Senior Cost Management opportunities across Australia

1 month ago


Melbourne, Australia Turner & Townsend Full time

Company Description

Are you a Senior Cost Manager/Senior Quantity Surveyor in the construction industry? Have you ever thought of relocating to Australia? If so, Turner & Townsend could have the perfect opportunity for you 

From the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational programs spanning the full spectrum of consultancy, project delivery and post-project operations.

With offices located globally, you're never far away from our services. Operating from 133 offices in 49 countries, we make the difference to projects across the real estate, infrastructure, and energy & natural resources sectors worldwide.

Our Australian team is dynamic, innovative, and client-focused, supported by an inclusive and engaging company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, deep expertise, integrity, and the quality we deliver. As a result, our people enjoy working on some of the most exciting projects in the world.

Senior   Cost Management opportunities

As a result of business growth across Australia, Turner & Townsend are inviting experienced cost management and quantity surveying professionals to join our team supporting diverse construction projects and programs across the country.

Due to significant growth and ongoing delivery success with our clients across Australia, we are recruiting for Senior Cost Managers to undertake pre and post contract client facing duties for our real estate, defence and infrastructure projects. Roles are across various projects in Brisbane, Sydney, Canberra, Melbourne and Perth.

Our experts act as trusted advisors to our clients, guiding stakeholders to deliver upon our clients’ vision.

More about relocating with Turner & Townsend

Relocating with Turner & Townsend gives the opportunity to expand your skillset and provides a unique chance to experience a different culture and work environment, fostering personal and professional development. We offer a range of relocation packages that include eligible visa sponsorship as well as in-house resources to support you during the transition. We have a strong expat community of people who understand the relocation experience and can support you through it.

Job Description

Turner & Townsend will give you the opportunity to work with world class clients on cutting edge projects and to build a successful career with a company that will offer the highest levels of support at every stage.

We work on projects of all sizes from one-off developments to mega-programmes, from planning the future development of international airports to site based construction of individual buildings, or the largest rail infrastructure projects in the country. We cover everything from leading teams, planning works, tracking progress and business case delivery to bringing assets into use. 

Ideal candidates will have experience with cost planning, estimating for major Real Estate Projects, building services and utilities, cost reporting, procurement, contract and commercial management including:

MEP Commission management experience. Pre and Post contract cost management experience. Procurement and contract advisory experience. Commercial reporting experience. Lead and manage complex projects and programs as the key client interface. Developing working relationships, problem solving and driving projects to successful completion Managing the design process to achieve the client's requirements and manage expectations Reviewing project plans and specifications, scheduling, costs saving measures, discrepancies, potential construction problems, etc. Managing project safety and environmental requirements Managing project timelines, risks and reporting

Qualifications

7+ years experience as a cost manager and senior cost manager RICS, AIQS with Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or MEP Engineering degree. Sound understanding of engineering and design in delivery, as well as a solid understanding of safety practices in project delivery. Experience of managing multiple concurrent projects at various stages of delivery. Experience operating at various stages in the project lifecycle.

Additional Information

If Turner & Townsend catches your attention, please indicate your interest by clicking ‘I’m Interested’ and complete an application. You will join our highly active mobility talent pool and will be contacted by a member of our recruitment team if your experience aligns with our current or future projects. 

Please note, we cannot guarantee sponsorship viability but will explore various avenues with you if your experience aligns with our requirements.

Our people share our Purpose and Values. Turner & Townsend provides a great place to work, where everyone can make change happen and influence a better world.

We champion our people to succeed in both work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive, and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance. 

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

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Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review. 



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