Associate Director - Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor

Turner & Townsend•New Albany, OH

About The Position

Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Associate Director Cost Manager and/or Quantity Surveyor to lead cost management services for key clients across a growing portfolio of major capital projects in Northeast Ohio. The role oversees delivery of cost management services and manages internal and external stakeholders across complex, fast-paced construction programs. It is a client-facing leadership position supporting projects in sectors including data centers, semiconductors, life sciences, and advanced manufacturing. The successful candidate will lead teams and client relationships, oversee project and business performance, and provide cost, commercial, and quantity surveying advice throughout the project lifecycle. The role also contributes to business development, operational improvement, governance, and knowledge-sharing activities. On-site presence and requirements may change depending on client needs. Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries, working across real estate, infrastructure, energy, and natural resources. Its capabilities include program, project, cost, asset, and commercial management; controls and performance; procurement and supply chain; net zero; and digital solutions. The company is majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., with its partners holding a significant minority interest.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Cost Management, Engineering, or a related field.
At least 8 years of experience in cost management, quantity surveying, estimating, cost controls, or commercial management within the construction industry.
Experience supporting large-scale capital projects in relevant sectors, such as data centers, semiconductors, life sciences, advanced manufacturing, industrial, healthcare, infrastructure, commercial, or mission-critical facilities.
Demonstrated expertise in quantity surveying, cost planning, estimating, forecasting, change management, and commercial management.
Proven experience leading teams and managing client relationships in complex project environments.
Experience advising clients on procurement strategy, contract administration, capital planning, and project delivery.
Strong financial acumen, including budget management, forecasting, risk management, and commercial reporting.
Excellent leadership, communication, presentation, organizational, and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to work effectively in a client-facing environment and lead multidisciplinary teams.
Experience supporting business development activities, including proposals, presentations, and pursuit efforts.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree preferred.
Construction consultancy experience strongly preferred.
RICS, MRICS, FRICS, CCP, CEP, PQS, or equivalent professional accreditation preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead cost management services across complex capital construction projects and support successful commercial outcomes throughout the project lifecycle.
Provide leadership, direction, and oversight to cost management teams to achieve project, client, and business objectives.
Act as the primary contact for clients, stakeholders, consultants, and project teams throughout project delivery.
Build and maintain client relationships through service delivery, commercial leadership, and strategic guidance.
Deliver quantity surveying, estimating, cost planning, forecasting, cost controls, change management, and commercial management services.
Communicate with owners, contractors, consultants, and other stakeholders to coordinate project delivery.
Lead commercial reporting and provide updates on project performance, risks, opportunities, and financial health.
Implement Turner & Townsend best practices, methodologies, and quality standards across commissions.
Identify ways to improve cost management processes, service delivery, and operational effectiveness.
Lead, mentor, coach, and develop team members through performance management, career development, and succession planning.
Promote a collaborative, high-performing culture focused on professional growth, accountability, and excellence.
Manage project financial performance, including forecasting, resource planning, fee management, profitability, and risk mitigation.
Support business management systems, delivery methodologies, governance requirements, and quality assurance processes.
Advise clients on procurement strategy, contract administration, commercial management, and capital planning across project delivery methods.
Develop knowledge of the Ohio market and help identify opportunities in data centers, semiconductors, life sciences, and advanced manufacturing.
Support business development through client engagement, networking, proposal preparation, presentations, and RFP responses.
Identify and pursue new business opportunities, strengthen existing client relationships, and expand service offerings.
Capture and share lessons learned and industry best practices to support continuous improvement and knowledge management.
Promote Turner & Townsend's values, culture, and commitment to outcomes for clients, colleagues, and stakeholders.
Comply with company policies and governance requirements, including applicable SOX controls.