Cost Manager & Senior Cost Manager - Central & Local Government

This job is brought to you by Jobs/Redefined, the UK''s leading over-50s age inclusive jobs board.Company DescriptionOur ambition, as Turner and Turner alinea, is to become the

undisputed Nr.1 Cost Consultant in London . A

data-led digital

cost consultancy and an authority on the

economics of sustainability , combining alinea''s distinctive approach, Turner and Townsend''s leading digital platform and

our combined talent .Supported by our clear vision to disrupt the market by transforming service quality through a strong focus on cost advice, a platform of specialists and a

personable approach .

This unique environment

provides an opportunity for our people to develop their skills as well as their careers, supported by access to

a learning and development programme that is second to none .A unique joint force that will disrupt real estate cost management in LondonA data and digital led business, with an authority on the economics of sustainability, that will take our service to the next levelA wide, diverse and exciting portfolio of sectors and clients, which means we will be stronger togetherMarket leading practice that is focused on transforming performance and creating great results for our Clients and People, in a fun and exciting environment where people are proud to workA strong strategic and cultural fit with an ingrained entrepreneurial spiritYou can realise your career ambitions faster with London''s cost consultancy of choiceJob DescriptionWe are currently recruiting for Cost Managers, to join our London based Communities and Local Government Cost Management Team, supporting high profile and iconic projects across the central and local government sector. We are recruiting for both full and part time positions, together with flexible working applications will be considered.The team undertakes a wide variety of projects for a number of notable public sector organisations such as refurbishment of listed buildings, office fit out projects, high volume residential projects and master planning commissions within cost management and cost assurance.Typical duties for the Cost Manager will include:,Commercial delivery of a variety of projectsEstablishing friendly, professional and appropriate relationships with clients, colleagues and other parties involved in the projects and programmes we support.Cost Management of a variety of contracts in accordance with project objectives and policies.Providing accurate project cost monitoring, forecasting and reporting to completion in line with budget.Pro-actively monitoring and managing cost variance and contract cash flow, and ensuring that applications are made correctly and in a timely manner.Collaborating with client and contractor teams to manage the delivery of project deliverables, KPIs, and objectives, including programme performance, cost control, and value engineering.Managing contract change effectively, ensuring that projects remain within governance and adopt best practice.Driving improvements in the accuracy of forecasts and budgets.Proactively providing sound commercial knowledge and support to all stakeholders.Ensuring that final accounts are negotiated and agreed.QualificationsA proven track record of delivering high quality cost management / quantity surveying services across the full project lifecycleDegree or HNC level qualificationProfessionally qualified (or working towards) is desired (MRICS or similar)Ability to successfully manage and prioritise more than one project at a time.Additional InformationOur 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 and 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

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