Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor - Heavy Civil Construction

About the Role:

• Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Senior Cost Manager or Quantity Surveyor for heavy civil and site development projects.
• This role ensures delivery of disciplined, value-driven cost management services with a focus on managing project budgets, controlling costs, and providing commercial oversight.

Key Responsibilities:

• Estimate and negotiate change orders, produce cost plans, and reconcile cost data throughout the construction lifecycle.
• Interface regularly with general contractors and client stakeholders to gather project status and inform cost estimates.
• Manage cost checks, valuations, and post-contract cost control including change management and governance.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, quantity surveying, engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 6–7 years of relevant experience in cost management within the construction industry, including heavy civil projects.
• RICS accreditation or working toward it preferred; strong communication and negotiation skills.

Additional Information:

• Remote role with 25-50% travel to project sites; must be based in the United States.
• Base salary range $130,000-$150,000 USD plus eligibility for bonuses and comprehensive benefits package.
• Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.