Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor - Capital Projects

Turner & Townsend

San Jose (CA)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 150,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Turner & Townsend, a global professional services firm, seeks an experienced Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor to support large-scale capital projects in the San Jose area. You will deliver cost planning, estimating, and cost control across multi-phase developments, partnering with clients to drive value and efficiency.

The role requires 3–5 years in cost management or quantity surveying, strong communication, and Chartered status progress (RICS valued).

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Cost Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or related field.
3–5 years of cost management or quantity surveying experience.
Experience on medium- to large-scale construction projects; consultancy preferred.
RICS accreditation or progress toward chartership valued.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

Advise clients on strategy, manage vendor prequalification, bids, and award processes.
Develop detailed project estimates (construction, fees, direct costs) and review junior estimates.
Prepare cost reports and forecasts, track budgets and spend; maintain risk registers.
Review payment applications and change orders; advise on disputes and procurements.
Lead final accounting and post-contract reviews; drive continuous improvement.