Cost Manager- Commercial Portfolio

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

Below covers everything you need to know about what this opportunity entails, as well as what is expected from applicants.

With offices located globally, you're never far away from our services. Working from 118 offices in 50 countries, we make the difference to projects across the real estate, infrastructure and natural resources sectors worldwide.

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

Who are you?

You are a construction professional with a minimum of 3 years post-graduate experience working in a cost management role on large Commercial corporate offices or related fit-out projects.

On-site presence is required in the Midtown office 3 days a week.

Job Objectives :

• Estimating and negotiating change orders throughout the construction lifecycle.
• Manage and oversee multiple projects, all in different stages of construction.
• Provide estimate and cost planning to include producing and presenting the final cost plan.
• Review and participate with the design services team and general contractor in the development of the cost estimates.
• Reconcile changes and assist the general contractor to ensure that their data is accurate.
• Communicate or meet with general contractor and owner project manager to gather status information to prepare a cost estimate update.
• Prepare written comments to the general contractor’s submissions, including the executive summary.
• Coordinate all sources of cost information for cost discussions and suppliers direct from NPA, subs, quantities from A / Es.
• Inform and drive engineering priorities based on cost impact.
• Work proactively with minimal supervision to resolve scheduling issues.
• Manage cost checks and carry out valuations on larger projects. Complete timely, accurate cost checking and valuation processes.
• Participate effectively with post contract cost variances and the change control processes.

Qualifications

A minimum of 3 years post-graduate experience working in a cost management / quantity surveying role on commercial corporate interiors or related tenant improvement and / or fit-out construction projects.

• Ideally a college degree in Quantity Surveyor, Engineering, Construction Management with a technical focus or related technical field.
• Solid technical experience in all cost management areas; planning, estimating, pre-contract and managing KPI’s.
• US and international cost management experience is preferred.
• Proficient with collaborative software including CostX or other related cost-related software. Strong analytical skills and advanced proficiency using spreadsheets.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Suite : Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Drive.
• Polished individual who demonstrates excellent presentation, verbal, written, and communication skills.
• Passion and enthusiasm for construction and numbers!

Additional Information

The salary range for this full-time role is $110K-$130K per year. Ranges are determined by role and level and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary.

This range is a reflection of base salary only, not of a total compensation package. Please note Turner & Townsend reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on candidate’s experience and qualifications.

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.

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