Turner & Townsend
Become the leading global provider of professional services to the natural resources, infrastructure and property markets.
Senior Cost Estimator / Quantity Surveyor
Senior Cost Estimator managing cost planning, estimates, and client liaison.
Job Highlights
About the Role
Key responsibilities include estimating and negotiating change orders, developing and presenting cost plans, reviewing designs with contractors and the design team, and reconciling cost data. The role also involves managing cost checks, valuations, post‑contract variances, contingency tracking, and producing monthly cost reports, as well as leading value‑engineering sessions and providing commercial input during design optioneering. • Estimate and negotiate change orders throughout the construction lifecycle. • Produce and present final cost plans and updates. • Review designs with the services team and contractors to develop cost estimates. • Reconcile and validate contractor data and cost information. • Communicate with contractors and project managers to gather status for cost updates. • Prepare written comments and executive summaries on contractor submissions. • Coordinate cost information from suppliers, subcontractors, and design consultants. • Drive engineering priorities based on cost impact. • Resolve scheduling issues proactively with minimal supervision. • Manage cost checks, valuations, and post‑contract variance processes. • Track contingency, commitments, and funding data; lead value‑engineering sessions. • Provide commercial input during design optioneering and value‑engineering exercises. • Review and negotiate subcontractor pricing to achieve fair contract terms. • Perform quantity surveying, cost control, and change management throughout the project. • Produce monthly cost reports and ensure timely final account negotiations. • Compile built‑cost records for benchmarking purposes. • Identify, coach, and mentor talent to develop team potential. • Utilise internal software to monitor margins, forecasts, and financial reporting. • Implement internal business management systems and delivery methodologies. • Adhere to SOX control responsibilities where applicable.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸cost estimating
- ▸cost planning
- ▸design review
- ▸data reconciliation
- ▸value engineering
- ▸cost reporting
What You Bring
Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in construction‑related fields and have 5‑7 years of cost‑management experience on medium to large, complex construction projects. RICS accreditation (or progress toward it) and construction consultancy experience are preferred, along with strong knowledge of procurement routes, value management, and excellent communication skills.
Requirements
- ▸bachelor's
- ▸cost management
- ▸rics
- ▸consultancy
- ▸procurement
- ▸communication
Benefits
The full‑time position offers a salary range of $130,000‑$165,000, with a commitment to equitable compensation and a flexible, inclusive work environment. Turner & Townsend promotes work‑life balance, diversity, and equal opportunity, and adheres to strict policies against recruitment fees and unsolicited CV handling.
Work Environment
Office Full-Time