Turner & Townsend
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Cost Management Specialists - All Levels
Cost Management Specialist managing project costs and contracts on infrastructure projects.
Job Highlights
About the Role
• Build professional relationships with clients, colleagues, and project stakeholders. • Administer contracts in line with project objectives and policies. • Monitor, forecast, and report project costs accurately to completion. • Proactively manage cost variance and contract cash flow, ensuring timely applications. • Collaborate with client and contractor teams to deliver KPIs, cost control, and value engineering. • Manage contract changes effectively while maintaining governance and best practices. • Improve the accuracy of forecasts and budgets. • Provide commercial expertise and support to all stakeholders. • Negotiate and agree final accounts. • Lead teams and commissions as required. • Share best practices and drive efficiencies.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸client relations
- ▸contract admin
- ▸cost forecasting
- ▸cost control
- ▸value engineering
- ▸change management
What You Bring
Our Manchester team is seeking Cost Management Specialists at all levels to broaden industry experience and advance careers in cost management. The role offers exposure to leading infrastructure projects across rail, aviation, marine/ports, utilities, highways and nuclear sectors, with strong training and qualification support to develop both operational and technical skills. • Excellent communication skills. • Experience with NEC3 contract management (Options A, C & E preferred). • Strong cost management expertise. • Ability to manage change and control processes. • Proficiency in valuation techniques. • Knowledge of risk management. • Understanding of procurement processes. • Skill in estimating and pricing. • Experience in reporting and financial analysis. • People management experience. • Commission management capability. • Familiarity with construction industry technical matters, procurement routes, value management and value engineering. • Degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject.
Requirements
- ▸nec3
- ▸cost management
- ▸valuation
- ▸risk management
- ▸procurement
- ▸degree
Benefits
Turner & Townsend fosters a collaborative environment where employees have a voice to influence change and enjoy a healthy, flexible work‑life balance. We are an equal‑opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from all sectors of the community. • Membership or progression towards a professional body.
Work Environment
Hybrid