Turner & Townsend are seeking an experienced Senior Cost Manager to act as the key day-to-day client interface, ensuring delivery of value-added cost management services across complex healthcare and life sciences construction projects. This role requires strong client-facing communication, leadership, and the ability to operate independently while supporting team success.
Responsibilities:Act as the primary client interface, ensuring cost management objectives are achieved across healthcare, academic, and biopharma construction projects.Prepare and deliver cost estimates and detailed cost plans throughout design and construction phases, aligned with project scope and milestones.Support cost planning on large-scale projects including clinical facilities, specialty treatment centers, and life sciences manufacturing environments.Review and collaborate with design teams and contractors to develop accurate cost estimates and validate pricing assumptions.Lead change order management, including estimating, negotiation, reconciliation, and tracking of cost impacts throughout the project lifecycle.Produce monthly cost reports, including executive summaries, cost forecasts, and variance analysis for stakeholders.Coordinate all sources of cost information including contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and design teams to ensure accurate cost reporting.Provide commercial input into design development, value engineering, and optioneering to optimize cost efficiency.Perform quantity surveying, cost controls, and cost auditing to ensure financial accuracy and adherence to budgets.Maintain cost control systems, including contingency tracking, commitment logs, and benchmarking data for future analysis.Participate in post-contract cost management, including change control processes and final account negotiations.Support resolution of cost and scheduling issues through proactive risk identification and data-driven recommendations.Lead cost validation processes and ensure robust governance around cost reporting and financial controls.Prepare funding analysis and support value engineering sessions with project stakeholders.Deliver cost management services across projects with high technical complexity, including MEP-intensive and regulated environments.Mentor and support junior team members, fostering professional development and high-performance delivery.Ensure consistent application of company systems, methodologies, and financial tracking tools across projects.Demonstrate leadership aligned with company values, driving strong outcomes for clients, stakeholders, and project teams.
