Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor - Construction Management

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

From the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help 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 enjoy working on some of the most exciting projects in the world.

Job Description

Turner & Townsend is seeking a  Cost Manager  and / or Quantity Surveyor  to join our Tampa construction management team, supporting cost services across a portfolio of real estate projects, with potential exposure to other sectors. This position offers a hybrid work schedule, combining remote flexibility with in-office collaboration.

Responsibilities :

• Manage cost services across the full project lifecycle, from pre-construction through close-out.
• Advise clients on procurement strategies, vendor prequalification, bid evaluation, and appointment processes.
• Support the development of cost plans, budgets, and estimates for real estate and other sector projects.
• Prepare and review cost reports, forecasts, and budget tracking documents.
• Assess payment applications and change orders, and provide recommendations to clients.
• Monitor invoicing and ensure accurate financial documentation.
• Assist in benchmarking project performance and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Participate in final accounting, post-contract audits, and close-out processes.
• Contribute to post-project reviews and documentation of lessons learned.
• Prepare and maintain cost management tools such as Bid Analysis Sheets, Cost Estimating Software, and Take-off Software.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure alignment on cost-related matters.
• Support financial reporting for internal and client-facing presentations.
• Help maintain and update cost databases and benchmarking tools.
• Interpret construction drawings and specifications for cost analysis.
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

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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.

Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com / and  https : / / www.heery.com /

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