Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor - Life Sciences Construction

Turner & Townsend • Hillsboro, OR

4d • $120,000 - $150,000

About The Position

Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Senior Cost Manager and/or Quantity Surveyor to serve as a key day-to-day client interface and deliver high-quality cost management services that achieve client objectives. The role supports major capital construction projects, including large-scale manufacturing and advanced technology facilities, from planning and design through construction and closeout. The position requires strong communication and stakeholder management skills, confidence in a client-facing environment, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with project teams. The successful candidate will provide leadership and direction while promoting Turner & Townsend’s purpose, values, and vision.

The role covers cost planning, estimating, quantity surveying, cost controls, change management, commercial advice, contractor pricing and negotiations, valuations, cost reporting, and final account agreement. It also includes financial management of commissions, use of company delivery systems and methodologies, and mentoring colleagues. On-site presence and requirements may change depending on client needs. The stated base salary range is $120,000–$150,000 USD; employees may also be eligible for bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Cost Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or a related construction field.
• At least 7 years of relevant experience in the construction industry.
• Experience leading cost management on medium- to large-scale construction projects of moderate to high complexity.
• Strong understanding of construction industry technical matters, including procurement routes, value management, and value engineering.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a client-facing environment while managing multiple priorities and project stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively within a project team.

Nice To Haves

• RICS accredited or working toward accreditation.
• Experience supporting large-scale manufacturing, life sciences, technology, industrial, or commercial construction projects.
• Construction consultancy experience.

Responsibilities

• Estimate and negotiate change orders throughout the construction lifecycle.
• Provide estimates and cost planning, including producing and presenting final cost plans.
• Review and participate with the design services team and general contractor in developing cost estimates.
• Reconcile changes and help ensure general contractor data is accurate.
• Gather status information from the general contractor, owner, or project manager to prepare cost estimate updates.
• Prepare written comments on general contractor submissions, including executive summaries.
• Coordinate cost information from sources including NPA, subcontractors, and quantities from architects and engineers.
• Inform and drive engineering priorities based on cost impact.
• Proactively resolve scheduling issues with minimal supervision.
• Manage cost checks and carry out valuations on larger projects.
• Complete timely and accurate cost checking and valuation processes.
• Participate in post-contract cost variance and change control processes.
• Manage cost impact, contingency, and commitment tracking logs.
• Prepare funding data presentations and coordinate value engineering sessions with stakeholders.
• Develop and update cost plans and estimates at appropriate design milestones.
• Provide commercial input to design optioneering and value engineering exercises.
• Review contractor and subcontractor pricing and lead client-side negotiations to achieve fair and competitive pricing.
• Perform quantity surveying, cost controls, and change management throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure cost auditing and valuation work is managed effectively and that cost validation processes are robust.
• Produce monthly cost reports for presentation to the client.
• Negotiate and agree final accounts in a timely manner.
• Compile built cost estimate records for benchmarking.
• Identify, coach, and mentor talent and celebrate the success of others.
• Provide leadership and service delivery on commissions in line with appointment conditions.
• Track commission margin levels and monthly fee and resource forecasts using internal software, and prepare financial reports.
• Implement and maintain internal Business Management Systems, delivery methodologies, and tools.
• Model and promote a one-business culture that achieves strong outcomes for people, clients, stakeholders, and society.
• Adhere to applicable SOX control responsibilities.

Benefits

• Employees may be eligible for bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package.
• The company promotes a healthy, productive, and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior