Senior Cost Manager – Infrastructure Projects (Edinburgh)

Turner & Townsend; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and advancement opportunities

Flexible working environment

Supportive company culture

Job summary

A global professional services company in Edinburgh is seeking a Senior Cost Manager to manage and support various infrastructure projects. The role involves establishing client relationships, managing cost control, and delivering project objectives. Candidates should have a strong background in cost management and ideally hold a degree or equivalent in a relevant subject. The company promotes career development and offers a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in managing cost, forecasting and reporting.
• Ability to drive improvements in accuracy of forecasts and budgets.
• Experience with various industry sectors including transportation and utilities.

Responsibilities

• Establish relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Administer contracts in line with project objectives.
• Provide accurate project cost monitoring and reporting.
• Manage cost variance and contract cash flow.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure project deliverables are met.
• Lead people and commissions as needed.

Skills

Excellent communication

Contract Management (NEC3, Option C preferred)

Cost Management

Change management and control

Valuation

Risk Management

Procurement

Estimating

Pricing

Reporting

Collaborative approach and best-for-project attitude

Sharing best practice

People management

Commission management

Identifying and driving efficiencies and improvements

Good knowledge of construction industry technical matters

Education

Degree qualified (or equivalent) in a relevant subject

Working towards professional body membership or equivalent

Job description

A global professional services company in Edinburgh is seeking a Senior Cost Manager to manage and support various infrastructure projects. The role involves establishing client relationships, managing cost control, and delivering project objectives. Candidates should have a strong background in cost management and ideally hold a degree or equivalent in a relevant subject. The company promotes career development and offers a supportive work environment.