Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor - Commercial Real Estate

Turner & Townsend•New York, NY

10d

About The Position

Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor to deliver cost management services across a diverse portfolio of commercial real estate construction projects for multiple clients. The role acts as a trusted advisor to clients and project teams, supporting cost planning, commercial management, procurement, cost control, and financial reporting throughout the project lifecycle. The successful candidate will manage multiple concurrent projects and stakeholders, lead project teams, maintain strong client relationships, and promote consistent cost management best practices. The position combines strategic leadership with hands-on project execution, including mentoring junior team members and contributing to the company’s growth through client service and operational excellence. On-site presence and requirements may change depending on client needs. The base salary range is $130,000–$160,000 USD. Employees may also be eligible for bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package. The company promotes a healthy, productive, and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering, or a construction-related field.
5–7 years of relevant experience in a cost management role in the construction industry.
Experience leading cost management on medium- or large-sized construction projects of medium to high complexity.
Good knowledge of construction industry technical matters, including procurement routes, value management, and value engineering.
Excellent communication skills.

Nice To Haves

RICS accreditation or working toward it.
Construction consultancy experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Estimate and negotiate change orders throughout the construction lifecycle.
Provide estimates and cost planning, including producing and presenting the final cost plan.
Review and participate with design services teams and general contractors in developing cost estimates.
Reconcile changes and assist general contractors in ensuring their data is accurate.
Communicate or meet with general contractors and project owners or project managers to gather status information for cost estimate updates.
Prepare written comments on general contractor submissions, including executive summaries.
Coordinate cost information from sources including NPA, subcontractors, and architects and engineers for cost discussions.
Inform and drive engineering priorities based on cost impact.
Proactively resolve scheduling issues with minimal supervision.
Manage cost checks and valuations on larger projects, and complete cost checking and valuation processes accurately and on time.
Manage post-contract cost variances and change control processes.
Manage cost impacts, contingencies, and commitment tracking logs.
Prepare funding data presentations and coordinate value engineering sessions with stakeholders.
Develop cost plans and estimates through the design phase and provide updates 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 contract prices.
Perform quantity surveying, cost control, and change management throughout the project lifecycle.
Ensure cost auditing and valuation work is managed effectively and robust cost validation processes are in place.
Produce monthly cost reports for presentation to clients.
Negotiate and agree final accounts in a timely manner.
Compile built-cost estimate records for benchmarking.
Identify, coach, and mentor talent, helping team members realize their potential and recognizing their success.
Provide leadership and service delivery on commissions in accordance with the conditions of appointment.
Use internal software to track commission margin levels and monthly fee and resource forecasts, and prepare financial reports.
Implement and maintain internal Business Management Systems, delivery methodologies, and tools to ensure consistent best-practice delivery.
Model a one-business culture that balances the needs of employees, clients, stakeholders, and society.
Adhere to applicable SOX control responsibilities.