Cost Manager – Commercial Development Real Estate

Company Description

Our ambition, as Turner & Turner alinea, is to become the undisputed number one Cost Consultant in London. A data-led digital cost consultancy and an authority on the economics of sustainability, combining alinea’s distinctive approach, Turner & Townsend’s leading digital platform and our combined talent.

Supported by our clear vision to disrupt the market by transforming service quality through a strong focus on cost advice, a platform of specialists and a personable approach. This unique environment provides an opportunity for our people to develop their skills as well as their careers, supported by access to a learning and development programme that is second to none.

• A unique joint force that will disrupt real estate cost management in London
• A data and digital led business, with an authority on the economics of sustainability, that will take our service to the next level
• A wide, diverse and exciting portfolio of sectors and clients, which means we will be stronger together
• Market leading practice that is focused on transforming performance and creating great results for our Clients and People, in a fun and exciting environment where people are proud to work
• A strong strategic and cultural fit with an ingrained entrepreneurial spirit
• You can realise your career ambitions faster with London’s cost consultancy of choice

Job Description

We are recruiting for a Cost Manager who will work on some of Turner & Townsend alinea’s most prestigious and prominent mixed use real estate commercial development projects, with project values ranging from £millions to £billions.

Main Responsibilities

• Manage aspects of quantity surveying and cost consultancy including pre and post contract duties.
• Produce cost estimates and cost plans.
• Manage the tender process, review and analyse tender returns and prepare recommendations to the client as well as advice on procurement routes.
• Attend meetings, prepare financial reports and monitor on the status of projects.
• Ensure the project remains on budget from design to completion phase.
• Full post contract duties including establishing the effect of variations and evaluating and negotiating final account settlements.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with clients, maintaining the highest standards of professional competence at all times.
• Support junior team members to deliver our cost management service efficiently and effectively.

Qualifications

• Degree or Masters in Quantity Surveying or equivalent.
• Accredited MRICS member desired but not required.
• Experience of high value and complex projects gained in a consultancy environment.
• Workplace, retail, commercial or mixed-use sector experience desirable.
• First class communicator, capable of establishing and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Client-facing and enthusiastic about the industry.
• Knowledge and experienced in use of Microsoft Office packages, CAD and CostX.

Additional Information

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. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including career returners and those seeking part time/ flexible working opportunities totalling 22.5 hours a week or more. Although we will consider applicants seeking to work from home, travel to our London offices and project meetings in and around London will be required from time to time.

Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com/

SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

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