Cost Manager - Hi-Tech & Manufacturing

Turner & Townsend; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend in London is seeking a Cost Manager to join the Hi-Tech & Manufacturing team. You will deliver cost management services across the project lifecycle—from feasibility and procurement through to construction and final account—with a focus on industrial, warehousing, logistics and advanced manufacturing projects.

As part of a market-leading team, you will gain exposure to high-profile schemes and collaborate with developers, occupiers and investors, with clear opportunities for

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in construction, cost management or quantity surveying.
• MRICS qualification preferred or relevant experience.
• Knowledge of procurement routes, value management and value engineering.
• Experience of Education sector projects would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates, budgets and cost plans.
• Support procurement and tendering activities, including tender analysis and reporting.
• Produce valuations, cost reports and cashflow forecasts.
• Manage change control and monitor project costs throughout delivery.
• Support contract administration and commercial management activities.
• Assist with value engineering and cost optimisation exercises.
• Participate in client meetings and build strong stakeholder relationships.
• Support the negotiation and agreement of final accounts.
• Work collaboratively with project teams to ensure successful project outcomes.

Skills

Cost management

Budgeting

Tender analysis

Valuations

Cashflow forecasting

Contract administration

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in construction

MRICS qualification preferred

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

Turner & Townsend alinea is looking for a Cost Manager to join our growing Hi-Tech & Manufacturing team in London.

Working alongside leading developers, occupiers and investors, you'll support the delivery of some of the UK's most exciting industrial, warehousing, logistics and advanced manufacturing projects. Our portfolio ranges from refurbishment and fit-out schemes through to large-scale distribution centres, manufacturing facilities and industrial campuses.

As part of a market-leading cost management team, you'll gain exposure to high-profile projects, supported by a collaborative culture and clear opportunities for career progression.

The Role

As a Cost Manager, you will deliver high-quality cost management services throughout the project lifecycle, from feasibility and procurement through to construction and final account.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates, budgets and cost plans.
• Support procurement and tendering activities, including tender analysis and reporting.
• Produce valuations, cost reports and cashflow forecasts.
• Manage change control and monitor project costs throughout delivery.
• Support contract administration and commercial management activities.
• Assist with value engineering and cost optimisation exercises.
• Participate in client meetings and build strong stakeholder relationships.
• Support the negotiation and agreement of final accounts.
• Work collaboratively with project teams to ensure successful project outcomes.

Qualifications

• Ideally Degree qualified in one of the following fields: construction, cost management or Quantity surveying.
• MRICS Qualification preferred and/or relevant experience.
• Good knowledge of construction industry technical matters, such as different procurement routes, value management and value engineering.
• Experience of working in Education sector projects would be advantageous.

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 affect change.

We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote 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 and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

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