Senior Cost Manager & Project QS — Build Profitable Construction

Turner & Townsend; Manchester; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend in Manchester is seeking a highly skilled Senior Cost Manager/Project Quantity Surveyor to join our construction projects division. You will manage costs, develop budgets and provide commercial leadership across complex projects.

Key duties include preparing cost plans, forecasting, procurement support, value engineering, and reporting on financial performance. You\'ll collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to deliver value and profitability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management.
• MRICS qualification or active progression towards it.
• Proven track record of managing costs for large-scale construction projects.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; able to present complex financial information clearly.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a detail-oriented approach.
• Proficiency in cost estimation software and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed cost plans and budgets for complex construction projects.
• Conduct thorough cost analysis and provide accurate forecasts throughout project lifecycles.
• Prepare and analyse bills of quantities, tender documents, and contract agreements.
• Manage the procurement process, including vendor selection and contract negotiation.
• Perform value engineering to optimize project costs without compromising quality.
• Monitor and report on project financial performance; identify risks and opportunities.
• Collaborate with project managers, architects, and stakeholders to ensure cost-effective delivery.
• Provide expert advice on contractual and commercial matters to internal teams and clients.
• Implement and maintain robust cost control systems and procedures.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to department growth.

Skills

Cost management

Cost planning

Forecasting

Bills of quantities

Contract negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying

MRICS qualification (or working towards it)

Tools

Cost estimation software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Turner & Townsend in Manchester is seeking a highly skilled Senior Cost Manager/Project Quantity Surveyor to join our construction projects division. You will manage costs, develop budgets and provide commercial leadership across complex projects.

Key duties include preparing cost plans, forecasting, procurement support, value engineering, and reporting on financial performance. You\'ll collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to deliver value and profitability.