About this role
We are seeking an experienced Associate Cost Manager to join our growing Real Estate team, delivering high-quality cost management services across a diverse portfolio of developments including commercial, residential, mixed-use, and urban regeneration projects.
You will take responsibility for end-to-end service delivery, often on large or complex property projects, acting as the key day-to-day client interface to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end cost management across real estate development projectsAct as the primary client contact, ensuring successful project delivery against cost, time, and quality objectivesPrepare and manage cost plans, estimates, procurement, and tender processesOversee post-contract activities including cost reporting, valuations, and change controlMonitor project financial performance, including forecasting and resource managementBuild strong relationships with clients, developers, and project stakeholdersSupport business development through bids, client engagement, and market opportunitiesMentor junior team members and contribute to team and process improvements Education & Professional Accreditation
Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Property, or a related disciplineMRICS, AIQS or equivalent professional qualification (or working towards)Experience & Skills
6–11 year's experience in cost management or quantity surveyingProven experience delivering consultancy services on real estate or property developmentsExperience leading cost management commissions on medium to large-scale commercial, residential, or mixed-use projectsStrong understanding of the full real estate development lifecycle, from feasibility through to post-completion Solid knowledge of construction and commercial principles, including procurement routes, value management, and cost controlExperience managing or mentoring teams within a project environmentStrong client-facing, communication, and stakeholder management skills 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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