Cost Manager / Senior Cost Manager - Major Programmes (Government)

TURNER & TOWNSEND-1; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in construction management is seeking a Cost/Senior Cost Manager to oversee high-profile projects including the development of new prisons across the UK. The role involves managing cost estimates, procurement, and financial reporting while supporting directors in project delivery. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in cost management and be able to handle multiple projects effectively.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Healthy work-life balance

Qualifications

• Proven track record in cost management across project lifecycle.
• Ability to manage multiple projects successfully.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates, procurement, and contract administration.
• Ensure timely financial reporting and valuations.
• Participate in cost variances and change control processes.

Skills

Project Management

Cost Management

Negotiation

Education

Degree or HNC level qualification

Job description

Company Description

The world is changing, and we have a responsibility to support that change, helping drive it and be part of it.

Through the commitment, capability, and care our team brings, we build trust between clients, suppliers, governments, and society. Delivering better outcomes that have a positive impact on the world around us.

We work smarter to face the challenges of the future; bringing the clarity that helps teams realize their full potential across the real estate, infrastructure, and natural resources sectors.

It's how we've made a difference for 75 years. Transforming performance for a green, inclusive, and productive world.

Job Description

Turner & Townsend is actively seeking Cost / Senior Cost Managers to support the delivery of new and exciting construction projects related to central and local government, including the development of new prisons across the UK.

Our cost management professionals handle commissions of varying sizes, typically leading or supporting projects ranging from £10-£50m, with appropriate support depending on the complexity. The successful candidate will also directly support Directors in delivering some of the most high-profile projects in the region.

Role Objectives

1. Pre- and post-contract duties including preparation of cost estimates, procurement and tendering, contract administration, variation, final account, etc.
2. Completing feasibility studies.
3. Estimating and cost planning, including producing and presenting the final cost plan.
4. Tendering and procurement activities, including managing pre-qualification, producing tender lists, preliminaries, tender analysis, tender reports, and compiling contract documents.
5. Ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting and valuations.
6. Interfacing with clients and other consultants at all project stages.
7. Participating in post-contract cost variances and change control processes.
8. Performing cost risk analysis and contributing to value engineering; negotiating and approving final accounts.
9. Contributing to team development by sharing experience with junior staff.

Qualifications

1. A proven track record of delivering high-quality cost management or quantity surveying services across the full project lifecycle.
2. Ideally professionally qualified (RICS or similar).
3. Degree or HNC level qualification.
4. Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects successfully.

Additional Information

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where everyone has the opportunity and voice to effect change.

We support our people to succeed both professionally and personally by promoting 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, actively encouraging applications from all community sectors.

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