Turner & Townsend are seeking a Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor to support construction cost services on a large-scale, multi-phase campus development in the St. Louis, MO area. This is a major greenfield project involving extensive site development and the construction of multiple large industrial buildingsThe ideal candidate will be driven, client-focused, and aligned with Turner & Townsend’s purpose and values, with experience supporting medium to large-scale construction projects.
Responsibilities:Advise the client on procurement strategies, manage vendor prequalification, assess bids, and lead bid leveling and recommendation processes.Manage estimating activities across the full project lifecycle, including developing and reviewing construction cost estimates, presenting to clients, and supporting value engineering and risk assessments.Engage with vendors and contractors to review, validate, and challenge pricing using benchmark data.Establish and manage cost reporting processes, including forecasts, budget tracking, and commercial risk registers.Lead cost control activities, including payment application reviews, change order evaluation, and contract entitlement recommendations.Support dispute avoidance and resolution through structured change and cost management processes.Manage and monitor invoicing and financial tracking.Oversee final accounts, post-contract audits, and project closeout activities.Conduct post-project reviews and support lessons learned documentation and process improvements.Develop and support project handover procedures. Utilize cost estimating, take-off, and reporting tools to support project delivery.SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
