Associate Director Cost Manager Quantity Surveyor Construction Management

Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Associate Director Cost Manager and/or Quantity Surveyor to lead cost management services for a key client or a portfolio of clients. This individual will be responsible for ensuring the successful delivery of services while effectively managing both internal and external stakeholders.

The role will support a a diverse portfolio of projects across sectors including data centers high-tech and manufacturing commercial and other mission-critical environments. It requires strong leadership commercial acumen and the ability to drive consistent high-quality service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead commissions and ensure service delivery is aligned with the conditions of appointment and company standards.
• Manage financial performance across projects utilizing internal systems to track margins monitor fee/resource forecasts and produce monthly financial reports.
• Develop and implement priority plans including risk mitigation strategies using internal tools and performance metrics (KPIs critical success factors and appraisal frameworks).
• Establish management controls and performance measurement systems aligned with company goals.
• Implement and maintain Business Management Systems (BMS) and company delivery methodologies to ensure consistency and best practice across projects.
• Undertake internal BMS audits and coordinate/represent the office during external certification audits.
• Build strong market knowledge acting as a brand ambassador and contributing to pipeline development and business growth.
• Advise clients on contracting and procurement strategies across multiple industries and delivery models.
• Support program-level capital planning and reporting.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and cross-functional teams.
• Participate in leadership meetings with the VP Directors and team members and prepare/deliver presentations as required.
• Provide regular updates on project performance staffing and initiatives including recommending solutions and obtaining leadership alignment.
• Identify and act on cross-selling and business development opportunities.
• Support proposal development and RFP responses for new client opportunities.
• Drive knowledge management by capturing lessons learned and maintaining internal databases.
• Attend relevant networking and industry events.
• Act as a role model for a one business culture balancing outcomes for people clients stakeholders and broader society.
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role which are to be adhered to where applicable.

Qualifications :

• Bachelors degree in Construction Management Quantity Surveying Engineering or a related construction field.
• Graduate degree in Quantity Surveying Cost Management Construction Management or Engineering preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years experience in a cost management role within the construction industry.
• Prior experience within a construction consultancy environment strongly preferred.
• Subject matter expertise (SME) in Quantity Surveying.
• RICS certification or equivalent professional accreditation preferred.
• Strong financial and commercial acumen.
• Excellent communication presentation and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.

Additional Information :

*On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our clients needs.*

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.

We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance. 

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.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time