Cost Manager

Turner Townsend; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services company is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to manage commercial contracts and lead post-contract activities. The ideal candidate will have experience in large-scale infrastructure projects, familiarity with NEC contracts, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. This role offers opportunities for travel and career growth in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Dynamic work environment

Training opportunities

Career growth potential

Qualifications

• Experience in large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with NEC contracts and cost management best practices.
• Proactive team player with adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Manage and assist with commercial contracts and negotiations.
• Lead post-contract commercial activities and approvals.
• Support contractors in maintaining transparency and data-driven processes.
• Identify cost-saving strategies and optimize contract performance.

Skills

Quantity Surveying

Negotiation

Cost Management

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Chartered status

Job description

Manage and assist with commercial contracts, procurement, and negotiations in an NEC environment.

Lead post-contract commercial activities, including payment approvals, cost assessments, and contract changes.

Support contractors in maintaining transparency and data-driven processes.

Identify cost-saving strategies and optimize contract performance.

Provide data-driven cost management insights to support key decision-making.

Be an integral part of a team responsible for the commercial and contractual performance of a project.

Support business objectives by delivering value for money in all circumstances.

Carry out duties efficiently, adhering to processes and procedures.

Ensure compliance with established commercial, procurement, and contractual strategies.

Take personal responsibility for complying with Environmental, Health, Safety, Security, and Quality Standards.

Operate processes for the selection, appointment, and management of construction and engineering contractors, individually or as part of a team.

Procurement responsibilities include advising on procurement strategy, assembling tender lists, preparing tender documents, managing queries, conducting tender evaluations, and preparing contracts.

Post-contract quantity surveying duties include scrutinizing interim payment applications, preparing certificates, managing change control, producing cost reports and forecasts, and assisting in early warnings, instructions, and compensation events.

Attend progress meetings and promote commercial awareness throughout the project.

Support dispute resolution processes and contract close-out strategies as required.

What We're Looking For

Experience in Quantity Surveying & Estimating, preferably in large-scale infrastructure projects.

Degree-qualified with ongoing or completed chartered status.

Familiarity with NEC contracts and cost management best practices.

Proactive team player with problem-solving skills and adaptability.

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company specializing in real estate, infrastructure, energy, and natural resources. We deliver impactful projects worldwide, transforming challenges into opportunities. Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset, and commercial management, among others. We are part of CBRE Group, Inc., the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm.

Join us to work on major infrastructure projects across airports, utilities, and transport sectors, with opportunities for travel and career growth. We offer a dynamic work environment, training, and the chance to shape the future of cost management.