Associate Director - Health, Science & Education

Turner & Townsend alinea; London; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction consultancy firm in London seeks an Associate Director for the Health, Science and Education Cost Management Team. The role involves leading commercial delivery of prestigious health projects, stakeholder engagement, and managing costs. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience and relevant qualifications. The company values a healthy work-life balance and promotes diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Healthy work-life balance

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project experience in cost management/quantity surveying.
• Proven track record across project lifecycles.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial delivery of projects.
• Establish relationships with stakeholders.
• Manage project costs effectively.
• Provide accurate cost monitoring and reporting.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure project objectives are met.
• Mentor junior staff members.

Skills

Stakeholder communication

Project management

Contract Management (JCT and NEC)

Cost Management

Valuation and Risk Management

Procurement

People management

Construction industry knowledge

Education

Degree or HNC qualification

MRICS or similar qualification

Job description

We are currently recruiting for an Associate Director to join our London-based Health, Science and Education Cost Management Team.

The London Cost Management Health team is a highly regarded group working on some of the largest and most prestigious health projects in both the public and private sectors. Their workload varies from smaller refurbishments to large-scale hospitals. The Health team is part of a broader Health, Education, and Science team, offering opportunities to develop skills across sectors.

Typical duties for the Associate Director include:

1. Leading the commercial delivery of various projects.
2. Establishing professional relationships with clients, colleagues, and other stakeholders.
3. Managing project costs in line with objectives and policies.
4. Providing accurate cost monitoring, forecasting, and reporting.
5. Monitoring and managing cost variance and contract cash flow.
6. Collaborating with client and contractor teams to ensure project deliverables meet KPIs and objectives.
7. Managing contract changes and ensuring projects adhere to governance and best practices.
8. Improving forecast and budget accuracy.
9. Supporting stakeholders with commercial knowledge.
10. Negotiating and finalizing accounts.
11. Mentoring junior staff members.

Required experience and skills:

1. Excellent stakeholder communication skills.
2. At least 5 years of project experience.
3. Experience with Contract Management (JCT and NEC).
4. Cost Management and Change Control.
5. Valuation and Risk Management.
6. Procurement, Cost Planning, and Estimating.
7. Reporting and a collaborative approach.
8. People management experience.
9. Knowledge of construction industry technical matters.

Qualifications:

1. Proven track record in cost management/quantity surveying services across project lifecycles.
2. Degree or HNC qualification.
3. MRICS or similar qualification preferred.
4. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Additional information:

We promote a healthy, productive, and flexible working environment that supports work-life balance. Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Learn more at our website.

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