Associate Director - Cost Management

Associate Director – Cost Management

Company Overview:
Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 professionals across more than 60 countries. We partner with clients in real estate, infrastructure, energy, and natural resources to deliver impactful projects and programs that improve people's lives. Majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., we provide premier program, project, and cost management services worldwide.

About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Associate Director to join our Cost Management team. In this leadership role, you will manage cost management professionals within larger teams, deliver successful client solutions, and support the strategic direction of the Cost Management stream. You will be accountable for key account management and business development activities.

Responsibilities:

• Manage cost management commissions to meet quality standards, ensuring efficiency and timely completion.
• Discharge general line management responsibilities effectively and lead the cost management team.
• Develop strong relationships with clients and cross-functional team members.
• Track margin levels and monthly fee/resource forecasts for all commissions.
• Identify and act upon business development opportunities with existing and new clients, including cross-selling.
• Adhere to SOX control responsibilities as applicable.
• Comply with Turner & Townsend's Business Management Systems, including Health & Safety, Environmental, and Quality Management.

Qualifications:

• Professionally qualified in construction, cost management, engineering, surveying, or architecture.
• Master's in Cost Management or equivalent knowledge and experience.
• 8 to 10 years of experience in delivering consultancy services within our serviced sectors.
• Proven experience in leading cost management commissions for medium to large, complex construction projects.
• Good knowledge of construction industry technical matters, including procurement routes, value management, and value engineering.
• People management experience, specifically managing cost management teams on projects.

Performance Indicators:
Success in this role will be measured by:

• Projects managed to the right quality standards, completed efficiently, on time, and to budget.
• Planning delivery that meets client objectives and adheres to conditions of appointment.
• Strong client and cross-functional team relationships.
• Effective discharge of general line management responsibilities.
• Identification and pursuit of business development opportunities.

Additional Information:
Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all sectors of the community. We do not accept speculative CVs from external agencies without a formal agreement. Candidates will never be asked to pay a fee during the recruitment process.

Location: #LI-Hybrid