Cost Manager & Senior Cost Manager - Central & Local Government

Turner & Townsend; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend is seeking experienced Cost Managers for their London-based team, working on impactful public sector projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cost management, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to mentoring junior staff. This role offers the opportunity to shape the direction of significant projects and work within a diverse and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant project experience.
• Experience with JCT and NEC contracts required.

Responsibilities

• Leading commercial delivery on diverse public sector projects.
• Monitoring, forecasting, and reporting project costs.

Skills

Cost Management

Change Control

Valuation Skills

Stakeholder Communication

Education

Degree or HNC qualification

MRICS preferred

Job description

Cost Manager & Senior Cost Manager - Central & Local Government

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 employees across more than 60 countries. We work with clients in real estate, infrastructure, energy, and natural resources to deliver impactful projects that improve lives. Our services include programme, project, cost, asset, and commercial management, among others.

We are currently hiring Cost Managers to join our London-based Communities and Local Government Cost Management Team, supporting various public sector projects such as listed building refurbishments, office fit-outs, residential developments, and masterplanning.

Responsibilities include:

• Leading commercial delivery on diverse projects
• Building professional relationships with clients and project teams
• Managing costs in line with project goals and policies
• Monitoring, forecasting, and reporting project costs
• Managing contract changes and ensuring project governance
• Mentoring junior staff

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of relevant project experience
• Experience with JCT and NEC contracts
• Strong cost management, change control, and valuation skills
• Excellent stakeholder communication
• Degree or HNC qualification; MRICS preferred

Additional Information:

We promote a healthy, flexible work environment and are committed to diversity and inclusion. Visit www.turnerandtownsend.com for more info. This role may involve SOX controls adherence. We do not charge candidates fees, and unsolicited CVs are considered property of Turner & Townsend.