Cost Manager
Turner & TownsendJob Description
Company Description
Who is Turner & Townsend?
All over the world people are using buildings, infrastructure, and assets we helped to deliver. It could be the hospital they work in, the railway they travel on every day, the fuel that powers their car or the data centre they depend on at work. For more than 75 years we’ve been helping to deliver transformational programmes across the real estate, infrastructure and natural resources sectors, making a difference to people’s lives and ensuring a return on investment for our clients and their investors.
Our purpose:
Transforming performance for a green, inclusive, and productive world.
The world is changing and we have a responsibility to support that change, helping drive it and be part of it. Through the commitment, capability and care our team brings, we build trust between clients, suppliers, governments and society. Delivering better outcomes that have a positive impact on the world around us. We work smarter to face the challenges of the future; bringing the clarity that helps teams realise their full potential across the real estate, infrastructure and natural resources sectors. It’s how we’ve made the difference for more than 75 years.
Our values:
Love a challenge: We love a challenge and we work hard to make change happen and see things through. We don’t stand still, challenging ourselves and others to do better every day. And we are trusted to do the right thing, raising standards all the time.
Stronger together: We’re stronger together by connecting people in diverse teams, so that we can all collaborate to deliver our best work. We focus on what matters and use our influence to build a better world for everyone.
Bring out the best in everyone: We bring out the best in everyone. We help each other to make the most of our potential, always learning from our experience. We treat each other with care and respect and make time to give everyone a voice
Job Description
Turner & Townsend are looking to recruit a Cost Manager, to join our Real Estate team in Qatar working on a wide range of projects, often large and complex, which could include Data Centre's and Commercial office projects, which are primarily new build but could include fit out and refurbishment.
With a leading market client base and a varied portfolio of projects, this is an exciting time to join the growing business unit and develop a career with Turner & Townsend.
You will be working within a professional and ambitious team, where you will receive excellent support but also have the opportunity to demonstrate working on your own initiative.
Key Accountabilities:
- Demonstrate exceptional measurement capability for building and MEP works, where accuracy and efficiency directly impact project success and client confidence.
- Leverage your in-depth knowledge of market prices and building/MEP works pricing to deliver competitive, commercially astute estimates that win business and protect margins.
- Produce detailed, meticulously prepared Bills of Quantities that form the foundation of successful project delivery and client satisfaction.
- Skillfully manage post-contract cost variances, lead change control processes, and process interim applications with precision and commercial acumen, ensuring projects remain on track financially.
- Take personal ownership of all work produced, maintaining the highest standards of accuracy and attention to detail that reflect Turner & Townsend's reputation for excellence.
- Collaborate effectively with commission leads to ensure timely, accurate production of reports and information that drive informed decision-making.
- Interface confidently with clients, contractors, and fellow consultants, positioning yourself as a trusted advisor and integral member of the project team.
- Demonstrate ambition and initiative to progress your career to the next level, taking on increasingly complex responsibilities and mentoring opportunities within our growing business unit.
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