Lead Cost Consultant

2 weeks ago


Marietta, Pennsylvania, United States Turner & Townsend Full time
Company Overview

At Turner & Townsend, we are dedicated to delivering impactful results from project initiation to completion and beyond. Our comprehensive consultancy services span the entire lifecycle of projects, ensuring excellence in project delivery and ongoing operations. With a global presence in 133 offices across 49 countries, we are well-positioned to influence projects in the real estate, infrastructure, and natural resources sectors worldwide.

Our team is characterized by dynamism, innovation, and a client-centric approach, all supported by a vibrant and inclusive company culture. Our clients appreciate our proactive methodology, extensive expertise, integrity, and the high-quality outcomes we provide. Consequently, our employees have the opportunity to engage in some of the most stimulating projects globally.

Position Overview

Turner & Townsend is on the lookout for a seasoned Senior Cost Manager to enhance our team and contribute to a significant life sciences construction initiative. The responsibilities include:
  • Delivering cost estimation and planning, culminating in the presentation of the final cost plan.
  • Conducting benchmarking studies, analyzing cost data, and compiling reports for presentation.
  • Performing cost assurance on third-party estimates, along with report generation and presentation.
  • Effectively engaging in post-contract cost variances and managing change control processes.
  • Overseeing cost checks and valuations on major projects, ensuring a timely and precise valuation process.
  • Generating monthly cost reports for client presentations.
  • Facilitating project change management workflows and ensuring they are integrated into the Estimate at Completion (EAC).
  • Assisting in risk management and overseeing contingency drawdown.
  • Contributing to value engineering and options analysis.
  • Applying Earned Value Management (EVM) methodologies to assess project progress.
  • Reviewing and validating contractor payment applications.
  • Maintaining communication with clients and other consultants throughout all project phases.
  • Providing leadership to cost management teams, ensuring accountability in all deliverables.
  • Identifying opportunities for business development with existing clients and reporting these to the appropriate line manager.
  • Proposing enhancements for cost estimating and management procedures, templates, and products.
Qualifications
  • A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field.
  • A minimum of 10 years of experience as a cost manager or cost controller on capital projects, encompassing both design and construction phases.
  • Experience working within complex matrix environments.
  • Prior experience in the construction industry is essential, with a preference for candidates possessing additional experience in life sciences.
  • Local candidates are preferred; however, those willing to relocate will be considered (relocation assistance available).
  • Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Proficiency in Excel and other cost management tools for handling extensive data.
  • A self-motivated, goal-oriented leader and team player.
  • Demonstrated negotiation skills are required.
Additional Information

*On-site presence and requirements may vary based on client needs.*

At Turner & Townsend, we believe in empowering our people to succeed in both their professional and personal lives. We foster a healthy, productive, and flexible work environment that respects work-life balance.

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer, celebrating diversity and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

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