Senior Cost Manager & Quantity Surveyor – Stadium Projects

Sccsinternational; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend in Manchester is seeking a Senior Cost Manager/Project Quantity Surveyor to lead cost planning, analysis and procurement on high-profile sports stadia projects. You will manage budgets, analyse costs, prepare Bills of Quantities, and drive value engineering while mentoring junior team members.

The role requires a strong track record in construction cost control, MRICS qualification (or progress toward it), and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related field.
• MRICS qualification or actively working towards it.
• Proven track record of cost management on large-scale construction projects.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in cost estimation software and Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of construction industry standards, regulations and best practices.
• Experience in contract administration and negotiation.
• Strong mathematical and financial analysis capabilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively while managing multiple projects.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Adaptability to fast-paced, dynamic environments.

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, identifying 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 estimation

Contract negotiation

MS Office

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Time management

Financial analysis

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying

MRICS

Tools

Cost estimation software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Turner & Townsend in Manchester is seeking a Senior Cost Manager/Project Quantity Surveyor to lead cost planning, analysis and procurement on high-profile sports stadia projects. You will manage budgets, analyse costs, prepare Bills of Quantities, and drive value engineering while mentoring junior team members.

The role requires a strong track record in construction cost control, MRICS qualification (or progress toward it), and excellent communication.