Associate / Associate Director (MEP Cost Management) - Health & Life Science

turnertownsend

London, United Kingdom, United Kingdom · London · United Kingdom

Posted Jun 2, 2026

Full-time
On-site
Real estate
Associate

Job description

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, supported by an inclusive and fun company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity and the quality we deliver. As a result our people get to enjoy working on some of the most exciting projects in the world. Job Description Turner & Townsend alinea is hiring an Associate / Associate Director to join the London based Engineering Services Real Estate team to support some of the largest and most prestigious health projects covering the public and private sectors. The role involves working on a variety of Real Estate projects and masterplans, offering exciting development opportunities. Responsibilities: Manage and delegate cost consultant team activities: feasibility estimates, cost planning, contract procurement, tender documentation, tender evaluation, value engineering, commercial awareness, fee generation, dispute resolution, and post-contract management. Promote a safe and secure environment, championing the company's culture. Lead by example to ensure team engagement. Drive performance standards through expert communication and effective use of the performance management process. Work on diverse projects requiring evaluation and problem-solving, advising subordinates on technical issues. Brief the team on project scope to ensure roles and responsibilities are clear. Manage and regulate service delivery to achieve excellence. Qualifications A proven track record of delivering high quality cost management/quantity surveying services within the MEP space Professionally qualified (RICS or similar) Degree or HNC level qualification Ability to successfully manage and prioritise more than one project at a time. Experience in delivering MEP elements of work for clients Knowledge and contacts within the MEP supply chain (tier 1 and below) Utilising digital software for delivery of cost management services Commercially astute with good negotiation skills Previous experience within Health or Life Sciences is preferrable, 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. Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com/ #LI-MM1 SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable. Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects: Twitter Instagram LinkedIn It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time. Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review.