Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor - Manufacturing Construction

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

Job summary

A leading company in construction consultancy is seeking a Senior Cost Manager/Quantity Surveyor to manage client interfaces, provide cost management services, and lead project teams. The role requires strong communication skills and a background in construction management. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and 5-7 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of relevant experience in cost management within the construction industry.
• RICS accreditation or working towards it is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Estimating and negotiating change orders during the construction lifecycle.
• Managing cost checks, valuations, and post-contract variances.
• Producing monthly cost reports and final accounts.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management

Job description

Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor - Manufacturing Construction

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Company Description
From the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help to deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational projects covering the full spectrum of consultancy, project delivery and post-project operations.

With offices located globally, you're never far away from our services. With over 22,000 specialists in more than 60 countries, we blend local knowledge with global insight to tackle challenges of any scale.

Our team is dynamic, innovative and client-focused, supported by an inclusive and fun company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity and the quality we deliver. As a result, our people get to enjoy working on some of the most exciting projects in the world.

Job Description
Turner & Townsend are seeking an experienced Senior Cost Manager and/or Quantity Surveyor to serve as the primary, day-to-day client interface, ensuring client objectives are achieved through a value-added cost management service.

Ideal candidates will possess excellent communication skills, be comfortable in a client-facing role, and be self-motivated, driven, capable of working independently and as part of a team. This key position involves providing leadership, embedding company values, and promoting the organization’s vision.

Responsibilities

• Estimating and negotiating change orders during the construction lifecycle.
• Providing cost estimates and planning, including producing and presenting final cost plans.
• Collaborating with design teams and general contractors on cost estimates.
• Reconciling changes and assisting general contractors with data accuracy.
• Communicating with contractors and project managers to update cost estimates.
• Preparing comments on contractor submissions and executive summaries.
• Coordinating cost information from various sources for discussions and procurement.
• Driving engineering priorities based on cost impacts.
• Resolving scheduling issues proactively with minimal supervision.
• Managing cost checks, valuations, and post-contract variances.
• Managing contingency and cost impact logs.
• Developing and updating cost plans through design phases.
• Contributing to design and value engineering exercises.
• Reviewing and negotiating contractor and subcontractor pricing.
• Performing quantity surveying, cost control, and change management activities throughout projects.
• Ensuring effective management of cost variances and change controls.
• Producing monthly cost reports and final accounts.
• Maintaining as-built cost records for benchmarking.
• Mentoring talent and fostering team development.
• Exhibiting leadership and delivering excellent service aligned with company standards.
• Utilizing internal software for financial tracking and reporting.
• Implementing and maintaining company delivery methodologies and tools.
• Promoting a unified business culture that balances client, stakeholder, and societal needs.
• Adhering to SOX controls where applicable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering, or related field.
• At least 5-7 years of relevant experience in cost management within the construction industry.
• RICS accreditation or working towards it is preferred.
• Experience leading cost management on medium to large, complex projects.
• Construction consultancy experience highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of construction technical matters, procurement, value management, and engineering.
• Excellent communication skills.

Additional Information

• On-site presence requirements may vary based on client needs.

We promote a healthy, flexible, and inclusive work environment. Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity. Learn more at www.turnerandtownsend.com and https://www.heery.com/. All information will be kept confidential as per EEO guidelines.