annual learning and development budget
• Access to a range of online learning tools, and support for career development and growth
• Coverage of one professional membership or license fee per year, if directly related to your role
• Comprehensive package of Vacation days, flex days and sick days.
• A flexible, hybrid work approach that allows colleagues to find balance between their professional and personal lives
• Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change. We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work‑life balance. At Turner & Townsend, we wholeheartedly adopt diversity. This dedication extends to our team, clients, and communities. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from individuals regardless of their race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or any other legally protected grounds. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Turner & Townsend is dedicated to encouraging a safe, healthy, and accessible environment. We are an Equal opportunity employer who will ensure accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities upon request.

We may use automated or AI‑based tools to support the screening, assessment, or selection of applicants. This posting reflects an existing vacancy that we are actively hiring for. It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time.