Cost Management Analyst – Construction Projects (Graduate)

Turner & Townsend; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend seeks a Cost Management Analyst for its Graduate Development Program in Franklin, TN. The role supports cost management across capital projects, including planning, estimating, procurement, and reporting, with exposure to SOX controls where applicable.

The program lasts about two years for recent graduates (less than two years’ experience), with competencies developed across core services and career exposure to leading market projects.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of industry experience.
• Bachelor's and/or Master's Degree.
• Preferred degrees include Construction Management, Construction Science, Project Management, General Business.

Responsibilities

• Support development of comprehensive project estimates, including construction, fees, direct work, and other associated costs.
• Engage with vendors to review, validate, and challenge cost inputs.
• Utilize benchmark data from previous projects to inform and assess estimate accuracy.
• Advise clients on capital planning strategies across large-scale portfolios.
• Provide insights to optimize investment decisions and long-term financial planning.
• Support procurement activities including vendor prequalification, bid evaluation, and bid leveling.
• Facilitate bid interviews and provide final recommendations for vendor selection.
• Oversee the appointment process in alignment with client objectives.
• Establish and manage cost reporting schedules and present cost reports and forecasts to clients.

Skills

Cost management

Vendor management

Capital planning

Cost estimation

Financial reporting

Change management

SOX controls

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Turner & Townsend seeks a Cost Management Analyst for its Graduate Development Program in Franklin, TN. The role supports cost management across capital projects, including planning, estimating, procurement, and reporting, with exposure to SOX controls where applicable.

The program lasts about two years for recent graduates (less than two years’ experience), with competencies developed across core services and career exposure to leading market projects.