Senior Cost Manager/Project Quantity Surveyor - Construction

Turner & Townsend; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction sector is looking for a Senior Cost Manager/Project Quantity Surveyor in Manchester. This role involves managing costs, ensuring project profitability, and delivering value through effective collaboration and mentorship. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in quantity surveying and excellent analytical skills, with a focus on large-scale projects. Join a diverse team committed to a healthy work-life balance and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with large-scale projects.
• Knowledge of industry standards and contracts.

Responsibilities

• Manage costs and ensure project profitability.
• Develop cost plans and conduct cost analysis.
• Mentor junior staff and collaborate with stakeholders.

Skills

Communication

Analytical Skills

Team Collaboration

Organizational Skills

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying

MRICS qualification

Tools

Estimation Software

MS Office

Job description

Senior Cost Manager/Project Quantity Surveyor - Construction

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Company Description
Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries. Working across real estate, infrastructure, energy, and natural resources, we deliver outcomes that improve lives. Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset, and commercial management, controls, procurement, supply chain, net zero, and digital solutions. We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm. Visit www.turnerandtownsend.com for more information.

Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Cost Manager/Project Quantity Surveyor in Manchester to manage costs, ensure project profitability, and deliver value. Responsibilities include developing cost plans, conducting cost analysis, preparing bills of quantities, managing procurement, performing value engineering, monitoring financial performance, collaborating with stakeholders, advising on contracts, implementing cost controls, and mentoring juniors.

Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related; MRICS qualification or working towards; proven experience with large-scale projects; excellent communication; analytical skills; proficiency in estimation software and MS Office; knowledge of industry standards; experience in contracts; strong mathematical skills; team collaboration; organizational skills; adaptability.

Additional Information
We promote a healthy, flexible work environment respecting work-life balance. Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. SOX controls may apply. Connect with us on social media for updates. Candidates should not pay fees for recruitment. Unsolicited CVs are property of Turner & Townsend.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job functions: Project Management, Consulting, Engineering
• Industries: Construction, Civil Engineering, Business Consulting

Locations include Manchester, Altrincham, Warrington, Old Trafford, Salford, and Worsley, with recent postings from 1 day to several weeks ago.