Lead Cost Controller / Change Control - Life Science Construction

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

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working environment

Equal Opportunity Employment

Job summary

A global professional services company is seeking a Lead Cost Controller in Columbus, Ohio, for the Life Science Construction sector. The role involves implementing cost control systems, managing change orders, and requires over 8 years of cost control experience within construction. A recognized university degree in Construction Management or a related field is essential. The company promotes a healthy work-life balance and is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of cost control experience within construction.
• Strong understanding of project budgets and forecasts.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain a cost control system.
• Assist in the preparation and review of cost estimates.
• Evaluate and analyze fee proposals and bids.

Skills

Cost control experience

Data analysis

Project management

Education

University degree in Construction Management or related field

Job description

Lead Cost Controller / Change Control – Life Science Construction

Company Description

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries. Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success. Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions. We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world.

Job Description

Turner & Townsend are seeking an experienced Cost Controller / Change Control for the Life Science Construction sector. This role involves

• Implementing, administering, and maintaining a cost control system and procedures to track project budgets, commitments, expenditures, and forecasts for projects of medium complexity and value.
• Assisting in the preparation and review of cost estimates and providing cost information to support decision-making and alternative selection.
• Evaluating and analyzing fee proposals and bids, and providing recommendations for decision-making.
• Providing forecasts and cash‑flow analysis, maintaining and managing cost reports, and delivering regular updates on financial position.
• Assisting in the development, validation and maintenance of the project schedule.
• Developing reporting and tracking tools and generating cost reports on a regular basis, including evaluation of earned value.
• Building intricate spreadsheets for fast and accurate data manipulation of large datasets.
• Extracting and transforming data from multiple sources to support operational needs.
• Reconciling data to maintain a clean audit trail.
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

Change Control Duties

• Track and manage change orders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Assess and document the cost impact of each change order.
• Update project forecasts and budgets to reflect approved changes.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation for all change control activities.
• Coordinate with project teams to ensure timely review and approval of changes.
• Ensure change control procedures comply with company and client standards.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of cost control experience within construction.
• A recognized university degree in Construction Management or related field.

Additional Information

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

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.