Senior Cost Manager – Interior Fit-Out

Turner & Townsend; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend is seeking a Senior Cost Manager to lead cost management and advisory services for high-profile interior fit-out projects. You will manage project costs across the full lifecycle, from concept through procurement, construction, and close-out, with a focus on workplace, corporate office, retail, and commercial spaces.

The role requires strong procurement and commercial management experience, the ability to advise clients on market conditions, and leadership of a team of Cost

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline (see above) and professional accreditation such as MRICS or equivalent.
• 8–11 years of experience in Quantity Surveying, Cost Management, Commercial Management, or Project Delivery.
• Experience managing projects through full lifecycle from feasibility to close-out.
• Experience in consultancy, developer, or client-side environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost planning, pre-contract services, and cost estimation for interior fit-out projects.
• Develop procurement strategies and manage tender processes and commercial evaluations.
• Administer post-contract costs including variations, payments, and final accounts.
• Manage client relationships and lead cost reviews, workshops, and reporting to senior stakeholders.
• Lead and mentor Cost Managers, Assistant Cost Managers, and Quantity Surveyors.

Skills

Cost management

Procurement

Contract administration

Commercial management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying / Cost Management / Construction Management / Civil Engineering / Architecture / Building Services Engineering

MRICS

RICS

AIQS

CIQS

Job description

Turner & Townsend is seeking a Senior Cost Manager to lead cost management and advisory services for high-profile interior fit-out projects. You will manage project costs across the full lifecycle, from concept through procurement, construction, and close-out, with a focus on workplace, corporate office, retail, and commercial spaces.

The role requires strong procurement and commercial management experience, the ability to advise clients on market conditions, and leadership of a team of Cost