Overviewthe successful candidate will work on real estate projects, including but not limited to offices, retail, hospitality, mixed uses, residential, shopping malls, data centers, industrial and manufacturing. The associate director serves as the client’s main contact for providing cost and commercial management services, including quantity take-off and pricing, cost estimation, cost forecasting and reporting, cost control, change management, project final account, contract and close out administration, procurement management, among other related responsibilities. The successful candidate will demonstrate a methodical approach and superb interpersonal skills. An outstanding cost and commercial manager is not only great at analyzing costs, but they also know how to seek and negotiate strategies and opportunities to ensure the best possible outcome for the project. This person will work closely with all of our key global real estate clients, report to the cost management director and have line management responsibilities of approximately 15-25 people.responsibilitiesadvise at a strategic level at the project conception stage, including providing cost advice on the different approaches that can be adopted in order to successfully achieve the client’s overall objectives.develop cost plans and contract documentation including budgetary estimates, bills of quantities and cost option studies.demonstrate experience across all aspects of cost management on a range of projects from feasibility studies to final account close-out.prepare tender documentation, evaluate, and prepare tender reports, review contractor valuations and other relevant documentation.critically analyze, challenge and brainstorm project requirements and deliverables to find creative solutions and alternatives on behalf of clients.manage the flow of project information between the team and the client through regular meetings and written communications.ensure the production of formal project progress and other reports.take a leading role in interfacing with the client and other consultants at all project stages.ensure commissions are managed to the highest quality standards and are completed efficiently on time and on budget.general line management responsibilities are effectively assigned and the cost management team is led effectively.motivate team members, drive towards positive client outcomes and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.margin levels and monthly fee/resource forecasts are kept track of on all commissions.take responsibility for business development opportunities with existing and new clients, including cross-selling opportunities, that are identified and acted upon.qualificationsprofessionally qualified in one of the following fields: quantity surveying, engineering, architecture or any related construction disciplines.masters in cost management or equivalent knowledge and experience.fluent in english and spanish, professional level written and spoken.member of rics / aace is preferable.skillsprofessional knowledge of cost estimation software such as cost x.strong microsoft skills, specifically excel, powerpoint, microsoft power bi.strong communication skills.strong relationship building skills.strong business development skills.solution oriented.outcome driven.self motivated.resilient.experiencethe successful candidate shall have delivered cost management services across a range of major projects, preferably across multiple sectors, and worked across the project full lifecycle including pre-investment decision making, procurement, budgeting and post-contract execution phases. Experience in developing cost management procedures and strategy. Candidates should have above 10 years of professional experience and experience of leading cost management commissions for medium to high complexity construction projects, with a strong background in consultancy services for turner & townsend sectors. Demonstrated people management experience, particularly in leading a cost management team delivering a project.above 10 years of professional experience.experience of working in the latin america construction market.experience of leading cost management commissions for medium to large projects of medium to high complexity.a strong background in the delivery of consultancy services to the sectors serviced by turner & townsend.good knowledge of construction industry technical matters, such as procurement routes, value management and value engineering, commercial management.people management experience, particularly in managing a cost management team.additional informationturner & townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.turner & townsend website: www.turnerandtownsend.com
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