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PA Lead (Project Costing/Accounting)
20080 Washington, District Of Columbia
Accenture
Posted 2 days ago
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At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people. Our 13,000+ people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations.
Join Accenture Federal Services, a technology company and part of global Accenture, to do work that matters in a collaborative and caring community, where you feel like you belong and are empowered to grow, learn and thrive through hands-on experience, certifications, industry training and more.
Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward!
**You Are:** Project Costing / Project Management Lead
**The Work:** As the **Project Costing/Project Management Lead** , you will play a pivotal role in driving the success of project costing initiatives. Your primary responsibility will be to lead and deliver end-to-end project accounting implementation, ensuring efficient processes and mitigating risks. You will collaborate closely with clients to gather requirements, design tailored solutions, and oversee the configuration, testing, and deployment of treasury systems. This role demands a proactive approach to defining and refining business processes, ensuring they align with organizational goals and industry best practices. Your ability to communicate effectively with vendors and stakeholders will be critical in delivering seamless and impactful solutions. To excel in this role, you will benefit from exposure to tools and methodologies related to Oracle Project Costing and Management systems and risk assessment frameworks. Familiarity with project management tools and techniques will also be advantageous, as you will be responsible for overseeing the entire lifecycle of Project Costing projects. Experience with process automation and system integration will further enhance your ability to streamline operations and deliver value to clients. A strong understanding of financial regulations and compliance requirements will be essential to ensure that all solutions meet the necessary standards. Your success in this position will be supported by a background in leading complex projects and a proven track record of collaborating with diverse stakeholders. Experience in designing and implementing efficient Project Costing and Management processes will be invaluable, as will your ability to navigate vendor relationships and negotiate favorable outcomes. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail will enable you to identify risks and develop effective mitigation strategies. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about delivering innovative solutions that drive organizational success
**Here is what you need:**
+ Oracle EBS Project Costing experience
+ Business Process Implementation experience
+ Vendor Management
+ Experience leading and delivering treasury and cash management projects
+ Business Process Implementation experience
**Bonus Points if:**
+ Certified Treasury Professional (CTP)
+ Certified Cash Manager (CCM)
+ Bachelor's Degree
**Eligibility Requirements:**
Must be a US Citizen (no dual citizenship)
As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of **California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Washington, Vermont, and the District of Columbia** . The base pay range for this position in these locations is shown below. Compensation for roles at Accenture Federal Services varies depending on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to office location, role, skill set and level of experience. Accenture Federal Services offers a wide variety of benefits. You can find more information on benefits here. ( We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.
The pay range for the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Washington, Vermont, and the District of Columbia is:
$126,300-$243,100 USD
**_What We Believe_**
_As a company wholly dedicated to serving the US federal government, we bring together the best talent to help reinvent how federal agencies operate and deliver greater value for their mission and the American people. We have an unwavering commitment to creating a culture in which all our people are respected, feel a sense of belonging, and have equal opportunity. As a business imperative, every person at Accenture Federal Services has the responsibility to create and sustain a culture where everyone feels welcomed and included. This is grounded in our core values and our experience that hiring and developing great people who reflect different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds is key to driving innovation and delivering the results that our clients and the country count on._
**_Equal Employment Opportunity Statement_**
_We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, more competitive, and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities. For details, view a copy of the Accenture Federal Services Equal Opportunity Policy Statement. ( Federal Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Additionally, as an Affirmative Action Employer for Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women._
**_Requesting An Accommodation_**
_Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired by Accenture Federal Services and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired._
_If you_ **_ _** _are being considered for employment opportunities with Accenture Federal Services and need an accommodation for a disability or religious observance during the interview process or for the job you are interviewing for, please speak with your recruiter._
**_Other Employment Statements_**
_Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States._
_Candidates who are currently employed by a client of Accenture Federal Services or an affiliated Accenture business may not be eligible for consideration._
_Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process._
_The Company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Additionally, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Company's legal duty to furnish information._
_California requires additional notifications for applicants and employees. If you are a California resident, live in or plan to work from Los Angeles County upon being hired for this position, please click here ( for additional important information._
Join Accenture Federal Services, a technology company and part of global Accenture, to do work that matters in a collaborative and caring community, where you feel like you belong and are empowered to grow, learn and thrive through hands-on experience, certifications, industry training and more.
Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward!
**You Are:** Project Costing / Project Management Lead
**The Work:** As the **Project Costing/Project Management Lead** , you will play a pivotal role in driving the success of project costing initiatives. Your primary responsibility will be to lead and deliver end-to-end project accounting implementation, ensuring efficient processes and mitigating risks. You will collaborate closely with clients to gather requirements, design tailored solutions, and oversee the configuration, testing, and deployment of treasury systems. This role demands a proactive approach to defining and refining business processes, ensuring they align with organizational goals and industry best practices. Your ability to communicate effectively with vendors and stakeholders will be critical in delivering seamless and impactful solutions. To excel in this role, you will benefit from exposure to tools and methodologies related to Oracle Project Costing and Management systems and risk assessment frameworks. Familiarity with project management tools and techniques will also be advantageous, as you will be responsible for overseeing the entire lifecycle of Project Costing projects. Experience with process automation and system integration will further enhance your ability to streamline operations and deliver value to clients. A strong understanding of financial regulations and compliance requirements will be essential to ensure that all solutions meet the necessary standards. Your success in this position will be supported by a background in leading complex projects and a proven track record of collaborating with diverse stakeholders. Experience in designing and implementing efficient Project Costing and Management processes will be invaluable, as will your ability to navigate vendor relationships and negotiate favorable outcomes. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail will enable you to identify risks and develop effective mitigation strategies. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about delivering innovative solutions that drive organizational success
**Here is what you need:**
+ Oracle EBS Project Costing experience
+ Business Process Implementation experience
+ Vendor Management
+ Experience leading and delivering treasury and cash management projects
+ Business Process Implementation experience
**Bonus Points if:**
+ Certified Treasury Professional (CTP)
+ Certified Cash Manager (CCM)
+ Bachelor's Degree
**Eligibility Requirements:**
Must be a US Citizen (no dual citizenship)
As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of **California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Washington, Vermont, and the District of Columbia** . The base pay range for this position in these locations is shown below. Compensation for roles at Accenture Federal Services varies depending on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to office location, role, skill set and level of experience. Accenture Federal Services offers a wide variety of benefits. You can find more information on benefits here. ( We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.
The pay range for the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Washington, Vermont, and the District of Columbia is:
$126,300-$243,100 USD
**_What We Believe_**
_As a company wholly dedicated to serving the US federal government, we bring together the best talent to help reinvent how federal agencies operate and deliver greater value for their mission and the American people. We have an unwavering commitment to creating a culture in which all our people are respected, feel a sense of belonging, and have equal opportunity. As a business imperative, every person at Accenture Federal Services has the responsibility to create and sustain a culture where everyone feels welcomed and included. This is grounded in our core values and our experience that hiring and developing great people who reflect different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds is key to driving innovation and delivering the results that our clients and the country count on._
**_Equal Employment Opportunity Statement_**
_We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, more competitive, and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities. For details, view a copy of the Accenture Federal Services Equal Opportunity Policy Statement. ( Federal Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Additionally, as an Affirmative Action Employer for Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women._
**_Requesting An Accommodation_**
_Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired by Accenture Federal Services and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired._
_If you_ **_ _** _are being considered for employment opportunities with Accenture Federal Services and need an accommodation for a disability or religious observance during the interview process or for the job you are interviewing for, please speak with your recruiter._
**_Other Employment Statements_**
_Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States._
_Candidates who are currently employed by a client of Accenture Federal Services or an affiliated Accenture business may not be eligible for consideration._
_Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process._
_The Company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Additionally, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Company's legal duty to furnish information._
_California requires additional notifications for applicants and employees. If you are a California resident, live in or plan to work from Los Angeles County upon being hired for this position, please click here ( for additional important information._
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Electrical Quantity Surveyor
78703 Austin, Texas
Insight Global
Posted 2 days ago
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Job Description
* Measure self-performance tickets, daily and weekly reports, checking for accuracy/knowing the scope, tracking how many people are working, crews, quantities installed, checking documentation for proof
* Validating invoices that they are getting from contractors
* Reviewing construction plans and preparing quantity requirements.
* Scrutinizing maintenance and material costs, as well as contracts to ensure the best deals.
* Liaising with site managers, clients, contractors, and subcontractors.
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: and Requirements
- 2+ years of experience within the construction/industrial space
o Electrical Focus
Come from that trade (foreman, electrician)
Cabling, substations, terminations, lights
amiliar with large electrical equipment
bility to fill in blanks of an electric scope
- Read and understand P&ID's, E&I drawings, loop drawings
- Understand requirements for lump sum, unit rate, and T&M
- Bachelor's degree in quantity surveying, engineering, management, or similar null
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion,sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military oruniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, andordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to
* Measure self-performance tickets, daily and weekly reports, checking for accuracy/knowing the scope, tracking how many people are working, crews, quantities installed, checking documentation for proof
* Validating invoices that they are getting from contractors
* Reviewing construction plans and preparing quantity requirements.
* Scrutinizing maintenance and material costs, as well as contracts to ensure the best deals.
* Liaising with site managers, clients, contractors, and subcontractors.
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: and Requirements
- 2+ years of experience within the construction/industrial space
o Electrical Focus
Come from that trade (foreman, electrician)
Cabling, substations, terminations, lights
amiliar with large electrical equipment
bility to fill in blanks of an electric scope
- Read and understand P&ID's, E&I drawings, loop drawings
- Understand requirements for lump sum, unit rate, and T&M
- Bachelor's degree in quantity surveying, engineering, management, or similar null
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion,sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military oruniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, andordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to
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Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor
46052 Lebanon, Indiana
Turner & Townsend
Posted today
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**Company Description**
From the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help to deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational projects covering the full spectrum of consultancy, project delivery and post-project operations.
With offices located globally, you're never far away from our services. With over 22,000 specialists in more than 60 countries ( , we blend local knowledge with global insight ( to tackle challenges of any scale.
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.
**Job Description**
**Turner & Townsend** are looking for a **Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor** to join our team and support construction cost services for our clients. The ideal candidate will be driven and promote our Turner & Townsend purpose and values.
**Responsibilities:**
+ Advising client on strategies, managing prequalification of vendors, assessing proposals, bids, and bid levelling documents, making final recommendations to the client, attending & chairing bid interviews, and managing appointment process
+ Manage estimating services for full project by developing project estimates (relating to construction, fees, direct work and other costs), reviewing estimations prepared by junior team members, presenting estimates to client, presenting value engineering recommendations and risk assessments to client, meeting with vendors to review, validate, and challenge costs, and reviewing estimates by utilizing benchmark data collected from other projects
+ Manage cost reporting by establishing reporting schedule, reviewing & presenting cost reports and forecasts, reviewing project budget & spend forecast with the client, developing & maintaining commercial risk register, and hosting periodic meetings with project team & vendors
+ Manage cost control process by reviewing payment application assessments prepared by junior team members, liaising with project managers to recommend contractor entitlements, reviewing requests for change orders from vendors & making recommendations to client, and using dispute prevention/management/resolution procedures to manage payment requisitions, change orders, and contractual disputes
+ Manage & monitor invoicing process
+ Benchmark performance against other successful commissions.
+ Manage all facets of the final accounting process and post contract audits and account close outs.
+ Hold post-contract reviews with the client to establish a lesson learned document and apply lessons to create training manual
+ Develop procedures governing handover of project
+ Perform all the duties above through the use/preparation of Bid Analysis Sheets, Change Control Forms, Cost Estimating Software, and Take-off Software
+ SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
**Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering or field related to construction.
+ Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience working in a cost management role in the construction industry.
+ RICS accredited or working towards it is valuable
+ Experience supporting cost management on medium or large sized construction projects.
+ Construction consultancy experience is strongly preferred.
+ Good knowledge of construction industry technical matters, such as different procurement routes, value management and value engineering.
+ Strong communication skills
**Additional Information**
***On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's 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.
Please find out more about us at and your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
#LI-MC1
Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects:
Twitter ( ( is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time._
_Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review._
From the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help to deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational projects covering the full spectrum of consultancy, project delivery and post-project operations.
With offices located globally, you're never far away from our services. With over 22,000 specialists in more than 60 countries ( , we blend local knowledge with global insight ( to tackle challenges of any scale.
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.
**Job Description**
**Turner & Townsend** are looking for a **Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor** to join our team and support construction cost services for our clients. The ideal candidate will be driven and promote our Turner & Townsend purpose and values.
**Responsibilities:**
+ Advising client on strategies, managing prequalification of vendors, assessing proposals, bids, and bid levelling documents, making final recommendations to the client, attending & chairing bid interviews, and managing appointment process
+ Manage estimating services for full project by developing project estimates (relating to construction, fees, direct work and other costs), reviewing estimations prepared by junior team members, presenting estimates to client, presenting value engineering recommendations and risk assessments to client, meeting with vendors to review, validate, and challenge costs, and reviewing estimates by utilizing benchmark data collected from other projects
+ Manage cost reporting by establishing reporting schedule, reviewing & presenting cost reports and forecasts, reviewing project budget & spend forecast with the client, developing & maintaining commercial risk register, and hosting periodic meetings with project team & vendors
+ Manage cost control process by reviewing payment application assessments prepared by junior team members, liaising with project managers to recommend contractor entitlements, reviewing requests for change orders from vendors & making recommendations to client, and using dispute prevention/management/resolution procedures to manage payment requisitions, change orders, and contractual disputes
+ Manage & monitor invoicing process
+ Benchmark performance against other successful commissions.
+ Manage all facets of the final accounting process and post contract audits and account close outs.
+ Hold post-contract reviews with the client to establish a lesson learned document and apply lessons to create training manual
+ Develop procedures governing handover of project
+ Perform all the duties above through the use/preparation of Bid Analysis Sheets, Change Control Forms, Cost Estimating Software, and Take-off Software
+ SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
**Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering or field related to construction.
+ Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience working in a cost management role in the construction industry.
+ RICS accredited or working towards it is valuable
+ Experience supporting cost management on medium or large sized construction projects.
+ Construction consultancy experience is strongly preferred.
+ Good knowledge of construction industry technical matters, such as different procurement routes, value management and value engineering.
+ Strong communication skills
**Additional Information**
***On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's 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.
Please find out more about us at and your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
#LI-MC1
Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects:
Twitter ( ( is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time._
_Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review._
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Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor
53140 Kenosha, Wisconsin
Turner & Townsend
Posted 4 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
**Company Description**
From the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help to deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational projects covering the full spectrum of consultancy, project delivery and post-project operations.
With offices located globally, you're never far away from our services. With over 22,000 specialists in more than 60 countries ( , we blend local knowledge with global insight ( to tackle challenges of any scale.
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.
**Job Description**
**Turner & Townsend** are looking for a **Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor** to join our team and support construction cost services for our clients. The ideal candidate will be driven and promote our Turner & Townsend purpose and values.
**Responsibilities:**
+ Advising client on strategies, managing prequalification of vendors, assessing proposals, bids, and bid levelling documents, making final recommendations to the client, attending & chairing bid interviews, and managing appointment process
+ Manage estimating services for full project by developing project estimates (relating to construction, fees, direct work and other costs), reviewing estimations prepared by junior team members, presenting estimates to client, presenting value engineering recommendations and risk assessments to client, meeting with vendors to review, validate, and challenge costs, and reviewing estimates by utilizing benchmark data collected from other projects
+ Manage cost reporting by establishing reporting schedule, reviewing & presenting cost reports and forecasts, reviewing project budget & spend forecast with the client, developing & maintaining commercial risk register, and hosting periodic meetings with project team & vendors
+ Manage cost control process by reviewing payment application assessments prepared by junior team members, liaising with project managers to recommend contractor entitlements, reviewing requests for change orders from vendors & making recommendations to client, and using dispute prevention/management/resolution procedures to manage payment requisitions, change orders, and contractual disputes
+ Manage & monitor invoicing process
+ Benchmark performance against other successful commissions.
+ Manage all facets of the final accounting process and post contract audits and account close outs.
+ Hold post-contract reviews with the client to establish a lesson learned document and apply lessons to create training manual
+ Develop procedures governing handover of project
+ Perform all the duties above through the use/preparation of Bid Analysis Sheets, Change Control Forms, Cost Estimating Software, and Take-off Software
+ SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
**Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering or field related to construction.
+ Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience working in a cost management role in the construction industry.
+ RICS accredited or working towards it is valuable
+ Experience supporting cost management on medium or large sized construction projects.
+ Construction consultancy experience is strongly preferred.
+ Good knowledge of construction industry technical matters, such as different procurement routes, value management and value engineering.
+ Strong communication skills
**Additional Information**
***On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's 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.
Please find out more about us at and your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
#LI-MC1
Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects:
Twitter ( ( is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time._
_Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review._
From the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help to deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational projects covering the full spectrum of consultancy, project delivery and post-project operations.
With offices located globally, you're never far away from our services. With over 22,000 specialists in more than 60 countries ( , we blend local knowledge with global insight ( to tackle challenges of any scale.
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.
**Job Description**
**Turner & Townsend** are looking for a **Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor** to join our team and support construction cost services for our clients. The ideal candidate will be driven and promote our Turner & Townsend purpose and values.
**Responsibilities:**
+ Advising client on strategies, managing prequalification of vendors, assessing proposals, bids, and bid levelling documents, making final recommendations to the client, attending & chairing bid interviews, and managing appointment process
+ Manage estimating services for full project by developing project estimates (relating to construction, fees, direct work and other costs), reviewing estimations prepared by junior team members, presenting estimates to client, presenting value engineering recommendations and risk assessments to client, meeting with vendors to review, validate, and challenge costs, and reviewing estimates by utilizing benchmark data collected from other projects
+ Manage cost reporting by establishing reporting schedule, reviewing & presenting cost reports and forecasts, reviewing project budget & spend forecast with the client, developing & maintaining commercial risk register, and hosting periodic meetings with project team & vendors
+ Manage cost control process by reviewing payment application assessments prepared by junior team members, liaising with project managers to recommend contractor entitlements, reviewing requests for change orders from vendors & making recommendations to client, and using dispute prevention/management/resolution procedures to manage payment requisitions, change orders, and contractual disputes
+ Manage & monitor invoicing process
+ Benchmark performance against other successful commissions.
+ Manage all facets of the final accounting process and post contract audits and account close outs.
+ Hold post-contract reviews with the client to establish a lesson learned document and apply lessons to create training manual
+ Develop procedures governing handover of project
+ Perform all the duties above through the use/preparation of Bid Analysis Sheets, Change Control Forms, Cost Estimating Software, and Take-off Software
+ SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
**Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering or field related to construction.
+ Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience working in a cost management role in the construction industry.
+ RICS accredited or working towards it is valuable
+ Experience supporting cost management on medium or large sized construction projects.
+ Construction consultancy experience is strongly preferred.
+ Good knowledge of construction industry technical matters, such as different procurement routes, value management and value engineering.
+ Strong communication skills
**Additional Information**
***On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's 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.
Please find out more about us at and your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
#LI-MC1
Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects:
Twitter ( ( is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time._
_Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review._
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Director - Quantity Surveyor / Cost Manager
90006 Los Angeles, California
Turner & Townsend
Posted 3 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
**Company Description**
From the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help to deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational programs covering the full spectrum of consultancy, project delivery and post-project operations.
With offices located globally, you're never far away from our services. Working from 133 offices in 49 countries, we make the difference to projects across the real estate ( , infrastructure ( and natural resources ( sectors 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.
**Job Description**
**Turner & Townsend'** s Southern California team is growing, and we are seeking a **Director level Quantity Surveyor / Cost Manager** SME based in Los Angeles to lead our SoCal team.
Working within our Real Estate Cost Management team, you will be supporting an impressive portfolio of construction projects for commercial, technology, hospitality, pharma, and industrial clients.
The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, driven and able to work independently as well as part of a team. In this significant position you will be responsible for providing leadership and direction, embedding, and promoting the purpose, values, and vision of Turner & Townsend.
**Responsibilities** :
+ Onsite / in-office work is required.
+ Coordinate/assist with the strategic and operational management of Cost Management and Project Controls Services in a variety of Property sectors, including commercial, technology, hospitality, pharma, and industrial clients.
+ Act as a member of the Senior Management team, to create and implement strategic and financial plans focused on the growth and development of the Business Unit.
+ Assist in the leadership of program and project level Management teams and manage staff levels on team to complete current and forecast project deliverables.
+ Participate in meetings with VP of Business Unit, Directors and staff and prepare and deliver presentations.
+ Develop a detailed understanding of the market, acting as a brand ambassador and creating a pipeline of opportunity.
+ Provide effective Line Management to subordinate professionals. Schedule and lead Regular 1:1 meetings, set Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and train, coach and mentor staff, including recruitment interviews, resource management and staff appraisals.
+ Work with business generation and senior management to construct bids/proposals for new work, and managing the bid teams.
+ Increase company revenue through contract renewals, referrals and service expansion, cross selling services and maintaining delivery quality to achieve profit goals and meet budgets.
+ Provide weekly updates regarding the status of projects, initiatives, and staffing, and propose solutions and obtain approval and agreement from management team.
+ Enforce and maintain the use of internal Business Management Systems and bespoke company delivery methodologies and tools in the office to ensure consistent delivery of best practice for Clients and the company.
+ Undertake internal BMS audits, and coordinate and represent the office for external audits undertaken by the external certification authority.
+ Direct process improvement to improve internal and client facing systems and processes, establishing new cost and project control tools, reporting and risk documents, and cost management templates and products.
+ Engage in financial management - Utilize FMS tools provided to track ongoing margin levels and monthly fee/resource forecasts for each commission and financial reports.
+ Develop priority plans including risk mitigation through internal tools, make performance measurements via Key Performance Indicators (KPI) and appraisal documents, management controls and critical success factors based on company goals.
+ Advise on contracting and procurement strategy to the benefit of clients over a variety of industries and procurement routes and program level capital planning and reporting
+ Facilitate value engineering, capital phase planning, risk and/or life cycle costing exercises for all projects/programs.
**Qualifications**
+ Minimum 10 years of relevant working experience in the discipline.
+ Degree holder in Quantity Surveying, or related field (Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, etc).
+ RICS qualified (MRICS) - Chartered Quantity Surveyor preferred.
+ Strong leadership skills; experience leading a Cost Management team, ensuring they deliver on all accountabilities.
+ Must have experience in Business Development/Generation.
+ Set a clear strategy and ambition for the team.
+ Display excellence in leadership and service delivery.
+ Proactive, quality driven, self-motivated and hands-on team-leader with the ability to multitask.
+ Excellent interpersonal and communication skills essential, ability to communicate well with clients and senior management.
+ Identify, coach and mentor talent to realize their potential and celebrate the success of others.
+ Experience in leading teams of professionals with a strength in growing and developing people.
+ Be a role model that drives a one business culture that achieves great outcomes by striking the right balance for our people, clients, stakeholders, and society.
+ Always acts with the highest integrity, caring for the safety and well-being of others.
**Additional Information**
**The salary range for this full-time role is** **$190K-$230K** **per year. Ranges are determined by role and level and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range is a reflection of base salary only, not of a total compensation package.** **Please note Turner & Townsend reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on candidate's experience and qualifications.**
**_*On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's 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._
_Please find out more about us at_ _ & Townsend does not accept any speculative or unsolicited CV's that have been sent to our internal recruitment team or hiring managers from agencies outside of our preferred supplier list or that have not followed due process. Any speculative or unsolicited CV's will be treated as a direct application._
_All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines._
#LI-MB1
Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects:
Twitter ( ( is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time._
_Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review._
From the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help to deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational programs covering the full spectrum of consultancy, project delivery and post-project operations.
With offices located globally, you're never far away from our services. Working from 133 offices in 49 countries, we make the difference to projects across the real estate ( , infrastructure ( and natural resources ( sectors 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.
**Job Description**
**Turner & Townsend'** s Southern California team is growing, and we are seeking a **Director level Quantity Surveyor / Cost Manager** SME based in Los Angeles to lead our SoCal team.
Working within our Real Estate Cost Management team, you will be supporting an impressive portfolio of construction projects for commercial, technology, hospitality, pharma, and industrial clients.
The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, driven and able to work independently as well as part of a team. In this significant position you will be responsible for providing leadership and direction, embedding, and promoting the purpose, values, and vision of Turner & Townsend.
**Responsibilities** :
+ Onsite / in-office work is required.
+ Coordinate/assist with the strategic and operational management of Cost Management and Project Controls Services in a variety of Property sectors, including commercial, technology, hospitality, pharma, and industrial clients.
+ Act as a member of the Senior Management team, to create and implement strategic and financial plans focused on the growth and development of the Business Unit.
+ Assist in the leadership of program and project level Management teams and manage staff levels on team to complete current and forecast project deliverables.
+ Participate in meetings with VP of Business Unit, Directors and staff and prepare and deliver presentations.
+ Develop a detailed understanding of the market, acting as a brand ambassador and creating a pipeline of opportunity.
+ Provide effective Line Management to subordinate professionals. Schedule and lead Regular 1:1 meetings, set Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and train, coach and mentor staff, including recruitment interviews, resource management and staff appraisals.
+ Work with business generation and senior management to construct bids/proposals for new work, and managing the bid teams.
+ Increase company revenue through contract renewals, referrals and service expansion, cross selling services and maintaining delivery quality to achieve profit goals and meet budgets.
+ Provide weekly updates regarding the status of projects, initiatives, and staffing, and propose solutions and obtain approval and agreement from management team.
+ Enforce and maintain the use of internal Business Management Systems and bespoke company delivery methodologies and tools in the office to ensure consistent delivery of best practice for Clients and the company.
+ Undertake internal BMS audits, and coordinate and represent the office for external audits undertaken by the external certification authority.
+ Direct process improvement to improve internal and client facing systems and processes, establishing new cost and project control tools, reporting and risk documents, and cost management templates and products.
+ Engage in financial management - Utilize FMS tools provided to track ongoing margin levels and monthly fee/resource forecasts for each commission and financial reports.
+ Develop priority plans including risk mitigation through internal tools, make performance measurements via Key Performance Indicators (KPI) and appraisal documents, management controls and critical success factors based on company goals.
+ Advise on contracting and procurement strategy to the benefit of clients over a variety of industries and procurement routes and program level capital planning and reporting
+ Facilitate value engineering, capital phase planning, risk and/or life cycle costing exercises for all projects/programs.
**Qualifications**
+ Minimum 10 years of relevant working experience in the discipline.
+ Degree holder in Quantity Surveying, or related field (Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, etc).
+ RICS qualified (MRICS) - Chartered Quantity Surveyor preferred.
+ Strong leadership skills; experience leading a Cost Management team, ensuring they deliver on all accountabilities.
+ Must have experience in Business Development/Generation.
+ Set a clear strategy and ambition for the team.
+ Display excellence in leadership and service delivery.
+ Proactive, quality driven, self-motivated and hands-on team-leader with the ability to multitask.
+ Excellent interpersonal and communication skills essential, ability to communicate well with clients and senior management.
+ Identify, coach and mentor talent to realize their potential and celebrate the success of others.
+ Experience in leading teams of professionals with a strength in growing and developing people.
+ Be a role model that drives a one business culture that achieves great outcomes by striking the right balance for our people, clients, stakeholders, and society.
+ Always acts with the highest integrity, caring for the safety and well-being of others.
**Additional Information**
**The salary range for this full-time role is** **$190K-$230K** **per year. Ranges are determined by role and level and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range is a reflection of base salary only, not of a total compensation package.** **Please note Turner & Townsend reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on candidate's experience and qualifications.**
**_*On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's 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._
_Please find out more about us at_ _ & Townsend does not accept any speculative or unsolicited CV's that have been sent to our internal recruitment team or hiring managers from agencies outside of our preferred supplier list or that have not followed due process. Any speculative or unsolicited CV's will be treated as a direct application._
_All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines._
#LI-MB1
Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects:
Twitter ( ( is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time._
_Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review._
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Quantity Surveyor - Life Science Construction
77007 Houston, Texas
Turner & Townsend
Posted 5 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
**Company Description**
From the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational projects covering the full spectrum of consultancy, project delivery and post-project operations.
With offices located globally, you're never far away from our services. With over 22,000 specialists in more than 60 countries ( , we blend local knowledge with global insight ( to tackle challenges of any scale.
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 enjoy working on some of the most exciting projects in the world.
**Job Description**
**Turner & Townsend** are looking for a **Quantity Surveyor** to join our team and support construction cost services for our clients. The ideal candidate will be driven and promote our Turner & Townsend purpose and values.
**Responsibilities:**
+ Advising client on strategies, managing prequalification of vendors, assessing proposals, bids, and bid levelling documents, making final recommendations to the client, attending & chairing bid interviews, and managing appointment process
+ Manage estimating services for full project by developing project estimates (relating to construction, fees, direct work and other costs), reviewing estimations prepared by junior team members, presenting estimates to client, presenting value engineering recommendations and risk assessments to client, meeting with vendors to review, validate, and challenge costs, and reviewing estimates by utilizing benchmark data collected from other projects
+ Manage cost reporting by establishing reporting schedule, reviewing & presenting cost reports and forecasts, reviewing project budget & spend forecast with the client, developing & maintaining commercial risk register, and hosting periodic meetings with project team & vendors
+ Manage cost control process by reviewing payment application assessments prepared by junior team members, liaising with project managers to recommend contractor entitlements, reviewing requests for change orders from vendors & making recommendations to client, and using dispute prevention/management/resolution procedures to manage payment requisitions, change orders, and contractual disputes
+ Manage & monitor invoicing process
+ Benchmark performance against other successful commissions.
+ Manage all facets of the final accounting process and post contract audits and account close outs.
+ Hold post-contract reviews with the client to establish a lesson learned document and apply lessons to create training manual
+ Develop procedures governing handover of project
+ Perform all the duties above through the use/preparation of Bid Analysis Sheets, Change Control Forms, Cost Estimating Software, and Take-off Software
+ SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
**Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering or field related to construction.
+ Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience working in a cost management role in the construction industry.
+ RICS accredited or working towards it is valuable.
+ Experience supporting cost management on medium or large sized construction projects.
+ Construction consultancy experience is strongly preferred.
+ Good knowledge of construction industry technical matters, such as different procurement routes, value management and value engineering.
+ Strong communication skills.
**Additional Information**
***On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's 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.
Please find out more about us at & Townsend does not accept any speculative or unsolicited CV's that have been sent to our internal recruitment team or hiring managers from agencies outside of our preferred supplier list or that have not followed due process. Any speculative or unsolicited CV's will be treated as a direct application.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
#LI-MC1
Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects:
Twitter ( ( is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time._
_Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review._
From the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational projects covering the full spectrum of consultancy, project delivery and post-project operations.
With offices located globally, you're never far away from our services. With over 22,000 specialists in more than 60 countries ( , we blend local knowledge with global insight ( to tackle challenges of any scale.
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 enjoy working on some of the most exciting projects in the world.
**Job Description**
**Turner & Townsend** are looking for a **Quantity Surveyor** to join our team and support construction cost services for our clients. The ideal candidate will be driven and promote our Turner & Townsend purpose and values.
**Responsibilities:**
+ Advising client on strategies, managing prequalification of vendors, assessing proposals, bids, and bid levelling documents, making final recommendations to the client, attending & chairing bid interviews, and managing appointment process
+ Manage estimating services for full project by developing project estimates (relating to construction, fees, direct work and other costs), reviewing estimations prepared by junior team members, presenting estimates to client, presenting value engineering recommendations and risk assessments to client, meeting with vendors to review, validate, and challenge costs, and reviewing estimates by utilizing benchmark data collected from other projects
+ Manage cost reporting by establishing reporting schedule, reviewing & presenting cost reports and forecasts, reviewing project budget & spend forecast with the client, developing & maintaining commercial risk register, and hosting periodic meetings with project team & vendors
+ Manage cost control process by reviewing payment application assessments prepared by junior team members, liaising with project managers to recommend contractor entitlements, reviewing requests for change orders from vendors & making recommendations to client, and using dispute prevention/management/resolution procedures to manage payment requisitions, change orders, and contractual disputes
+ Manage & monitor invoicing process
+ Benchmark performance against other successful commissions.
+ Manage all facets of the final accounting process and post contract audits and account close outs.
+ Hold post-contract reviews with the client to establish a lesson learned document and apply lessons to create training manual
+ Develop procedures governing handover of project
+ Perform all the duties above through the use/preparation of Bid Analysis Sheets, Change Control Forms, Cost Estimating Software, and Take-off Software
+ SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
**Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering or field related to construction.
+ Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience working in a cost management role in the construction industry.
+ RICS accredited or working towards it is valuable.
+ Experience supporting cost management on medium or large sized construction projects.
+ Construction consultancy experience is strongly preferred.
+ Good knowledge of construction industry technical matters, such as different procurement routes, value management and value engineering.
+ Strong communication skills.
**Additional Information**
***On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's 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.
Please find out more about us at & Townsend does not accept any speculative or unsolicited CV's that have been sent to our internal recruitment team or hiring managers from agencies outside of our preferred supplier list or that have not followed due process. Any speculative or unsolicited CV's will be treated as a direct application.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
#LI-MC1
Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects:
Twitter ( ( is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time._
_Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review._
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5
Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor
77007 Houston, Texas
Turner & Townsend
Posted 5 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
**Company Description**
From the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help to deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational projects covering the full spectrum of consultancy, project delivery and post-project operations.
With offices located globally, you're never far away from our services. With over 22,000 specialists in more than 60 countries, we blend local knowledge with global insight to tackle challenges of any scale.
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.
**Job Description**
**Turner & Townsend** are looking for an experienced **Senior Cost Manager and/or Quantity Surveyor** to act as the key, day to day client interface, ensuring that client objectives are met through the delivery of a value-added cost management service.
To be successful in this role you must have great communication skills and be comfortable operating in a client-facing role. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, driven and able to work independently as well as part of a team. In this significant position you will be responsible for providing leadership and direction, embedding, and promoting the purpose, values, and vision of Turner & Townsend.
**Responsibilities:**
+ Estimating and negotiating change orders throughout the construction lifecycle.
+ Provide estimate and cost planning to include producing and presenting the final cost plan.
+ Review and participate with the design services team and general contractor in the development of cost estimates.
+ Reconcile changes and assist the general contractor to ensure that their data is accurate.
+ Communicate or meet with the general contractor and owner project manager to gather status information to prepare a cost estimate update.
+ Prepare written comments to the general contractor's submissions, including the executive summary.
+ Coordinate all sources of cost information for cost discussions and suppliers direct from NPA, subs, quantities from A/Es.
+ Inform and drive engineering priorities based on cost impact.
+ Work proactively with minimal supervision to resolve scheduling issues.
+ Manage cost checks and carry out valuations on larger projects. Complete timely, accurate cost checking and valuation processes.
+ Participate effectively with post contract cost variances and the change control processes.
+ Manage Cost impact / contingency management and commitment tracking logs.
+ Prepare funding data presentations and coordinate VE sessions with stakeholders.
+ Developing cost plans and estimates through the design phase, delivering updated cost plans at appropriate design milestones.
+ Providing commercial input to design optioneering and input into value engineering exercises.
+ Reviewing contractor and subcontractor pricing and leading negotiations on behalf of the client to drive fair contract prices.
+ Performing quantity surveying, cost controls, and change management activities throughout the project lifecycle.
+ Ensuring that post-contract cost variances and change control processes are managed effectively.
+ Ensuring that cost auditing and valuation work is managed effectively and that a robust process for cost validation is in place.
+ Carrying out the production of monthly cost reports for presentation to the client.
+ Ensuring that final accounts are negotiated and agreed upon in a timely manner.
+ Compiling built cost estimate records for benchmarking purposes.
+ Identify, coach and mentor talent to realize their potential and celebrate the success of others.
+ Display excellence in leadership and service delivery on commissions is in line with the conditions of appointment
+ Financial Management - Utilize internal software to track ongoing margin levels and monthly fee/resource forecasts for each commission and financial reports
+ Implement and maintain the use of internal Business Management Systems and company delivery methodologies and tools in the office to ensure consistent delivery of best practice for Clients and the company
+ Be a role model that drives a one business culture that achieves great outcomes by striking the right balance for our people, clients, stakeholders, and society.
+ SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
**Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering or field related to construction.
+ Minimum 5-7 years of relevant experience working in a cost management role in the construction industry.
+ RICS accredited or working towards it is preferred.
+ Experience of leading cost management on medium or large sized construction projects of medium to high complexity.
+ Construction consultancy experience is strongly preferred.
+ Good knowledge of construction industry technical matters, such as different procurement routes, value management, and value engineering.
+ Excellent communication skills.
**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._
_Please find out more about us at your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines._
#LI-LT1
Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects:
Twitter ( ( is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time._
_Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review._
From the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help to deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational projects covering the full spectrum of consultancy, project delivery and post-project operations.
With offices located globally, you're never far away from our services. With over 22,000 specialists in more than 60 countries, we blend local knowledge with global insight to tackle challenges of any scale.
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.
**Job Description**
**Turner & Townsend** are looking for an experienced **Senior Cost Manager and/or Quantity Surveyor** to act as the key, day to day client interface, ensuring that client objectives are met through the delivery of a value-added cost management service.
To be successful in this role you must have great communication skills and be comfortable operating in a client-facing role. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, driven and able to work independently as well as part of a team. In this significant position you will be responsible for providing leadership and direction, embedding, and promoting the purpose, values, and vision of Turner & Townsend.
**Responsibilities:**
+ Estimating and negotiating change orders throughout the construction lifecycle.
+ Provide estimate and cost planning to include producing and presenting the final cost plan.
+ Review and participate with the design services team and general contractor in the development of cost estimates.
+ Reconcile changes and assist the general contractor to ensure that their data is accurate.
+ Communicate or meet with the general contractor and owner project manager to gather status information to prepare a cost estimate update.
+ Prepare written comments to the general contractor's submissions, including the executive summary.
+ Coordinate all sources of cost information for cost discussions and suppliers direct from NPA, subs, quantities from A/Es.
+ Inform and drive engineering priorities based on cost impact.
+ Work proactively with minimal supervision to resolve scheduling issues.
+ Manage cost checks and carry out valuations on larger projects. Complete timely, accurate cost checking and valuation processes.
+ Participate effectively with post contract cost variances and the change control processes.
+ Manage Cost impact / contingency management and commitment tracking logs.
+ Prepare funding data presentations and coordinate VE sessions with stakeholders.
+ Developing cost plans and estimates through the design phase, delivering updated cost plans at appropriate design milestones.
+ Providing commercial input to design optioneering and input into value engineering exercises.
+ Reviewing contractor and subcontractor pricing and leading negotiations on behalf of the client to drive fair contract prices.
+ Performing quantity surveying, cost controls, and change management activities throughout the project lifecycle.
+ Ensuring that post-contract cost variances and change control processes are managed effectively.
+ Ensuring that cost auditing and valuation work is managed effectively and that a robust process for cost validation is in place.
+ Carrying out the production of monthly cost reports for presentation to the client.
+ Ensuring that final accounts are negotiated and agreed upon in a timely manner.
+ Compiling built cost estimate records for benchmarking purposes.
+ Identify, coach and mentor talent to realize their potential and celebrate the success of others.
+ Display excellence in leadership and service delivery on commissions is in line with the conditions of appointment
+ Financial Management - Utilize internal software to track ongoing margin levels and monthly fee/resource forecasts for each commission and financial reports
+ Implement and maintain the use of internal Business Management Systems and company delivery methodologies and tools in the office to ensure consistent delivery of best practice for Clients and the company
+ Be a role model that drives a one business culture that achieves great outcomes by striking the right balance for our people, clients, stakeholders, and society.
+ SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
**Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering or field related to construction.
+ Minimum 5-7 years of relevant experience working in a cost management role in the construction industry.
+ RICS accredited or working towards it is preferred.
+ Experience of leading cost management on medium or large sized construction projects of medium to high complexity.
+ Construction consultancy experience is strongly preferred.
+ Good knowledge of construction industry technical matters, such as different procurement routes, value management, and value engineering.
+ Excellent communication skills.
**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._
_Please find out more about us at your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines._
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Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor
02133 Boston, Kentucky
Turner & Townsend
Posted 5 days ago
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**Company Description**
From the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help to deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational projects covering the full spectrum of consultancy, project delivery and post-project operations.
With offices located globally, you're never far away from our services. With over 22,000 specialists in more than 60 countries ( , we blend local knowledge with global insight ( to tackle challenges of any scale.
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.
**Job Description**
**Turner & Townsend** is seeking a **Senior Cost Manager** to work as part of our talented Cost Management team. This role will require you to work on a wide portfolio of construction projects, of varying size and complexity. You will be involved from inception through to completion, so will require a broad experience of the construction process and being able to manage multiple projects and competing deliverables at once. To be successful in this position you must have great communication skills and be comfortable operating in a client-facing role.
**Responsibilities:**
+ Lead the end-to-end cost management requirements of the project, liaising with relevant stakeholders and clearly setting and communicating cost parameters to deliver the project within the agreed budget.
+ Conduct scope definition sessions with clients to develop a holistic project budget.
+ Developing cost plans and estimates from concept through detailed design.
+ Delivering and presenting updated cost plans at appropriate design milestones.
+ Reviewing proposed design changes/new technologies and preparing estimates within appropriate accuracy levels.
+ Understanding design stages and estimate levels.
+ Liaise with the Project Manager and Design team to actively manage commercial input to design optioneering and value engineering exercises.
+ Preparing cashflow forecasts for the construction life cycle.
+ Analyzing labor markets and cost drivers such as Unions & Tax.
+ Supporting with the preparation of content for stakeholder monthly presentations.
+ Preparing and presenting monthly cost reports to senior client stakeholders, being able to articulate key movements and risks.
+ Developing procurement strategies and preparation of reports, providing guidance to the client on appropriate procurement routes and the respective strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and risks.
+ Input into risk management activities, with pricing of risks where appropriate and contributing to mitigation measures.
+ Preparation of GC tender documentation.
+ Management of the procurement process including collating responses to tender queries, attending tender interviews, levelling and analyzing tender returns, removing qualifications and assumptions to obtain a compliant like-for-like tender sum.
+ Preparation and presentation of Tender Recommendation Report.
+ Oversight of GC trade package procurement, including agreeing package structure and inputting into levelling and reviews.
+ Provide advice and input into client direct package procurement, with the process managed by others.
+ Conducting and agreeing monthly pencil requisitions with the GC.
+ Reviewing and agreeing variations with the GC to achieve a rolling final account.
+ Agreeing GC Final Accounts.
+ Liaising with client Finance team to provide necessary accounting information as required.
+ Delivering Life Cycle Costing models.
+ Benchmarking integration to ensure accurate data capture.
+ SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
**Qualifications**
+ Demonstrated experience working in a construction cost role and developing estimates throughout the project lifecycle.
+ Demonstrated experience providing construction cost management services throughout the project lifecycle.
+ College and/or post-graduate degree in construction management, quantity surveying, engineering or field related to construction.
+ Excellent communicator and thrives in a client facing role with an ability to present to senior stakeholders.
+ Ability to manage deliverables across multiple projects at the same time.
+ The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of estimating/cost management experience in construction / laboratory environments.
+ Manufacturing experience is strongly preferred.
+ US experience preferred.
**Additional Information**
***On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's 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.
Please find out more about us at and your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
#LI-ES1
Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects:
Twitter ( ( is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time._
_Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review._
From the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help to deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational projects covering the full spectrum of consultancy, project delivery and post-project operations.
With offices located globally, you're never far away from our services. With over 22,000 specialists in more than 60 countries ( , we blend local knowledge with global insight ( to tackle challenges of any scale.
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.
**Job Description**
**Turner & Townsend** is seeking a **Senior Cost Manager** to work as part of our talented Cost Management team. This role will require you to work on a wide portfolio of construction projects, of varying size and complexity. You will be involved from inception through to completion, so will require a broad experience of the construction process and being able to manage multiple projects and competing deliverables at once. To be successful in this position you must have great communication skills and be comfortable operating in a client-facing role.
**Responsibilities:**
+ Lead the end-to-end cost management requirements of the project, liaising with relevant stakeholders and clearly setting and communicating cost parameters to deliver the project within the agreed budget.
+ Conduct scope definition sessions with clients to develop a holistic project budget.
+ Developing cost plans and estimates from concept through detailed design.
+ Delivering and presenting updated cost plans at appropriate design milestones.
+ Reviewing proposed design changes/new technologies and preparing estimates within appropriate accuracy levels.
+ Understanding design stages and estimate levels.
+ Liaise with the Project Manager and Design team to actively manage commercial input to design optioneering and value engineering exercises.
+ Preparing cashflow forecasts for the construction life cycle.
+ Analyzing labor markets and cost drivers such as Unions & Tax.
+ Supporting with the preparation of content for stakeholder monthly presentations.
+ Preparing and presenting monthly cost reports to senior client stakeholders, being able to articulate key movements and risks.
+ Developing procurement strategies and preparation of reports, providing guidance to the client on appropriate procurement routes and the respective strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and risks.
+ Input into risk management activities, with pricing of risks where appropriate and contributing to mitigation measures.
+ Preparation of GC tender documentation.
+ Management of the procurement process including collating responses to tender queries, attending tender interviews, levelling and analyzing tender returns, removing qualifications and assumptions to obtain a compliant like-for-like tender sum.
+ Preparation and presentation of Tender Recommendation Report.
+ Oversight of GC trade package procurement, including agreeing package structure and inputting into levelling and reviews.
+ Provide advice and input into client direct package procurement, with the process managed by others.
+ Conducting and agreeing monthly pencil requisitions with the GC.
+ Reviewing and agreeing variations with the GC to achieve a rolling final account.
+ Agreeing GC Final Accounts.
+ Liaising with client Finance team to provide necessary accounting information as required.
+ Delivering Life Cycle Costing models.
+ Benchmarking integration to ensure accurate data capture.
+ SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
**Qualifications**
+ Demonstrated experience working in a construction cost role and developing estimates throughout the project lifecycle.
+ Demonstrated experience providing construction cost management services throughout the project lifecycle.
+ College and/or post-graduate degree in construction management, quantity surveying, engineering or field related to construction.
+ Excellent communicator and thrives in a client facing role with an ability to present to senior stakeholders.
+ Ability to manage deliverables across multiple projects at the same time.
+ The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of estimating/cost management experience in construction / laboratory environments.
+ Manufacturing experience is strongly preferred.
+ US experience preferred.
**Additional Information**
***On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's 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.
Please find out more about us at and your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
#LI-ES1
Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects:
Twitter ( ( is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time._
_Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review._
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Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor - Construction Management
94199 San Francisco, California
ZipRecruiter
Posted 4 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCompany Description
From the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help to deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational projects covering the full spectrum of consultancy, project delivery and post-project operations.
With offices located globally, you're never far away from our services. With over 22,000 specialists in more than 60 countries, we blend local knowledge with global insight to tackle challenges of any scale.
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.
Job Description
Turner & Townsend is seeking a motivatedCost Manager and/or Quantity Surveyor to work with our San Francisco Bay area team. This is a great opportunity to advance your career with a great team, and work with well-known, prestigious clients on a diverse portfolio of construction project including commerical, healthcare, and mission critical.
Responsibilities:
- Advising client on strategies, managing prequalification of vendors, assessing proposals, bids, and bidlevellingdocuments, making final recommendations tothe client, attending & chairing bid interviews, and managing appointment process
- Manage estimating services for full project by developing project estimates (relating to construction, fees, direct work and other costs), reviewing estimations prepared by junior team members, presenting estimates to client, presenting value engineering recommendations and risk assessments to client, meeting with vendors to review, validate, and challenge costs, and reviewing estimates by utilizing benchmark data collected from other projects
- Manage cost reporting by establishing reporting schedule, reviewing & presenting cost reports and forecasts, reviewing project budget & spend forecast withthe client, developing & maintaining commercial risk register, and hosting periodic meetings with project team & vendors
- Manage cost control process by reviewing payment application assessments prepared by junior team members, liaising with project managers to recommend contractor entitlements, reviewing requests for change orders from vendors & making recommendations toclient, and using dispute prevention/management/resolution procedures to manage payment requisitions, change orders, and contractual disputes
- Manage & monitor invoicing process
- Benchmark performance against other successful commissions.
- Manage all facets of the final accounting process and post contract audits and account close outs.
- Hold post-contract reviews with the client to establish a lesson learned document and apply lessons to create training manual
- Develop procedures governing handover ofproject
- Perform all the duties above through the use/preparation of Bid Analysis Sheets, Change Control Forms, Cost Estimating Software, and Take-off Software
- SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
Qualifications
- Candidates must be available to work from our San Francisco office a minimum ofthree days a week.
- Bachelors degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering or field related to construction.
- Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience working in a cost management role in the construction industry.
- RICS accredited or working towards it is valuable
- Experience supporting cost management on medium or large sized construction projects.
- Construction consultancy experience is strongly .
- Good knowledge of construction industry technical matters, such as different procurement routes, value management and value engineering.
- Strong communication skills
Additional Information
The salary range for this full-time role is $110K-$140K per year. Ranges are determined by role and level and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range is a reflection of base salary only, not of a total compensation package. Please note Turner & Townsend reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on candidates experience and qualifications.
*On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's 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 and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
Please find out more about us at
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
#LI-MB1
Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects:
It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a at any time.
Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property ofTurner & Townsend and arenot subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team,to submit candidates for review.
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Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor - Construction Management
94199 San Francisco, California
ZipRecruiter
Posted 23 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCompany Description
From the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help to deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational projects covering the full spectrum of consultancy, project delivery and post-project operations.
With offices located globally, you're never far away from our services. With over 22,000 specialists in more than 60 countries, we blend local knowledge with global insight to tackle challenges of any scale.
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.
Job Description
Turner & Townsend is seeking a motivated Cost Manager and/or Quantity Surveyor to work with our San Francisco Bay area team. This is a great opportunity to advance your career with a great team, and work with well-known, prestigious clients on a diverse portfolio of construction project including commerical, healthcare, and mission critical.
Responsibilities:
- Advising client on strategies, managing prequalification of vendors, assessing proposals, bids, and bid levelling documents, making final recommendations to the client, attending & chairing bid interviews, and managing appointment process
- Manage estimating services for full project by developing project estimates (relating to construction, fees, direct work and other costs), reviewing estimations prepared by junior team members, presenting estimates to client, presenting value engineering recommendations and risk assessments to client, meeting with vendors to review, validate, and challenge costs, and reviewing estimates by utilizing benchmark data collected from other projects
- Manage cost reporting by establishing reporting schedule, reviewing & presenting cost reports and forecasts, reviewing project budget & spend forecast with the client, developing & maintaining commercial risk register, and hosting periodic meetings with project team & vendors
- Manage cost control process by reviewing payment application assessments prepared by junior team members, liaising with project managers to recommend contractor entitlements, reviewing requests for change orders from vendors & making recommendations to client, and using dispute prevention/management/resolution procedures to manage payment requisitions, change orders, and contractual disputes
- Manage & monitor invoicing process
- Benchmark performance against other successful commissions.
- Manage all facets of the final accounting process and post contract audits and account close outs.
- Hold post-contract reviews with the client to establish a lesson learned document and apply lessons to create training manual
- Develop procedures governing handover of project
- Perform all the duties above through the use/preparation of Bid Analysis Sheets, Change Control Forms, Cost Estimating Software, and Take-off Software
- SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
Qualifications
- Candidates must be available to work from our San Francisco office a minimum of three days a week.
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering or field related to construction.
- Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience working in a cost management role in the construction industry.
- RICS accredited or working towards it is valuable
- Experience supporting cost management on medium or large sized construction projects.
- Construction consultancy experience is strongly .
- Good knowledge of construction industry technical matters, such as different procurement routes, value management and value engineering.
- Strong communication skills
Additional Information
The salary range for this full-time role is $110K-$140K per year. Ranges are determined by role and level and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range is a reflection of base salary only, not of a total compensation package. Please note Turner & Townsend reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on candidate’s experience and qualifications.
*On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's 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 and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
Please find out more about us at
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
#LI-MB1
Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects:
It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a at any time.
Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property ofTurner & Townsend and arenot subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team,to submit candidates for review.
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