Turner & Townsend

Associate Director-Cost Management Construction

LocationIndianapolis, IN
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job


Company Description

From the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help to deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational projects covering the full spectrum of consultancy, project delivery and post-project operations.

With offices located globally, you're never far away from our services. With over 22,000 specialists in more than 60 countries, we blend local knowledge with global insight to tackle challenges of any scale.

Our team is dynamic, innovative and client-focused, supported by an inclusive and fun company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity and the quality we deliver. As a result, our people get to enjoy working on some of the most exciting projects in the world.


Job Description

Turner & Townsend are looking for an experienced Associate Director Cost Manager and/or Quantity Surveyor to lead cost management services for a key client or several clients. This individual will ensure successful management of both internal and external stakeholders and ensure successful delivery of cost management services.

To be successful in this role you must have great communication skills and be comfortable operating in a client-facing role. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, driven and able to work independently as well as part of a team. In this significant position you will be responsible for providing leadership and direction, embedding, and promoting the purpose, values, and vision of Turner & Townsend.


Responsibilities

Strong leadership skills, experience leading a cost management team, ensuring they deliver on all accountabilities.
Taking a lead role in interfacing with the client, stakeholders and other consultants, at all project stages.
Maintain excellent communication with client(s) and other consultants at all projects stages.
Performing quantity surveying, cost controls and change management activities throughout the project lifecycle.
Communicate effectively and professionally with numerous parties including the general contractor, owner’s representatives, and external stakeholders, taking responsibility for Turner & Townsend coordination within the overall construction process.
Coordinate/assist with the strategic and operational management of Cost Management and Project Controls Services in a variety of sectors.
Be the first point of contact for reporting on the overall commercial status of a project.
Drive Turner & Townsend best practice at all stages of a project or program.
Identify opportunities to improve cost management procedures, process, templates and products.
Undertake Staff Performance reviews.
Set a clear strategy and ambition for the team.
Identify, coach and mentor talent to realize their potential and celebrate the success of others.
Grow and develop exceptional people.
Display excellence in leadership and service delivery on commissions is in line with the conditions of appointment
Financial Management - Utilize internal software to track ongoing margin levels and monthly fee/resource forecasts for each commission and financial reports.
Develop priority plans including risk mitigation through internal tools, make performance measurements via Key Performance Indicators (KPI) and appraisal documents, management controls and critical success factors based on company goals
Implement and maintain the use of internal Business Management Systems and company delivery methodologies and tools in the office to ensure consistent delivery of best practice for Clients and the company.
Undertake internal BMS audits, and coordinate and represent the office for external audits undertaken by the external certification authority.
Develop a detailed understanding of the market, acting as a brand ambassador and creating a pipeline of opportunity.
Advise on contracting and procurement strategy to the benefit of clients over a variety of industries and procurement routes and program level capital planning and reporting.
Strong relationships are developed with clients and cross-functional team members.
Participate in meetings with VP of Business Unit, Directors and staff and prepare and deliver presentations.
Provide weekly updates regarding the status of projects, initiatives, and staffing, and propose solutions and obtain approval and agreement from management team.
Identify and act upon any cross-selling or business generation opportunities.
Participate in generating proposals/RFP responses for new clients/projects.
Knowledge Management – Ensure key information and learning is generated from each commission and inputted into internal databases.
Attending relevant networking events.
Be a role model that drives a one business culture that achieves great outcomes by striking the right balance for our people, clients, stakeholders, and society. 
SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.


Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering or field related to construction.
Graduate degree in quantity surveying, cost management, construction management, or engineering is preferred.
Minimum 8 years of relevant experience working in a cost management role in the construction industry.
Construction consultancy experience is strongly preferred.
SME in Quantity Surveying, and RICS certified or equivalent accreditation.
Demonstrates excellent presentation, verbal, written, organizational and communication skills.
Bilingual in Korean and English strongly preferred!


Additional Information

On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.

We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com/ and https://www.heery.com/

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time.

Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review.

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