Associate Director - Central & Local Government

Turner & Townsend alinea; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Director to join their dynamic London-based team. This role offers the opportunity to lead commercial delivery for diverse public sector projects, including refurbishments and fit-outs. With a focus on cost management and stakeholder engagement, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring project success while mentoring junior staff. This forward-thinking firm promotes a healthy work-life balance and values diversity and inclusion, making it an exciting place to advance your career in cost management.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in cost management or quantity surveying across full project lifecycle.
• Ability to manage multiple projects effectively.

Responsibilities

• Leading the commercial delivery of projects in the public sector.
• Managing contract costs and providing accurate cost monitoring and reporting.
• Mentoring junior staff and supporting stakeholders with commercial expertise.

Skills

Stakeholder Communication

Contract Management (JCT and NEC)

Cost Management

Change Control

Risk Management

Procurement

Reporting Skills

People Management

Education

Degree or HNC Qualification

Professional Qualification (MRICS or similar)

Job description

Associate Director - Central & Local Government

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Company Description
At Turner & Townsend, we’re passionate about making a difference. We deliver better outcomes for our clients, help our people realize their potential, and contribute to creating a prosperous society. We support major global clients in delivering ambitious, highly technical projects across over 110 offices worldwide.

Job Description
We are recruiting an Associate Director for our London-based Communities and Local Government Cost Management Team, supporting projects within the central and local government sector. Our team handles diverse projects for public sector organizations, including listed building refurbishments, social housing, and office fit-outs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leading the commercial delivery of projects.
• Establishing professional relationships with clients and project stakeholders.
• Managing contract costs in line with project goals.
• Providing accurate cost monitoring, forecasting, and reporting.
• Monitoring and managing cost variance and contract cash flow.
• Collaborating with teams to meet project KPIs and objectives.
• Managing contract changes and ensuring governance compliance.
• Improving forecast and budget accuracy.
• Supporting stakeholders with commercial expertise.
• Negotiating final accounts.
• Mentoring junior staff members.

Required Experience and Skills:

• Excellent stakeholder communication.
• Over 5 years of diverse project experience.
• Contract management experience (JCT and NEC).
• Cost management, change control, valuation, risk management, procurement, and reporting skills.
• Collaborative approach and sharing best practices.
• People management experience.
• Knowledge of construction industry technical matters.

Qualifications:

• Proven track record in cost management or quantity surveying across full project lifecycle.
• Degree or HNC qualification; professional qualification (MRICS or similar) preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects effectively.

We promote a healthy, flexible work environment respecting work-life balance and are committed to diversity and inclusion. Visit www.turnerandtownsend.com for more information.