Senior Cost Manager – Energy

Turner & Townsend

. Act as the key day-to-day client interface for cost management services .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeRemote • Houston • New Mexico • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in cost management, quantity surveying, and change management within the construction industry, particularly in medium to large-sized projects. Proficient in client engagement, negotiation, and delivering accurate cost reports while adhering to industry standards and methodologies.

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Cost ManagementQuantity SurveyingChange ManagementClient-Facing ExperienceConstruction Consultancy Experience

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Hard Skills

Cost PlanningCost EstimationChange ControlValuation ManagementData ReconciliationProcurement KnowledgeValue EngineeringCost ControlsConstruction Lifecycle ManagementFinal Account Negotiation

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationMentoringTeam CollaborationProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

SAPEcosysBusiness Management Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction ManagementRICS Accreditation (Preferred)

Industry Keywords

Energy IndustryConstruction ManagementCost Management ServicesValue ManagementConstruction Consultancy

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as the key day-to-day client interface for cost management services
Provide leadership and direction aligned with Turner & Townsend’s purpose, values, and vision
Negotiate change orders throughout the construction lifecycle
Produce and present final cost plans
Reconcile changes and assist the general contractor with data accuracy
Gather project status information and prepare cost report and latest estimate updates
Prepare written comments on contractor submissions, including executive summaries
Coordinate cost information from NPA, subcontractors, quantities from architects/engineers, and suppliers
Inform engineering priorities based on cost impact
Resolve scheduling issues proactively
Manage cost checks and valuations on larger projects
Manage post-contract cost variances, change control, contingencies, and commitment tracking
Prepare funding data presentations and coordinate value engineering sessions
Develop cost plans and estimates through design milestones
Provide commercial input to design optioneering and value engineering
Review contractor and subcontractor pricing and lead client-side negotiations
Perform quantity surveying, cost controls, and change management throughout the project lifecycle
Produce monthly cost reports for client presentation
Negotiate and agree final accounts
Compile built cost estimate records for benchmarking
Identify, coach, and mentor talent
Track commission margins, fees, and resource forecasts using internal software
Implement business management systems, delivery methodologies, and tools
Adhere to applicable SOX control responsibilities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering or a construction-related field
Minimum 5–7 years of relevant experience working in a cost management role in the energy industry
RICS accredited or working towards it is preferred
Experience leading cost management on medium or large-sized construction projects of medium to high complexity
Construction consultancy experience is strongly preferred
Good knowledge of construction industry technical matters, including procurement routes, value management, and value engineering
Excellent communication skills
Extensive experience working in SAP
Knowledge and experience utilizing Ecosys
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Client-facing experience
On-site presence and requirements may change depending on client needs

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible working environment that respects work-life balance
Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion
Opportunity to affect change and succeed in work and life
Confidential handling of candidate information