Cost Manager/Project Quantity Surveyo...

Turner & Townsend Plc.; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Cost Manager to join their Manchester Real Estate team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on iconic projects across the Northwest, guiding clients through all phases of project delivery. With a focus on collaboration and excellence, you will be instrumental in managing costs, preparing accurate cost plans, and interfacing with clients and consultants. Join a company that values professionalism, quality, and continuous improvement, while promoting a flexible and inclusive work environment. If you have a background in construction and a passion for delivering high-quality services, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in cost management or quantity surveying services.
• Professional qualification preferred, such as RICS.

Responsibilities

• Assist with feasibility studies and procurement reports.
• Manage post-contract cost variances and change control processes.
• Produce and present monthly post-contract cost reports.

Skills

Cost Management

Quantity Surveying

Estimating

Procurement Management

Client Interaction

Education

Degree in Construction

HNC Qualification

Professional Qualification (RICS)

Job description

Cost Manager/Project Quantity Surveyor - Construction

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries.

Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy, and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero, and digital solutions.

We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with premier programme, project, and cost management services globally.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Cost Manager to join our Manchester Real Estate team, helping guide our clients and their professional teams on iconic projects across the Northwest.

You should have a keen interest in construction, with good knowledge from either a Main Contracting or PQS background, and an outgoing, collaborative approach.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting with feasibility studies and procurement reports
• Estimating and cost planning, including producing and presenting final cost plans
• Tendering and procurement management, including pre-qualification stages
• Managing post-contract cost variances and change control processes
• Performing cost checks and valuations on projects, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Producing and presenting monthly post-contract cost reports
• Negotiating and finalizing accounts
• Interfacing with clients and consultants at all project stages

Experience and Skills:

• Proven track record delivering high-quality cost management or quantity surveying services throughout project lifecycle
• Professional qualification (e.g., RICS or similar) preferred
• Degree or HNC qualification

Company Values and Vision:

We aim to create a work environment reflecting our culture and values: Professional, Quality Driven, Goal-Oriented, Customer-Focused, Continuous Improvement, Flexibility, Openness, and Integration.

Our vision is to be the leading global provider of professional services in natural resources, infrastructure, and property markets, rewarded for the value we create.

We promote a healthy, productive, and flexible working environment supporting work-life balance and inclusivity. Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer, celebrating diversity and encouraging applications from all sectors.

Role may include SOX control responsibilities, where applicable. Please note, it is against policy for candidates to pay fees related to recruitment, and unsolicited resumes are considered property of Turner & Townsend.