Turner & Townsend

Senior Cost Manager - Central & Local Government

London, United Kingdom, United Kingdom · Hybrid · Full-time

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EmployerTurner & Townsend
LocationLondon, United Kingdom, United Kingdom
Work styleHybrid
Employment typeFull-time
Employer posted2 days ago

We are currently recruiting Senior Cost Managers to join our London-based Central and Local Government Cost Management Team, supporting projects across the central and local government sector.

The team delivers a diverse range of projects for a number of notable public sector organisations, including refurbishment of listed buildings, office fit-out projects, high-volume residential developments, and masterplanning commissions.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the commercial delivery of a range of projects.
Develop and maintain effective relationships with clients, colleagues, and project stakeholders.
Manage project costs, forecasts, reporting, and contract performance in line with project objectives.
Monitor cost variances, cash flow, and contract changes to ensure effective commercial management.
Collaborate with client and contractor teams to achieve project KPIs, objectives, and best-value outcomes.
Provide commercial advice and support to stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
Negotiate and agree final accounts.
Support, mentor, and develop junior team members.

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Strong stakeholder communication and relationship management skills.
At least five years' experience delivering construction or infrastructure projects.
Experience in Cost Management, Contract Management (JCT and NEC), Procurement, and Risk Management.
Knowledge of cost planning, estimating, valuation, reporting, and change control processes.
A collaborative approach with the ability to build effective working relationships.
Experience managing commissions, supporting team development, and sharing best practice.
The ability to identify efficiencies and drive improvements throughout the project lifecycle.
Good understanding of construction industry practices, including procurement routes, value management, and value engineering.
Degree or HNC level qualification
Professionally qualified is desired (MRICS or similar)

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 www.turnerandtownsend.com/

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