Project Cost Administration - Lifesciences Construction

• Full-time

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over
22,000 peoplein more than 60 countries.

Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure,energyand natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects andprogrammesas we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success.

Our capabilities includeprogramme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions.

We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estateservicesand investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premierprogramme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world.

The Cost Administrator is responsible for supporting financial operations by managing cost data, tracking project expenses, and ensuring accurate reporting. This role plays a key part in budgeting, forecasting, and cost control processes to help maintain financial efficiency across projects or departments.

Monitor and track project or departmental costs against budgets.

Prepare and maintain cost reports, forecasts, and variance analyses.

Assist in the development of budgets and financial plans.

Review and verify invoices, purchase orders, and expense claims.

Collaborate with project managers and finance teams to ensure cost accuracy.

Maintain cost databases and ensure data integrity.

Identify cost-saving opportunities and support procurement efforts.

Ensure compliance with internal financial policies and external regulations.

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

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.

2+ years of experience in cost administration, financial analysis, or accounting.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Quick Books).

Strong analytical and organizational skills.

Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Experience in construction, manufacturing, or project-based industries.

Familiarity with cost control methodologies and financial reporting standards.

* On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs*

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