Who are you? You are an experienced senior-level consultant (7 -10+ years post-graduate) with proven capability across pre-contract estimating and post-contract cost/commercial management for infrastructure projects. You are comfortable leading deliverables, advising clients, and collaborating within high-performing integrated project teams. You bring strong analytical discipline, excellent stakeholder communication, and the confidence to present, justify, and defend estimates, budgets, and commercial positions.
The ideal candidate is self-motivated, driven, and capable of working both independently and as part of a team. In this impactful role, you will be providing leadership and direction, actively embedding and promoting the purpose, values, and vision of Turner & Townsend.
Job DescriptionAs a Senior Consultant, you will be involved in:
- Preparing robust construction cost estimates from feasibility/concept through detailed design, including pre-tender estimates and final cost plans; own and present the cost plan to clients and stakeholders.
- Cost planning and options analysis/optioneering; develop reconciliations with clear assumptions and justifications for decision-making.
- Engaging in value engineering workshops to identify the cost savings and optimum solutions available for the client.
- Development, validation, and control of the Target Price within an Integrated Project Team
- Providing client advice on capital and operational expenditure (OPEX) element of the project (e.g., operation and maintenance, life cycle cost, whole life costs, etc.)
- Producing cost benchmark for validation and target-setting on major infrastructure projects.
- Delivering post-contract cost management including change/variation evaluation, monthly cost reporting, and payment certification.
- Undertaking cost analysis, cost checking, and valuation to provide cost assurance across project stages.
- Engage in commercial discussions and (as applicable) claims/negotiations with contractors and subcontractors; support contract administration consistent with Turner & Townsend practices.
- Participating in probabilistic risk assessment workshops to calculate contingency provisions e.g., Quantitative Risk Assessments (QRA)
- Actively interfacing with project clients, key stakeholders, contractors, and consultants (engineering, etc.) during all project stages.
- Working in close collaboration with high performing project teams to ensure expectations are managed adequately and clients' goals are achieved.
Qualifications- 7+ years of experience in cost / commercial management positions across pre-contract/post-contract phases of infrastructure projects
- A recognized university degree (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying / Civil Engineering / Construction Management Degree and/or Certification
- Membership in relevant professional organizations is a bonus (e.g., CIQS / RICS / AACE)
- Experienced in cost/claims negotiations with (sub)contractors or working for a General Contractor not essential but a bonus.
- Knowledge and proficiency with cost estimating software used on major civil engineering projects.
Additional InformationWhat's in it for you...- 100% covered health and dental benefits for you and your dependents (including paramedical services)
- Health spending account, to top up expenses not covered in the benefits program
- RRSP option with company matching
- Annual learning and development budget
- Access to a range of online learning tools, and support for career development and growth
- Cost coverage of up to two memberships and license fees per year (if directly related to your role)
- We believe in work-life balance, so you can recharge and take care of what matters most with vacation, flex and sick days
- A flexible, hybrid work approach that allows colleagues to find balance between their professional and personal lives
- Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging
The base salary range for this full-time role is
$95,000 - $145,000 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.
