Description

The Area Manager – Cost Management leads the delivery of cost management services for construction projects, ensuring cost control, quality objectives, and financial accuracy through commission management and D‑365 compliance. This role coordinates multidisciplinary teams, engages clients and stakeholders, and fosters a high‑performing project environment.

Key responsibilities include team leadership and development, client and stakeholder engagement, project strategy and planning, project controls and reporting, and financial and risk management. The manager drives ethical standards, promotes open communication, manages invoicing and risk procedures, and implements cost‑control mechanisms throughout the project lifecycle.

The role includes conducting quarterly performance check‑ins, setting clear objectives, and ensuring 100% compliance with financial reporting and client billing requirements. Turner & Townsend maintains a strict policy against candidate recruitment fees and expects all agency engagements to be formally authorized.

• Lead cost management services for construction projects, ensuring cost control and quality objectives.
• Manage and develop multidisciplinary project teams, fostering open communication and accountability.
• Oversee commission management, invoicing, and financial compliance using D‑365.
• Engage clients and stakeholders, building productive relationships and resolving issues.
• Develop robust cost reporting structures, controls, and monthly post‑contract cost reports.
• Lead value engineering, life‑cycle costing, and commercial negotiations.
• Support internal risk management and contract administration processes.
• Conduct quarterly check‑ins with direct reports and set performance objectives.
• Maintain 100% compliance with financial reporting and client billing requirements.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Cost Management, Quantity Surveying, Construction, Engineering or a related field (Master’s preferred) and possess at least 15 years of experience in cost management or construction projects. Required skills include strong communication, leadership, business acumen, native‑level proficiency in the local language, business‑level English, and proficiency with Cost‑X or equivalent software.

• Hold a Bachelor’s (Master’s preferred) degree in Cost Management or related field; 15+ years’ experience.
• Demonstrate strong communication, leadership, and business acumen.
• Proficient in Cost‑X or equivalent estimation software; native language proficiency and business‑level English.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance