Cost Manager/Project Quantity Surveyor - Construction

TURNER & TOWNSEND-1; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services firm in Maidstone is seeking a Commission Manager to oversee cost management for projects in various sectors. The ideal candidate will have a track record in quantity surveying and relevant professional qualifications, including RICS. This role involves managing client relationships, overseeing tender processes, and utilizing digital tools to ensure project success. Competitive remuneration and opportunities for professional development are available.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Promoting work-life balance

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Working towards or achieved Chartered Status.
• Proven track record in cost management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end service delivery as a Commission Manager.
• Manage tendering processes and contractual documentation.
• Collaborate with clients and project teams throughout project stages.

Skills

Independent work

Self-motivation

Organization

Collaboration

Pressure management

Education

Degree or HNC qualification

RICS or similar qualification

Tools

The Hive

CostX

Job description

Company Description

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, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with premier programme, project, and cost management services worldwide.

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Job Description

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 10,000 people in 50 countries. We collaborate with clients across real estate, infrastructure, and natural resources sectors, specializing in major programmes, programme management, cost and commercial management, net zero, and digital solutions.

We are passionate about making a difference, transforming performance for a green, inclusive, and productive world.

Our work includes helping organizations deliver and integrate new assets efficiently, setting asset strategies aligned with corporate objectives, and creating safe, sustainable, and cost-effective environments.

OUR CORE VALUES

1. We love a challenge
2. We are stronger together
3. We bring out the best in everyone

To support these values, we:

• Developed a market-leading suite of bespoke digital tools, including The Hive
• Champion a diverse workforce and culture
• Offer role development and advancement opportunities
• Implement our NewLeaf strategy, focusing on social value and environmental issues
• Provide professional development opportunities, including RICS Chartership support and NEC accreditation
• Encourage multidisciplinary collaboration and support

We aim for our people to succeed both professionally and personally, promoting a healthy, flexible work environment that respects work-life balance. We support passions through sports, social networks, or new interests.

MAIN PURPOSE OF ROLE

• Perform the role of the Commission Manager, overseeing end-to-end service delivery
• Ensure client objectives are met through effective cost management

SCOPE

Cost Managers handle commissions typically ranging from GBP5m to GBP10m, across sectors like Healthcare, Education, HT&M, Retail Banking, and more.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Commission Management:

• Assist with feasibility studies and procurement reports
• Estimate and produce cost plans using The Hive
• Manage tendering processes and contractual documentation
• Act as contract administrator, managing cost variances and change processes
• Conduct cost checks and valuations, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Produce and present monthly cost reports
• Contribute to value engineering and negotiate final accounts
• Collaborate with clients and project teams throughout project stages
• Lead cost management teams when appropriate
• Utilize digital tools like The Hive, Benchmarking App, CostX, and others
• Implement embodied carbon calculations and support sustainability strategies
• Manage internal fees, job costing, and resourcing

Marketing and Business Development:

• Identify and report new business opportunities
• Maintain professional networks and assist with bid documentation
• Suggest improvements to procedures and tools
• Participate in external networking and CPD events

Internal Management:

• Ensure key information is documented internally
• Suggest process improvements
• Support and mentor junior staff

REPORTING

Typically to a Senior Cost Manager or an Associate Director.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

• Manage commissions efficiently and meet quality standards
• Deliver services in line with agreements
• Develop strong client and team relationships
• Contribute to new business development
• Monitor margins and data management

Qualifications

The Candidate

• Ability to work independently
• Self-motivated with initiative and deadline management
• Working towards or achieved Chartered Status
• Confident and professional demeanor
• Highly organized, able to prioritize
• Collaborative and relationship-building skills
• Ability to work under pressure

Experience and Skills

• Proven track record in cost management/quantity surveying
• Professional qualification (RICS or similar)
• Degree or HNC qualification

Company Values and Vision

We foster a professional, quality-driven, goal-oriented, customer-focused, continuously improving, flexible, open, and integrated culture.

Our vision is to be the leading global provider of professional services to natural resources, infrastructure, and property markets, creating value for clients and communities.

We encourage applications from all backgrounds and are committed to diversity and inclusion.

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