Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor - Construction Management

Turner & Townsend • $100K — $135K *
Boston, MA 02115In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
1 week ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering, or a related field.
  • 3-5 years of relevant cost management or quantity surveying experience in construction.
  • RICS accreditation or progress toward it is preferred.
  • Experience in cost management for medium to large construction projects.
  • Preferably possess construction consultancy experience.
  • Familiarity with procurement routes, value management, and value engineering in the construction industry.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

  • Advise clients on cost and procurement strategies and manage vendor prequalifications and bid assessments.
  • Develop and oversee project cost estimates and validate estimations from junior members.
  • Establish and present cost reporting schedules, including budget reviews and commercial risk registers.
  • Manage cost control processes and review payment applications and change orders effectively.
  • Ensure the invoicing process aligns with project delivery and financial controls.
  • Benchmark project performance against similar commissions to enhance best practices.
  • Conduct final accounting processes and host post-contract reviews to capture lessons learned.

Benefits

  • Support for professional development and RICS accreditation.
  • Flexible working environment promoting work-life balance.
  • Opportunity to influence project delivery and organizational change.
  • Collaborative culture aimed at fostering employee success.
  • Comprehensive benefits package to support personal and professional well-being.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Turner & Townsend are looking for a Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor to join our Boston team and support construction cost services across a diverse portfolio of projects for our key clients. The ideal candidate will be driven and promote our Turner & Townsend purposes and values.

Responsibilities:
  • Advise clients on cost and procurement strategies, manage prequalification of vendors, assess proposals, bids, and bid levelling documents, make final recommendations to the client, attend and chair bid interviews, and manage the appointment process.
  • Manage estimating services for full project lifecycles by developing project estimates (relating to construction, fees, direct work, and other costs), reviewing estimations prepared by junior team members, presenting estimates to clients, providing value engineering recommendations and risk assessments, meeting with vendors to review, validate, and challenge costs, and utilizing benchmark data from similar projects.
  • Manage cost reporting by establishing reporting schedules, reviewing and presenting cost reports and forecasts, reviewing project budgets and spend forecasts with the client, developing and maintaining commercial risk registers, and hosting periodic meetings with project teams and vendors.
  • Manage cost control processes 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 and making recommendations to the client, and applying dispute prevention, management, and resolution procedures across payment requisitions and contractual matters.
  • Manage and monitor the invoicing process to ensure alignment with project delivery and financial controls.
  • Benchmark performance against other successful commissions and comparable projects to drive best practices and consistency.
  • Manage all facets of the final accounting process and post-contract audits and account closeouts.
  • Hold post-contract reviews with the client to establish lessons learned documentation and apply insights to improve future project delivery.
  • Develop procedures governing handover of projects across varying project scopes and delivery methods.
  • Perform all duties through the preparation and use 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 a related construction field.
  • Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience working in a cost management or quantity surveying role within the construction industry.
  • RICS accredited or working toward accreditation is valuable.
  • Experience supporting cost management on medium to large-scale construction projects.
  • Construction consultancy experience is strongly preferred.
  • Good knowledge of construction industry technical matters, including procurement routes, value management, and value engineering.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.


Additional Information

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

The base salary range for this role is $100K-$135K USD. This range reflects the company's good faith estimate of the base salary for this position at the time of the posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity. In addition to base salary, employees may be eligible for bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package.

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.

About Turner & Townsend

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Joining Turner & Townsend offers a unique opportunity to contribute to some of the most exciting projects worldwide. As a global leader in professional services, Turner & Townsend is at the forefront of transforming the industry through expertise, innovation, and leadership.

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Turner & Townsend is constantly seeking skilled professionals eager to drive innovation and lead industry standards. With a variety of job opportunities available, candidates can find positions that match their skills and career aspirations. Explore employment options that span across critical sectors such as construction, project management, and consultancy.

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Turner & Townsend is committed to the professional growth and continuous development of its team members. The company supports career advancement through robust training programs, including leadership development and diversity training, ensuring every team member has the tools and knowledge to succeed.

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For those starting their career journey, Turner & Townsend offers internship programs that provide a rich learning environment. Interns gain hands-on experience, working alongside seasoned professionals and contributing to impactful projects. These internships are a gateway to full-time employment and a flourishing career within the company.

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Turner & Townsend prides itself on fostering an inclusive culture where diversity is celebrated. The company believes that a diverse workforce enhances creativity and drives innovation. Employees from various backgrounds are encouraged to share their unique perspectives, promoting a collaborative and supportive workplace.

Benefits and Employee Wellbeing

Understanding the importance of a work-life balance, Turner & Townsend offers comprehensive benefits designed to support the wellbeing of its team. Benefits include health care, flexible working conditions, and competitive retirement plans, all aimed at enhancing the quality of life for employees.

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