Cost Manager

Turner & Townsend

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

Desired Candidate Profile

KEY EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Good knowledge of and experience in the infrastructure / aviation sector working for a professional cost consultancy.
• Experience of post-contract services, interim applications, change management processes and variation valuation.
• Experience of working with standard form contracts, FIDIC preferred and knowledge of contract procedures.
• Professional approach and confident in performing your role.
• Ability to work with contractors personnel with confidence and assurance.
• Procurement experience would be an advantage as well as experience in client facing.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Knowledge of market prices and pricing of building works and/or MEP works.
• Dealing effectively with post contract cost variances, change control processes and interim applications, where applicable.
• Taking personal responsibility for ensuring accuracy of work produced.
• Assisting the commission lead to ensure accurate and timely production of information and reports.
• Interfacing with the client, contractors and other consultants, where applicable.
• A desire to progress your career to the next level.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or similar.
• In country (UAE) experience is required
• Aviation experience is required
• Professional membership is an advantage i.e. MRICS.
• Minimum 4 years experience in similar roles.
• Good knowledge of the construction industry and technical matters.
• Knowledge of CostX is required.