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Turner & Townsend

Assistant Cost Manager / Cost Manager

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In-Office or Remote
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Mid level
In-Office or Remote
Hiring Remotely in India
Mid level
Provides pre- and post-contract cost management for construction, infrastructure, utilities, and engineering projects. Responsibilities include quantity take-offs, cost estimating, cost planning, procurement, tender evaluation, contract administration, cost control, valuations, variations, claims, monthly reporting, cash flow forecasting, final accounts, commercial negotiations, and value engineering. The role also involves stakeholder coordination and mentoring junior team members.
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Company Description

At Turner & Townsend we’re passionate about making the difference. That means delivering better outcomes for our clients, helping our people to realize their potential, and doing our part to create a prosperous society. 

Every day we help our major global clients deliver ambitious and highly technical projects, in over 110 offices worldwide. As part of our 2025 Vision we are putting Sustainability and Net Zero at the heart of our business. 

https://www.turnerandtownsend.com/en/about-us/our-purpose-and-values/ 

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

Role Overview

Provide pre- and post-contract cost management services across construction, infrastructure, utilities, and engineering projects. Support project delivery through cost planning, procurement, contract administration, cost control, and commercial management.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare quantity take-offs, cost estimates, cost plans, and budgets.
  • Conduct tendering, procurement, tender evaluation, and contract documentation.
  • Monitor project costs, valuations, variations, claims, and change control processes.
  • Prepare monthly cost reports, cash flow forecasts, and final accounts.
  • Support commercial negotiations and contract administration activities.
  • Liaise with clients, consultants, contractors, and project stakeholders.
  • Contribute to value engineering and cost optimization initiatives.
  • Mentor junior team members where applicable.

 

    Qualifications

    Requirements

    • Bachelor's Degree or Higher Diploma in Quantity Surveying, Cost Management, Construction, Engineering, or a related discipline.
    • Assistant Cost Manager: 2-5 years of relevant experience.
    • Cost Manager: Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in cost management or quantity surveying.
    • Strong knowledge of quantity surveying, cost planning, procurement, contract administration, variations, and final accounts.
    • Proficiency in CostX or equivalent cost management software and Microsoft Excel.
    • Experience in infrastructure, utilities, power, airport, rail, data centre, industrial, or commercial projects is preferred.

    Professional Qualifications

    • Membership or eligibility for professional accreditation such as HKIS, RICS, CIOB, or equivalent is preferred.
    • MHKIS and/or MRICS are highly desirable for Cost Manager-level candidates.

    Additional Information

    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/

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    Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review. 

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