Cost Manager - Commercial Developer

Turner & Townsend alinea; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading management consultancy in London seeks a Cost Manager to assist with feasibility studies, manage tendering processes, and ensure accurate cost management across various projects. This role offers growth opportunities in a dynamic environment focused on sustainability and innovation.

Qualifications

• MRICS qualified or working towards.
• UK Cost Management experience within Real Estate/Property sector.

Responsibilities

• Assist with feasibility studies and procurement reports.
• Estimate and plan costs, present the final cost plan.
• Manage tendering, pre-qualification, and reports.

Skills

Communication

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

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Company Description

Our ambition, as Turner & Turner alinea, is to become the undisputed number one Cost Consultant in London. We are a data-led digital cost consultancy and an authority on the economics of sustainability, combining alinea’s distinctive approach, Turner & Townsend’s leading digital platform, and our combined talent.

Supported by our clear vision to disrupt the market by transforming service quality through a strong focus on cost advice, a platform of specialists, and a personable approach. This unique environment provides an opportunity for our people to develop their skills and careers, supported by access to a learning and development programme that is second to none.

• A unique joint force that will disrupt real estate cost management in London
• A data and digital led business, with an authority on the economics of sustainability, that will elevate our service
• A wide, diverse, and exciting portfolio of sectors and clients, strengthening our collective
• A market-leading practice focused on transforming performance and delivering great results for clients and staff, in a fun and exciting environment where people are proud to work
• A strong strategic and cultural fit with an ingrained entrepreneurial spirit
• Opportunities to accelerate your career ambitions with London’s preferred cost consultancy

Job Description

Turner & Townsend is a leading management consultancy in the Commercial Developer sector. We leverage our skills, processes, and knowledge to provide industry-leading services to our clients. Our extensive experience and databank enable us to deliver proactive, value-added solutions across projects involving hotels, residential schemes, and commercial offices.

Our projects range from complex small-scale initiatives to large new builds, each presenting unique challenges and requiring sector expertise. This diversity offers opportunities to develop knowledge, experience, and skills.

Role Responsibilities

• Assist with feasibility studies and procurement reports
• Estimate and plan costs, and present the final cost plan
• Manage tendering, pre-qualification, tender list, preliminaries, analysis, and reports
• Handle post-contract cost variances and change control
• Conduct cost checks and valuations, ensuring accuracy
• Produce and present monthly post-contract cost reports
• Input into value engineering
• Negotiate and agree on final accounts
• Interface with clients and consultants at all project stages
• Lead the cost management team, ensuring accountability
• Identify new business opportunities with existing clients
• Assist in producing bid documentation
• Improve cost management procedures, templates, and products
• Ensure key information and learnings are input into the internal database
• Track financial management using FMS
• Identify and refer ideas for process improvement
• Assess the quality and efficiency of commission management

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying
• MRICS qualified or working towards it
• UK Cost Management experience within the Real Estate/Property sector
• Experience working on larger projects
• Experience with new build and fit-out projects
• Excellent communication skills and client-facing experience

Additional Information

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to influence change.

We support our people to succeed both professionally and personally by promoting a healthy, productive, and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com

Role may include SOX control responsibilities, where applicable.

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Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Finance and Sales

Industries

• Construction

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London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago