Cost Engineer/ Cost Controller

Turner & Townsend; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm is seeking an experienced Cost Controller in Baltimore, Maryland. The role involves managing project budgets, providing cost forecasts, and supporting decision-making processes. Candidates should have 5–7 years of relevant experience and a degree in Construction Management or a related field. The position offers a supportive work environment that values diversity and promotes work-life balance.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of Cost Control experience.
• Membership in a relevant professional organisation (e.g. RICS, AACEI) is preferred.
• Certification or designation from a professional organisation is an asset (e.g. MRICS, CCP).

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain cost control system and procedures.
• Assist in preparation and review of cost estimates.
• Provide forecasts and cash-flow analysis.
• Evaluate fee proposals and provide recommendations.
• Maintain and manage the cost report.

Skills

Cost Control

Data analysis

Forecasting

Budget management

Spreadsheet skills

Education

Recognised university degree in Construction Management or related field

Job description

Job Description

From the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help to deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational programs covering the full spectrum of consultancy, project delivery and post‑project operations.

With offices located globally, you’re never far away from our services. Working from 133 offices in 49 countries, we make a difference to projects across the real‑estate, infrastructure, and natural‑resources sectors worldwide.

Our team is dynamic, innovative, and client‑focused, supported by an inclusive and fun company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity, and the quality we deliver. As a result, our people get to enjoy working on some of the most exciting projects in the world.

Who are you?

You are an experienced Cost Controller with 5–7 years post‑graduate experience looking for the next step or are currently undertaking a similar role in a similar environment.

As Cost Controller, you will be involved with:

• Implement, administer and maintain cost control system and procedures to track project budgets, commitments, expenditures and forecasts for projects of medium complexity and value.
• Assist in the preparation and review of cost estimates.
• Provide cost information to support decision and alternative selection.
• Evaluate and analyse fee proposals / bids and provide recommendation for decision making.
• Provide forecasts and cash‑flow analysis.
• Maintain and manage the cost report and provide regular updates on financial position.
• Assist in the development, validation and maintenance of the project schedule.
• Assist in developing reporting tracking tools and generates cost reports on a regular basis including evaluation of earned value.
• Build intricate spreadsheets to enable fast and accurate data manipulation of large datasets.
• Extract data from several sources, transforming it to fit operational needs.
• Reconcile data to support complete accuracy and create a clean audit trail.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of Cost Control experience.
• A recognised university degree in Construction Management or a related field.
• Membership in a relevant professional organisation (e.g. RICS, AACEI).
• Certification or designation from a professional organisation is an asset (e.g. MRICS, CCP).

Additional Information

*On‑site presence and requirements may change depending on our client’s needs.

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.

We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work‑life balance.

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.