Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 10,000 people in 50 countries. We work across real estate, infrastructure and natural resources sectors, specialising in major programmes, programme management, cost and commercial management, net zero and digital solutions.
Job Description
We are passionate about making a difference, transforming performance for a green, inclusive and productive world. As part of our team you will help organisations deliver and integrate new assets efficiently while setting asset strategies that support corporate objectives. You will also create safe, comfortable and low‑maintenance environments that are sustainable and practical for business operations.
Our Core Values
- We love a challenge
- We are stronger together
- We bring out the best in everyone
To support and progress our values, we have developed a market‑leading suite of bespoke digital tools (The Hive), champion a diverse workforce, offer role development and advancement opportunities, commit to social value and environmental issues, and provide professional development through industry‑leading professionals, RICS Chartership support and NEC accreditation.
Main Purpose of Role
- Act as the Commission Manager, responsible for end‑to‑end service delivery.
- Ensure client objectives are met through an effective cost management service.
Scope
Senior Cost Managers handle commissions of varying sizes, typically within the £10m to £50m project range.
Key Accountabilities
Commission Management
- Coach junior staff, allocating roles and responsibilities for effective cost management.
- Advise clients on feasibility studies and procurement options.
- Manage estimating and cost planning stages, presenting final cost plans to the client.
- Handle tendering and procurement activities, including pre‑qualification, tender list production, preliminary work, tender analysis, tender report preparation, and compiling contractual documents using The Hive, eTender Platform and other tools.
- Administer contracts, manage post‑contract cost variances, and apply change control processes, escalating major changes to the line manager.
- Peer‑review cost allowances, perform valuations on larger projects, and ensure timely, accurate cost checking and valuation.
- Produce monthly post‑contract cost reports via the Cost Control App and present them to the client.
- Input into value engineering and negotiate final accounts.
- Interface with the client, Project Manager and other consultants throughout all project stages.
- Collaborate with Turner & Townsend’s project management team during delivery.
- Lead a cost management team when appropriate, ensuring they meet all accountabilities.
- Utilise bespoke digital cost management tools (The Hive: Benchmarking App, CostX, Market Rates App, eTender Platform, Cost Control App).
- Implement the Embodied Carbon Calculator to produce carbon footprint reports.
- Support the execution of the NewLeaf strategy.
- Manage internal fees, internal job costing and resourcing requirements.
Marketing and Business Development
- Identify opportunities to develop new business with existing clients and report them to the appropriate line manager, using the marketing database effectively.
- Develop and maintain a professional network of peers and potential clients.
- Lead bid submissions.
- Identify ways to improve cost management procedures, templates and products.
- Participate in extracurricular activities, external groups, networking and CPD events.
Internal Management Accountabilities
- Knowledge management – input key information and learnings into the Turner & Townsend internal database.
- Process improvement – identify improvements to internal systems and processes and refer ideas to the line manager.
- Lead in support, development and mentorship of junior staff.
- Manage projects on D365.
Reporting
Depending on context, a Senior Cost Manager reports to an Associate Director, Project Director or Director.
Key Performance Indicators
- Commissions are managed to the right quality standards and are completed efficiently and on time.
- Service delivery on commissions aligns with the conditions of appointment.
- Good relationships are developed with clients and cross‑functional team members.
- Work as an effective member of the cost management team, taking responsibility for Assistant Cost Managers and Cost Managers when appropriate.
- Identify opportunities to develop new business with existing clients.
- Track margin levels on all commissions.
- Effectively cascade and retain key information and data.
Qualifications
- Ability to work autonomously.
- A self‑motivated individual who takes initiative and delivers to tight deadlines.
- Chartered Status.
- Confident and professional manner.
- Highly organised and able to prioritise own workload.
- Collaborative and able to build relationships across the business.
- Capable of working well under pressure.
- Delegate tasks to junior team members, aiding their technical development.
Additional Information
Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work where each person has the opportunity and voice to effect change.
We want our people to succeed in both work and life. 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, actively encouraging applications from all sectors of the community.
Our SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
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