Senior Cost Manager

Turner & Townsend; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services company in Toronto seeks a Senior Cost Manager with over 8 years of experience in large-scale infrastructure or energy projects, ideally in the nuclear sector. This role involves leading cost planning efforts, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and mentoring team members. The position offers comprehensive health benefits, a flexible hybrid work approach, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

100% covered health and dental benefits

Health spending account

RRSP option with company matching

Annual learning and development budget

Flexible work approach

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in cost management or quantity surveying roles.
• Demonstrated experience in infrastructure, energy, or nuclear projects.
• Professional membership (CIQS, RICS, or equivalent) strongly preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in cost estimating tools and project controls software.
• Ability to work on-site in Kincardine 3 days per week.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and management of cost estimates across all project phases.
• Develop and lead the implementation of cost reporting including cashflow analysis.
• Drive value engineering and risk management initiatives.
• Provide expert advice on life cycle costing.
• Mentor junior cost consultants and project team members.

Skills

Cost management

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Education

Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related field

Tools

Cost estimating tools

Project controls software

Job description

Company Description

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.

Job Description

You are a highly experienced Senior Cost Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor with a strong background in large-scale infrastructure or energy projects, ideally within the nuclear sector. You bring strategic insight, leadership, and a deep understanding of cost management best practices. You’re ready to take ownership of complex projects and mentor junior team members while delivering exceptional value to clients.

Your Role

As a Senior Cost Manager, you will lead cost planning and control efforts across major nuclear infrastructure projects. You’ll work closely with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure financial objectives are met while maintaining compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and management of cost estimates across all project phases.
• Develop and lead the implementation of cost reporting including cashflow analysis and change management.
• Drive value engineering and risk management initiatives.
• Provide expert advice on life cycle costing, benchmarking, and sustainability.
• Act as the primary client liaison for all cost-related matters.
• Mentor and support junior cost consultants and project team members.
• Ensure alignment with regulatory requirements and nuclear safety protocols.
• Contribute to business development and client relationship management.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in cost management or quantity surveying roles.
• Demonstrated experience in infrastructure, energy, or nuclear projects.
• Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related field.
• Professional membership (CIQS, RICS, or equivalent) strongly preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in cost estimating tools and project controls software.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work on-site in Kincardine 3 days per week. Eligibility for a nuclear site clearance.

Additional Information

• 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
• We believe in work-life balance, so you can recharge and take care of what matters most with vacation, flex 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

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.