Job Description
Our ambition, as Turner & Turner alinea, is to become the undisputed Nr.1 Cost Consultant in London. A data-led digital cost consultancy and an authority on the economics of sustainability, combining alinea’s distinctive approach, Turner & Townsend’s leading digital platform and our combined talent.
Supported by our clear vision to disrupt the market by transforming service quality through a strong focus on cost advice, a platform of specialists and a personable approach. This unique environment provides an opportunity for our people to develop their skills as well as their careers, supported by access to a learning and development programme that is second to none.
Job Description
The Director of Cost Management will be responsible for leading the healthcare cost management team to win and deliver complex, large-scale construction projects within the healthcare sector. The successful candidate will have experience in relevant real estate sectors, particularly Healthcare, and will be responsible for delivering successful projects that meet our clients' expectations.
Responsibilities will include:
- Providing key technical and commercial advice to clients across healthcare projects
- Managing key client accounts and winning new business through organic growth and referral opportunities
- Ensuring the project stays on time and within budget
- Embracing and working in a digital cost management environment
- Full compliance with all policies, legislation, regulations and procedures
- Reporting regularly to key stakeholders including internal teams, appointed technical partners and the client
- Acting as a role model that drives a One Business culture. Achieves great outcomes by striking the right balance for our people, clients, shareholders and society. Always acts with the highest integrity, caring for the safety and wellbeing of others
- Detailed understanding of the market, acting as a brand ambassador and creating a pipeline of opportunity.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
- Professional accreditation from a relevant professional body (e.g., SCSI, RICS).
- Minimum of 15 years' experience in cost management, with a track record of managing large-scale (min £10 million +) construction projects ideally in healthcare
- Exemplary Leadership and Stakeholder engagement experience
- Industry knowledge and exposure
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with clients, stakeholders, and project team members.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues, develop solutions, and implement changes as required.
- Knowledge of industry-standard cost management software tools