Turner & Townsend are seeking an experienced Senior Cost Manager and/or Quantity Surveyor to serve as the primary day‑to‑day client interface on a large‑scale, technically complex construction program in the Midwest. This role is responsible for ensuring client objectives are met through the delivery of a high‑quality, value‑added cost management service across the full project lifecycle.The position operates in a highly collaborative, multinational project environment and requires strong communication skills, commercial leadership, and independence. You will play a key role in embedding Turner & Townsend’s values while delivering best‑in‑class cost management outcomes.
Responsibilities:Act as the key day‑to‑day commercial and cost interface between the client, design team, and contractor.Prepare and present cost plans, estimates, and cashflow forecasts at key design and construction milestones.Estimate, assess, and negotiate change orders throughout early works, major construction, and close‑out phases.Review and participate with the design services team and general contractor in the development and reconciliation of cost estimates.Coordinate all sources of cost information, including quantities from designers, subcontractor pricing, and supplier data.Communicate regularly with the contractor and owner’s project management team to gather status information and prepare accurate cost updates.Prepare written commentary on contractor submissions, including executive cost summaries.Inform and influence engineering and design priorities based on cost, risk, and value considerations.Proactively resolve cost and schedule issues with minimal supervision in a fast‑paced construction environment.Manage valuations, cost checks, contingency management, commitment tracking, and cost impact logs.Participate in post‑contract cost variance analysis and formal change control processes.Lead value engineering and cost optimization workshops with key stakeholders.Provide commercial input into design optioneering and procurement strategies.Review contractor and subcontractor pricing and lead negotiations to achieve fair and competitive outcomes for the client.Produce accurate monthly cost reports and funding data presentations.Ensure final accounts are negotiated and agreed in a timely and compliant manner.Maintain robust cost auditing, validation, and benchmarking records.Track financial performance, fee forecasts, and margin levels using internal systems.Implement and maintain Turner & Townsend business management systems and delivery methodologies.Identify, coach, and mentor junior team members and contribute to a collaborative, high‑performance culture.Demonstrate leadership aligned with Turner & Townsend’s values, service standards, and governance requirements.SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.Project / Program EnvironmentLarge‑scale, multi‑year construction program with significant early works and foundation packages followed by major vertical construction.Complex site conditions requiring close coordination between cost, schedule, and design disciplines.High expectations for cost certainty, change control, and stakeholder communication throughout the project lifecycle.
