Senior Cost Manager (pre-contract)
Full-time Department: Real estate
Company Description
At Turner & Townsend we’re passionate about making the difference. That means delivering better outcomes for our clients, helping our people to realize their potential, and doing our part to create a prosperous society.
Every day we help our major global clients deliver ambitious and highly technical projects in over 130 countries worldwide.
Our team is dynamic, innovative and client-focused. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity and the quality we deliver. As a result, our people get to work on some of the most exciting projects in the world.
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Senior Cost Manager to join our dynamic team.
The ideal candidate will have extensive pre-contract experience and a strong background in real estate sector, with a focus on commercial real estate.
You will play a key role in ensuring our projects are delivered within scope, on time, and within budget while maintaining quality.
Responsibilities:
Lead pre-contract cost management responsibilities. Provide advice and support on cost-effective solutions, including value engineering. Conduct risk assessments and ensure contingency budgets are managed appropriately. Prepare regular reports on projects highlighting any deviations from the budget. Review and analyze project costs, including Preliminaries, Overheads, and materials. Ensure compliance with industry standards, client requirements, and regulatory bodies. Mentor and train junior cost managers. Collaborate with clients and other stakeholders to ensure the project is managed effectively.
Qualifications
Education and Qualifications:
Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field. Professional Certifications (Chartered MRICS – preferred but not required).
Experience:
Extensive experience (typically 8+ years) with both local and international construction standards and cost benchmarking. Leadership experience managing teams of cost managers. Experience in large-scale projects such as infrastructure, commercial, and residential. Proven track record in managing project budgets, cost estimation, forecasting, and commercial reporting. Familiarity with procurement strategies and contract negotiation.
Technical Skills:
Cost Management Software: Proficiency in CostX. Measurement Standards: Expert in using different measurement standards such as NRM, POMI and CESMM and other relevant industry standards. Ability to effectively differentiate and apply various measurement standards across different project types (infrastructure, commercial, residential). Knowledge of Estimation Techniques: Expertise in unit rate analysis and value engineering. Cost Estimation & Control: Strong ability to prepare accurate cost estimates and manage budgets throughout the project lifecycle. Risk Management: Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate commercial risks in projects. Reporting & Analysis: Advanced skills in commercial reporting, variance analysis, and cost forecasting. Stakeholder Management: Ability to communicate complex commercial information to stakeholders at all levels, including clients, senior management, and project teams. Attention to Detail: Ability to monitor budgets and commercial performance effectively.
Soft Skills:
Leadership: Strong leadership and team management skills. Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with team members, clients, and consultants. Time Management: Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines. Negotiation & Persuasion: Ability to influence decisions and resolve issues to benefit project goals.
Personal Attributes:
Strong commercial acumen & communication skills, Proactive, results-oriented approach to problem-solving.
Additional Information
Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.
We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.
Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
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Senior Cost Manager (pre-contract)
Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates * Full-time
