Cost Manager - Construction Management - job 1 of 2

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.

Turner & Townsend is seeking a Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor to join our team and support the delivery of construction cost management services for a diverse range of clients. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional to grow their career while working on impactful projects in the corporate interiors, industrial manufacturing, and data center sectors.

You’ll work alongside experienced professionals, contribute to high-profile projects, and gain exposure to all phases of the cost management lifecycle.

Responsibilities:

• Support the preparation of cost estimates, cost plans, and value engineering exercises across all project stages.
• Assist in procurement activities, including vendor prequalification, bid analysis, and contract award recommendations.
• Contribute to cost reporting and forecasting, helping to ensure accurate and timely updates for clients.
• Review and assess contractor payment applications and change order requests under the guidance of senior team members.
• Participate in project meetings, supporting communication between clients, contractors, and internal teams.
• Help maintain commercial risk registers and support the development of cost control strategies.
• Use industry-standard tools such as cost estimating software, take-off software, and internal benchmarks to support project delivery.
• Support final account close-out processes and post-project reviews.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure consistent, high-quality service delivery.
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in cost management within the construction industry.
• Experience working on commercial real estate or industrial projects is preferred.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with procurement methods, cost planning, and contract administration.
• RICS accreditation or working toward it is a plus.
• Construction consultancy experience is strongly preferred.

*On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our clients' needs.

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change. 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. 

Turner & Townsend does not accept any speculative or unsolicited CV’s that have been sent to our internal recruitment team or hiring managers from agencies outside of our preferred supplier list. Any speculative or unsolicited CV’s will be treated as a direct application. 

It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time.  

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It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time. 

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