Senior Cost Manager – Transport & Utilities (Cardiff)

Turner & Townsend; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services firm is seeking a Senior Cost Manager in Cardiff to join their team focused on UK infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will manage cost monitoring, reporting, and administer contracts effectively. Required skills include strong communication, contract management, and a degree in a relevant field. This full-time position offers opportunities to significantly impact the business and public infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Establish relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Administer various contracts as per project needs.
• Monitor project costs and provide reporting.
• Manage cost variance and contract cash flow.
• Collaborate with teams to meet project deliverables.
• Handle contract changes effectively.
• Drive accuracy in forecasts and budgets.
• Provide commercial knowledge to stakeholders.

Skills

Excellent communication

Contract Management (NEC3, Option A, C & E preferred)

Cost Management

Change management and control

Valuation

Risk Management

Procurement

Estimating

Pricing

Reporting

Collaborative approach and best-for-project attitude

People management

Identifying and driving efficiencies

Good knowledge of construction industry technical matters

Education

Degree qualified in a relevant subject

Membership in a professional body

Job description

A global professional services firm is seeking a Senior Cost Manager in Cardiff to join their team focused on UK infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will manage cost monitoring, reporting, and administer contracts effectively. Required skills include strong communication, contract management, and a degree in a relevant field. This full-time position offers opportunities to significantly impact the business and public infrastructure.