Cost Manager – Commercial Real Estate Construction

Turner & Townsend

. Advise clients on procurement strategies, vendor prequalification, bid evaluations, bid leveling, contractor selection, and contract awards .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $100,000 - $130,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in cost management, quantity surveying, and procurement strategies within the construction industry, with a strong focus on project lifecycle management, risk assessment, and financial reporting. Proficient in utilizing cost estimating software and managing stakeholder collaboration to ensure project objectives are met.

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Cost ManagementQuantity SurveyingConstruction ProcurementProject BudgetingRICS Accreditation

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Hard Skills

Cost EstimatingBid EvaluationsValue EngineeringRisk AssessmentChange Order EvaluationContract AdministrationFinancial ReportingBenchmark AnalysisQuantity TakeoffsCost Control

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsNegotiation SkillsCommunication SkillsStakeholder Management

Tools & Technologies

Cost Management SoftwareCost Estimating SoftwareMicrosoft Office Applications

Certifications & Qualifications

RICS Accreditation

Industry Keywords

Construction ManagementCommercial Risk ManagementProject LifecycleTenant ImprovementCorporate Real EstateHealthcare ProjectsMixed-Use ProjectsFinancial ServicesRenovation ProjectsHigher Education Projects

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Advise clients on procurement strategies, vendor prequalification, bid evaluations, bid leveling, contractor selection, and contract awards
Manage estimating services throughout project lifecycles, including cost estimates, pricing validation, benchmark analyses, quantity takeoffs, value engineering opportunities, and risk assessments
Review contractor, consultant, and vendor proposals for scope completeness, pricing accuracy, and alignment with project objectives
Prepare and maintain project budgets, cost plans, cash flow forecasts, and cost reports
Develop and maintain commercial risk registers and support identification and mitigation of cost and schedule risks
Manage cost control processes, including payment applications, change orders, contractor entitlements, and client recommendations
Support contract administration, dispute avoidance, commercial issue resolution, and project cost record maintenance
Monitor project invoicing and financial reporting
Benchmark cost and performance data across projects
Manage final account negotiations, project closeout, post-contract audits, and cost reconciliation
Conduct lessons learned reviews and support best practices, processes, and training materials
Maintain project documentation using cost estimating, takeoff, and cost management software
Collaborate with clients, project managers, consultants, contractors, and stakeholders
Adhere to applicable SOX control responsibilities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Cost Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related construction discipline
Minimum 3–5 years of experience in cost management, quantity surveying, estimating, or commercial management within the construction industry
Experience supporting construction, renovation, tenant improvement, retail, commercial, corporate real estate, financial services, healthcare, higher education, industrial, or mixed-use projects
Experience preparing estimates, managing project costs, evaluating change orders, and administering contracts throughout the project lifecycle
Construction consultancy, owner's representative, project management, or contractor-side cost management experience preferred
Knowledge of construction procurement methods, cost planning, value engineering, and commercial risk management
Familiarity with cost estimating and takeoff software, cost reporting tools, and Microsoft Office applications
RICS accreditation or progress toward achieving it considered an asset
Strong analytical, organizational, negotiation, and communication skills
Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonuses may be available in addition to base salary
Comprehensive benefits package
Healthy, productive, and flexible working environment
Work-life balance support
Inclusive workplace and equal opportunity employer