Senior Cost Manager - Central & Local Government

Turner & Townsend; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global professional services company is seeking a Senior Cost Manager for their London-based team. The role involves managing project costs in the public sector, including refurbishments and fit-outs, while mentoring junior staff. Ideal candidates will have significant project experience and relevant qualifications.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Inclusive workplace

Work-life balance support

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of relevant project experience.
• Experience with JCT and NEC contracts.
• Ability to manage multiple projects effectively.

Responsibilities

• Leading the commercial delivery of various projects.
• Monitoring, forecasting, and reporting project costs.
• Mentoring junior staff members.

Skills

Stakeholder communication

Cost management

Change control

Valuation

Risk management

Procurement

Cost estimating

Education

Degree or HNC qualification

Professional qualification (MRICS)

Job description

Senior Cost Manager - Central & Local Government

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Company Description
Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries. We work across real estate, infrastructure, energy, and natural resources to transform projects and deliver impactful outcomes. Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset, and commercial management, among others. We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., and collaborate to provide leading project and cost management services worldwide. Visit us at www.turnerandtownsend.com.

Job Description
We are recruiting Senior Cost Managers for our London-based Communities and Local Government Cost Management Team, supporting projects in the public sector, including listed building refurbishments, office fit-outs, residential projects, and masterplanning. Responsibilities include:

1. Leading the commercial delivery of various projects
2. Establishing professional relationships with clients and project teams
3. Managing project costs and contracts in line with objectives and policies
4. Monitoring, forecasting, and reporting project costs to ensure budget adherence
5. Managing cost variances, contract cash flow, and timely applications
6. Collaborating with stakeholders to meet project KPIs and objectives
7. Managing contract changes and ensuring governance
8. Improving forecast and budget accuracy
9. Providing commercial support and ensuring final accounts are negotiated
10. Mentoring junior staff members

Requirements include:

• At least 5 years of relevant project experience
• Excellent stakeholder communication skills
• Experience with JCT and NEC contracts
• Knowledge of cost management, change control, valuation, risk management, procurement, and cost estimating
• Degree or HNC qualification; professional qualification (MRICS) preferred
• Ability to manage multiple projects effectively

Additional Information
We promote a healthy, flexible, and inclusive work environment, supporting work-life balance. Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. Visit our website for more info. SOX controls may apply. Follow us on social media for updates.