Cost Manager

Overview

Company:
Turner & Townsend

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 130 countries worldwide. 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.

Cost Manager/Quantity Surveyor – Join the Future of Infrastructure with Turner & Townsend!

Are you ready to level up your career and work on major infrastructure projects that shape the world around us? Turner & Townsend is on the lookout for ambitious Quantity Surveyors/Cost Managers to join our dynamic team in the Midlands (with travel opportunities!). If you’re passionate about making a real impact in airports, utilities, and transport, this is your chance to work on game-changing projects while growing your career with one of the top global consultancies.

• Be part of something big – Work on major UK-wide infrastructure programs that push boundaries.
• Be recognized and unlock your potential.
• Flexibility & Variety – Work directly with clients or support multiple projects across the sector.
• Growth & Development – Get access to world-class training and work towards chartered status.
• Innovate – Shape the future of cost management with cutting-edge tools and best practices

• Manage and assist on commercial contracts, procurement, and negotiations in an NEC environment.
• Lead post-contract commercial activities, including payment approvals, cost assessments, and contract changes.
• Support contractors in keeping everything transparent and data-driven.
• Identify cost-saving strategies and optimize contract performance.
• Support key decision-making with data-driven cost management insights.
• Contribute to the project’s commercial and contractual performance as part of a team.
• Support the delivery of value for money in all circumstances and carry out duties efficiently per processes and procedures.
• Comply with established commercial/procurement/contractual strategies and environmental, health, safety, security and quality standards.
• Individually or as part of a team, operate processes for selecting, appointing and managing construction and engineering contractors.
• Procurement: advise on strategy, manage tender lists, prepare/issue tender documents, run competitive tenders, manage queries, contribute to tender evaluations, and prepare contracts.
• Post-Contract Quantity Surveying: scrutinise interim payment applications, prepare certificates, manage change control, produce cost reports and forecasts, assist with Early Warnings/Instructions/Compensation Events, attend progress meetings, promote commercial awareness, and support dispute resolution and close-out strategies as required.

• What We’re Looking For
• You’re a pro at:
  Quantity Surveying & Estimating, ideally in large-scale infrastructure projects.
• You’ve got the qualification:
  Degree-qualified and working towards (or already have) chartered status.
• You bring the knowledge:
  Familiarity with NEC contracts and cost management best practices.
• You’re a team player:
  Collaboration is key – we want proactive problem-solvers who can adapt to challenges.

At Turner & Townsend, we don’t just offer jobs – we offer careers. We’re growing fast, and we want you to grow with us. Whether you’re looking for mentorship, professional qualifications, or the chance to work on high-profile projects, we’ve got you covered.

Ready to take your career to the next level? Apply now and let’s build the future together!

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.…