Assistant Cost Manager

Turner & Townsend Plc.; Belfast; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend Plc. in Belfast is seeking an Assistant Cost Manager to support the Commercial Manager in cost management and performance measurement. The role requires a degree in Quantity Surveying and 2 years of experience in a construction contract environment.

You will verify payments, develop cost management systems, and prepare reports on project performance. Strong numeracy, budget management understanding, and proficiency in MS Office are essential.

Turner & Townsend celebrates diversity and encourages applications from all sectors of the community.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Degree in Quantity Surveying or other relevant Construction related subject.
• 2 years’ experience in a construction contract environment.
• Experience of using MS Office 365 including Word and Excel.
• Understanding of budget control and management of budgets.
• Understanding of building and civil construction technology.

Responsibilities

• Verify and certify payment of suppliers ensuring correct payments.
• Develop procedures and systems for project cost management.
• Prepare and present monthly reports on cost position.
• Assist in developing NEC4 contract documents.
• Review contract documents and advise project managers.

Skills

Measurement and valuation of construction works

Professional appearance and conduct

Strong numeracy and financial management ability

Ability to work to and meet deadlines

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or relevant Construction related subject

Tools

MS Office 365 (Word and Excel)

Job description

At Turner & Townsend we’re passionate about making the difference. That means delivering better outcomes for our clients, helping our people to realize 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

The Assistant Cost Manager will provide support to the Commercial Manager and wider Contracts and Framework team for construction delivery, cost management and performance measurement.

The following reflects typical duties and is not intended to be a comprehensive description of all tasks:

• Responsible for verifying and certifying payment of suppliers and ensuring the correct amount is paid.
• Development of procedures and systems for project cost management in order to develop efficiency and or assurance on value for money.
• Prepare and present monthly reports showing cost position and contract performance on allocated projects to keep project teams informed.
• Assist in the development and compiling of NEC4 contract documents for projects – construction and professional services.
• Review existing contract documents on allocated projects and provide advice to project managers on contractual obligations to ensure compliance with the contract.
• Support C&F team in ensuring compliance with Government/Translink/C&F procedures for construction works and services in order to achieve compliance.
• Other cost and contract management duties as required by the Commercial Manager.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Degree in Quantity Surveying or other relevant Construction related subject
• 2 years’ experience in a construction contract environment
• Professional appearance and conduct
• Experience in measurement and valuation of construction works
• Experience of using MS Office 365 including Word and Excel
• Understanding of budget control and management of budgets
• Understanding of building and civil construction technology and associated supply chain.
• Ability to deal with colleagues and wider project teams in a professional and confident manner
• Ability to work to and meet deadlines
• Strong numeracy and financial management ability

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.