Cost Manager Quantity Surveyor Energy and Natural Resources

Turner & Townsend; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend is seeking a Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor to join their Energy and Natural Resources team in Houston, Texas. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality cost management services for construction projects, advising clients on procurement strategies and managing project costs throughout the lifecycle.

This role requires a Bachelor's degree in construction management or related fields, with 3-5 years of experience in the construction industry. Strong communication and proficiency in cost management software are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in cost management in the construction industry.
• RICS accreditation or in progress is valuable.
• Experience with medium to large construction projects is required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive Quantity Surveying services throughout the project lifecycle.
• Advise clients on procurement and contracting strategies.
• Manage estimating services and project costs against budgets.

Skills

Estimating services

Contract management

Communication skills

Construction management software proficiency

Risk and value analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field

Job description

Job Description

Turner & Townsend is seeking a Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor to join our Energy and Natural Resources team and deliver high-quality construction cost management services for our clients. The successful candidate will be proactive, results‑driven, and committed to upholding and championing Turner & Townsend’s purpose, values, and culture.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include delivering comprehensive Quantity Surveying services and providing advisory support throughout the entire project lifecycle. This includes advising clients on procurement and contracting strategies, preparing and managing cost estimates, overseeing cost control and financial reporting, administering contracts, and supporting project closeout activities.

• Provide strategic advice to clients on procurement routes and contracting strategies, ensuring alignment with project objectives and risk profiles.
• Lead and manage procurement processes, including prequalification of vendors, evaluation of bids and proposals, bid leveling, and making final recommendations to clients. Facilitate and chair bid interviews and manage the contract award and appointment process.
• Perform detailed quantity take-offs and prepare accurate Bills of Quantities (BOQs) in accordance with project requirements.
• Manage estimating services for full project by developing project estimates (relating to construction, fees, direct work and other costs), reviewing estimations prepared by junior team members, presenting estimates to client, presenting value engineering recommendations and risk assessments to client, meeting with vendors to review, validate, and challenge costs, and reviewing estimates by utilizing benchmark data collected from other projects. Monitor and control project costs against approved budgets, identifying variances and implementing corrective actions to maintain financial performance.
• Prepare, assess, and certify interim payment applications, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and timely cash flow management.
• Manage variations and change orders by evaluating, documenting, and negotiating adjustments promptly to mitigate risks and avoid disputes.
• Administer contracts in accordance with established terms and conditions, maintaining detailed and accurate records of instructions, approvals, variations, and claims.
• Prepare and agree final accounts by reconciling all project costs, variations, and claims, ensuring a smooth and professional project closeout.
• Establish and implement procedures for project handover, ensuring all contractual and financial obligations are met. Benchmark performance against other successful commissions.
• Manage all facets of the final accounting process and post contract audits and account close outs.
• Hold post-contract reviews with the client to establish a lesson learned document and apply lessons to create training manual.
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

Collaboration & Communications

• Collaborate closely with the Quantity Surveying Lead, clients, project managers, and project teams to ensure successful delivery of all cost and commercial objectives.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by driving process enhancements and supporting the development and advancement of Quantity Surveying services and internal project team capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering or field related to construction.
• Minimum 3‑5 years of relevant experience working in a cost management role in the construction industry.
• RICS accredited or working towards it is valuable.
• Experience supporting cost management on medium or large sized construction projects.
• Construction consultancy experience is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in measuring and cost management software systems.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of construction industry technical aspects, including preparation of Bills of Quantities (BOQs), contract and procurement management, risk and value analysis, and the administration of payments and financial reporting.
• Strong communication skills.

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

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.