Cost Manager / Senior Cost Manager - Major Programmes (Government)
turnertownsend
Manchester, United Kingdom, United Kingdom · Manchester · United Kingdom
Posted May 18, 2026
- Full-time
- On-site
- Real estate
- Mid-Senior Level
turnertownsend
Manchester, United Kingdom, United Kingdom · Manchester · United Kingdom
Posted May 18, 2026
Company Description The world is changing, and we have a responsibility to support that change, helping drive it and be part of it. Through the commitment, capability and care our team brings, we build trust between clients, suppliers, governments, and society. Delivering better outcomes that have a positive impact on the world around us. We work smarter to face the challenges of the future; bringing the clarity that helps teams realise their full potential across the real estate, infrastructure, and natural resources sectors. It’s how we’ve made the difference for 75 years. Transforming performance for a green , inclusive and productive world. Job Description Turner & Townsend is actively looking to engage with Cost / Senior Cost Managers to aid in the delivery of new & exciting construction schemes related to central & local government, including the development of new prisons UK wide. Our cost management professionals handle commissions of varying sizes but will typically lead/support on projects ranging from £10-£50m with appropriate support depending on the complexity of the commission. The successful candidate will also directly support Directors in the delivery of some of the most high-profile projects in the region. Role Objectives Pre and post-contract duties including preparation of cost estimates, procurement and tendering, contract administration, variation, final account, etc. Completing feasibility studies. Estimating and cost planning to include producing and presenting the final cost plan Tendering and procurement activity, including managing the pre-qualification stage, producing the tender list, preliminaries, tender analysis, tender report and compiling contract documents Taking responsibility for timely and accurate financial reporting and valuations Interfacing with the client and other consultants, at all project stages Participate effectively with post contract cost variances and the change control processes Perform cost risk analysis and provide input into value engineering; negotiate and approve final accounts Contribute to the development of the wider team providing the benefit of your experience to those in junior roles. Qualifications A proven track record of delivering high quality cost management / quantity surveying services across the full project lifecycle Ideally professionally qualified (RICS or similar) Degree or HNC level qualification Ability to successfully manage and prioritise more than one project at a time. 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-DW1 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.