Assistant Cost Manager

Turner & Townsend

The Role

Overview

Assist commercial manager with cost, contracts, and payment verification for construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • cost reporting
  • payment certification
  • nec4 contracts
  • contract review
  • compliance support
  • cost management

Tasks

-Prepare and present monthly reports showing cost position and contract performance on allocated projects to keep project teams informed. -Responsible for verifying and certifying payment of suppliers and ensuring the correct amount is paid. -Assist in the development and compiling of NEC4 contract documents for projects – construction and professional services. -Review existing contract documents on allocated projects and provide advice to project managers on contractual obligations to ensure compliance with the contract. -Support C&F team in ensuring compliance with Government/Translink/C&F procedures for construction works and services in order to achieve compliance. -Development of procedures and systems for project cost management in order to develop efficiency and or assurance on value for money.

Requirements

  • ms office
  • quantity surveying
  • 2 years
  • budget management
  • construction tech
  • communication

What You Bring

-Excellent verbal communication skills -Understanding of budget control and management of budgets -Strong numeracy and financial management ability -2 years’ experience in a construction contract environment -Experience of using MS Office 365 including Word and Excel -Professional appearance and conduct -Understanding of building and civil construction technology and associated supply chain. -Ability to work to and meet deadlines -Ability to deal with colleagues and wider project teams in a professional and confident manner -Minimum of a Degree in Quantity Surveying or other relevant Construction related subject -Experience in measurement and valuation of construction works

The Company

About Turner & Townsend

-Operates across various sectors, including real estate, infrastructure, and natural resources, providing comprehensive services such as construction consultancy, asset and facilities management, and environmental consultancy. -Expertise spans advisory, cost and commercial management, digital solutions, and program management, enabling them to handle complex capital projects and drive transformative change for their clients. -With over 10,000 employees in 48 countries, the company leverages local knowledge and global expertise to deliver tailored solutions for each project.

Sector Specialisms

Energy

Buildings

Infrastructure