Senior Construction Cost Manager – Benchmarking Lead

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, delivering comprehensive executive-level cost reports, variance analyses, and strategic commercial advice.

• Lead the cost planning, estimation, and financial governance throughout the entire project lifecycle, including the preparation and presentation of detailed cost plans, forecasts, and cash flow projections.

• Supervise project cost control measures, managing change orders, valuations, contractor applications, and final account negotiations with a defensible and auditable methodology.

• Assess contractor and subcontractor pricing, spearhead commercial negotiations, and ensure the accuracy and alignment of project cost information.

• Engage in design development, providing commercial insights into design optioneering, value engineering, and prioritization of engineering based on cost implications.

• Coordinate and aggregate cost data from various sources, including contractors, consultants, and suppliers, to facilitate informed decision-making.

• Manage post-contract cost discrepancies, oversee change control processes, and track contingencies to ensure successful project execution.

• Generate monthly cost reports, funding updates, and executive summaries for client presentations.

• Lead and contribute to the advancement of Turner & Townsend’s internal benchmarking strategy, including the compilation of built cost data and the establishment of consistent cost baselines across programs.

• Monitor market trends (labor, materials, and economic conditions) and leverage insights for forecasting and risk management.

• Promote the use of digital cost management and benchmarking tools to standardize data, enhance reporting, and improve delivery efficiency.

• Oversee remote delivery teams, ensuring consistent adherence to best practices, governance standards, and company methodologies.

• Mentor and assist junior team members, nurturing a collaborative and high-performance culture.

• Contribute to the development and implementation of internal business management systems and delivery frameworks.

• Assist with financial management tasks, including fee tracking, resource forecasting, and margin reporting.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Cost Engineering, or a related field.

• A minimum of 5–7 years of experience in cost management or quantity surveying.

• Demonstrated experience in providing cost management services for medium to large, complex construction projects.

• Proven ability to develop cost models, analyze project data, and contribute to benchmarking or cost intelligence initiatives.

• Preferred experience in leading or coordinating remote or distributed project teams.

• Strong understanding of construction industry practices, including procurement routes, value engineering, and commercial management.

• Proficiency in digital cost management tools (e.g., CostX or similar platforms).

• RICS accreditation (or progress towards it) or equivalent professional certification is preferred.

• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership abilities.

🏝️ Benefits

• Bonus eligibility.

• Comprehensive benefits package.

• Flexible working environment.

• Opportunity for professional development.