Cost Manager/Quantity Surveyor - Water / Utilities

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dynamic Cost Managers / Quantity Surveyors to enhance their team in the water/utilities sector. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on UK infrastructure while fostering professional relationships and managing project costs effectively. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a solid understanding of NEC3 contracts, cost management, and construction practices. Join a company that values diversity and promotes a healthy, flexible work environment, where your contributions can help shape the future of vital infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and experience with NEC3 contracts.
• Knowledge of cost and change management in construction.

Responsibilities

• Contributing to project vision and building relationships.
• Monitoring project costs and managing contract changes.

Skills

Communication Skills

NEC3 Contracts

Cost Management

Change Management

Project Reporting

People Management

Construction Industry Practices

Education

Degree in a Relevant Subject

Professional Membership

Job description

Job Title: Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor - Water / Utilities, London

Client:

Turner & Townsend

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

9

Posted:

24.04.2025

Expiry Date:

08.06.2025

Job Description:

We are currently seeking personable, enthusiastic, and energetic Cost Managers / Quantity Surveyors to join our team. You will support our growth in the water/utilities sector, making a difference to our business and UK infrastructure.

Responsibilities include:

1. Contributing to Turner & Townsend’s 2025 vision.
2. Building professional relationships with clients and colleagues.
3. Administering contracts according to project policies.
4. Monitoring, forecasting, and reporting project costs.
5. Managing cost variance and contract cash flow.
6. Collaborating with project teams on deliverables and KPIs.
7. Managing contract changes and ensuring governance.
8. Improving forecast and budget accuracy.
9. Providing commercial support to stakeholders.
10. Negotiating final accounts.
11. Leading people and projects as needed.

Qualifications:

Ideal candidates will have:

• Excellent communication skills.
• Experience with NEC3 contracts (Option C preferred).
• Knowledge of cost and change management.
• Understanding of valuation, risk, procurement, estimating, and pricing.
• Experience with project reporting and collaborative approaches.
• People management skills.
• Knowledge of construction industry practices.
• Degree in a relevant subject (preferred).
• Professional membership (preferred).

Additional Information:

We promote a healthy, flexible, and inclusive work environment. Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. For more about us, visit our website.

Note: SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role. Join our social media conversations on Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

Important: Candidates must not pay fees for recruitment. Unsolicited resumes are property of Turner & Townsend and not subject to agency fees. Only agencies with a formal agreement may submit candidates.