Strategic Construction Cost Manager

Turner & Townsend; United States; On-site; USD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend seeks a Cost Manager to join our team in the United States to support construction cost services for a diverse client portfolio, including new facilities, modernization programs and retrofit initiatives.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of cost management experience in construction, with value engineering and procurement knowledge. On-site presence may be required, with a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction-related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant cost management experience in construction.
• RICS accreditation is valuable but not mandatory.
• Experience supporting cost management on medium/large building projects; consultancy preferred.
• Knowledge of procurement routes, value management and value engineering.

Responsibilities

• Advise client on strategies; manage vendor prequalification; assess proposals, bids and bid leveling; chair bid interviews; manage appointment process.
• Develop project estimates including construction costs, fees and direct costs; review estimates; present to client; provide VE and risk assessments.
• Establish cost reporting schedule; review cost reports and forecasts; manage budgets and spend with client; maintain commercial risk register.
• Oversee cost control processes; review change orders and payment applications; advise on contractor entitlements and dispute resolution.
• Oversee invoicing process; benchmark performance; conduct final accounting and post-contract reviews.
• Develop handover procedures and training materials.

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering or field related to construction

Job description

Turner & Townsend seeks a Cost Manager to join our team in the United States to support construction cost services for a diverse client portfolio, including new facilities, modernization programs and retrofit initiatives.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of cost management experience in construction, with value engineering and procurement knowledge. On-site presence may be required, with a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career growth.