Senior Cost Manager - Commercial Developer

Turner & Townsend alinea; London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading management consultancy in London is seeking a Senior Cost Manager to oversee feasibility studies, cost planning, and client interactions. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Quantity Surveying, MRICS qualification, and UK Cost Management experience in the Real Estate sector. This role offers opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Healthy and inclusive work environment

Equal opportunity employer

Qualifications

• Relevant degree and MRICS qualification are mandatory.
• Experience in managing projects over £10m is essential.
• Proven experience in new build and fit-out projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist with feasibility studies and procurement reports.
• Manage tendering and procurement processes.
• Produce monthly cost reports for clients.

Skills

UK Cost Management experience

Excellent communication

Client-facing skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

MRICS qualification

Job description

Senior Cost Manager - Commercial Developer, London

Turner & Townsend is a leading management consultancy provider to the Commercial Developer sector.

We offer industry-leading services to clients across projects including Hotels, Residential schemes, and Commercial Offices. Our projects range from complex small developments to large new builds, each with unique challenges requiring sector expertise, providing opportunities for professional growth.

Responsibilities:

• Assisting with feasibility studies and procurement reports
• Estimating and cost planning, including final cost plan presentation
• Managing tendering and procurement processes
• Handling post-contract cost variances and change control
• Performing cost checks and valuations on projects
• Producing and presenting monthly cost reports
• Value engineering contributions
• Negotiating final accounts
• Interfacing with clients and consultants
• Leading a cost management team when appropriate

Business Development:

• Identifying new business opportunities with existing clients
• Assisting in bid document preparation

Internal Management:

• Knowledge management and database updates
• Financial management using FMS
• Process improvement initiatives

Qualifications:

• Degree in Quantity Surveying
• MRICS qualification
• UK Cost Management experience in Real Estate/Property sector
• Experience on projects over £10m or equivalent
• Experience with new build and fit-out projects
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills

Additional Information:

We promote a healthy, flexible, and inclusive work environment. Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity.

Learn more at www.turnerandtownsend.com.

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Note: SOX control responsibilities may apply. Candidates must not pay fees during recruitment. All unsolicited resumes are property of Turner & Townsend.