Job Description

Turner & Townsend is seeking a Cost Manager and/or Quantity Surveyor to support a global technology client on large-scale data center construction projects. This role will support the delivery of cost management services throughout the project lifecycle, serving as a key client-facing team member responsible for cost control, budgeting, forecasting, change management, and commercial administration.

The position requires onsite presence Monday through Friday in Rayville, LA. While local candidates or those open to relocation are preferred, a per diem is available for candidates who are unable to relocate.

To be successful in this role, you must have excellent communication skills and be comfortable operating in a client-facing environment. The ideal candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of working both independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced project environment. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to complex mission-critical projects while supporting the purpose, values, and vision of Turner & Townsend.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain project budgets, forecasts, cash flow reports, and cost control systems.
• Monitor and control project costs to ensure alignment with approved budgets and client objectives.
• Track project commitments, expenditures, accruals, and forecasts, providing accurate and timely reporting.
• Prepare and present cost reports, financial updates, and forecasts to clients and project stakeholders.
• Support project budgeting activities and review project spend forecasts with clients and project teams.
• Assist in developing and maintaining commercial risk registers and identifying cost risks and opportunities.
• Coordinate with finance teams to support cash flow forecasting and monitor actual performance against projections.
• Review payment applications and provide recommendations regarding contractor entitlements.
• Support the preparation, review, and tracking of pay applications, invoices, and financial documentation.
• Review and evaluate contractor and subcontractor pricing, change requests, and commercial submissions.
• Assist with change management processes, including change order review, cost impact assessments, and recommendations to clients.
• Support the development and validation of project cost estimates throughout design and construction.
• Participate in value engineering exercises and provide commercial recommendations to support project objectives.
• Review estimates using benchmarking data and historical project cost information.
• Support procurement activities including vendor prequalification, bid evaluations, bid leveling, and contractor selection processes.
• Attend bid interviews and assist with vendor appointment activities.
• Liaise with project managers, contractors, and client representatives to gather information required for cost reporting and forecasting.
• Assist with cost checks, valuations, final accounts, and financial closeout activities.
• Support post-contract audits and account closeout processes.
• Benchmark project performance against similar successful commissions.
• Participate in lessons learned reviews and support the development of best practices and training materials.
• Support the development and implementation of project procedures and project handover requirements.
• Perform cost management activities utilizing bid analysis sheets, change control forms, cost estimating software, and quantity takeoff tools.
• Manage invoicing processes and support commercial administration activities.
• Represent Turner & Townsend professionally in client meetings and project discussions.
• Implement Turner & Townsend methodologies, systems, and best practices in the delivery of services.
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role and are to be adhered to where applicable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Cost Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or a related construction field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience in a cost management, quantity surveying, or commercial role within the construction industry.
• Experience supporting medium to large-scale construction projects, preferably within mission-critical, data center, industrial, commercial, or similar complex construction environments.
• Construction consultancy experience is strongly preferred.
• RICS accredited or working toward accreditation is valued.
• Good knowledge of construction industry technical matters, including procurement strategies, value management, estimating, and value engineering.
• Strong communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.

Additional Information

On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our clients' needs.

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.

Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com/

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