Senior Cost Manager - Life Sciences Construction

Turner & Townsend; Wilson (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend, a global professional services company, is seeking a cost management professional in Wilson, North Carolina. The role involves estimating and negotiating change orders, managing cost checks, and providing cost planning to deliver impactful projects.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in a related field and 5-7 years of experience in construction cost management, preferably with RICS accreditation. The position supports a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years of relevant experience in cost management in the construction industry.
• RICS accreditation or working towards it is preferred.
• Experience leading cost management on medium to large construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Estimate and negotiate change orders throughout the construction lifecycle.
• Prepare funding data presentations and coordinate VE sessions with stakeholders.
• Produce monthly cost reports for presentation to the client.

Skills

Cost management

Negotiation

Quantity surveying

Financial management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying or related field

Job description

Turner & Townsend, a global professional services company, is seeking a cost management professional in Wilson, North Carolina. The role involves estimating and negotiating change orders, managing cost checks, and providing cost planning to deliver impactful projects.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in a related field and 5-7 years of experience in construction cost management, preferably with RICS accreditation. The position supports a collaborative work environment.