Senior Cost Manager - Construction Management
About The Position
Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Senior Cost Manager and/or Quantity Surveyor to join its Nashville team, supporting cost services across a diverse portfolio that includes real estate developments, data centers, and civil and local government infrastructure programs. The role serves as a key day-to-day client contact, building strong relationships and delivering high-quality cost management services on complex commercial construction projects. The successful candidate will work independently and collaboratively, bringing strong communication and stakeholder management skills to a client-facing environment. As a senior team member, the role provides leadership and direction, promotes Turner & Townsend’s purpose, values, and vision, and supports excellence in project delivery. Responsibilities may also include SOX controls, where applicable. On-site presence and requirements may change based on client needs.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering, or a related field.
- 5–7 years of experience in cost management, quantity surveying, or project controls within the construction industry.
- Experience delivering cost management services on medium- to large-scale construction projects.
- Strong understanding of estimating, cost planning, procurement, contract administration, and change management processes.
- Familiarity with industry tools, cost estimating platforms, and financial reporting systems.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work in a client-facing role.
Nice To Haves
- Experience on commercial real estate projects is ideal.
- Construction consultancy experience is strongly preferred.
- RICS accreditation or progress toward certification is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Lead estimating and cost planning, including developing, reviewing, and presenting project cost plans; supporting design development; and reconciling changes throughout project lifecycles.
- Act as a daily client interface, coordinating with owners, designers, and contractors to gather updates, review submissions, and provide cost reports and executive summaries.
- Manage cost control processes, including valuations, change orders, contingency tracking, and cost variance analysis, ensuring budgets, forecasts, and actuals are aligned.
- Coordinate and validate cost information from architects/engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers; provide commercial input on procurement strategies, value engineering, and design optioneering.
- Support and lead procurement activities, including preparing and evaluating bid packages, contractor negotiations, contract input, and tender recommendation reporting.
- Prepare and present monthly cost reports, funding updates, and benchmarking data; support timely final account closeout and maintain cost records for future use.
- Implement cost auditing, validation, and change control procedures across project phases.
- Mentor and support junior team members and contribute to team performance and high-quality client service.
- Manage commission financials, including margin tracking, fee forecasting, and compliance with internal systems and delivery methodologies.
- Adhere to SOX control responsibilities where applicable.
Benefits
- Flexible working environment that respects work-life balance
- Inclusive workplace with opportunities for employees to contribute and affect change
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
