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From project initiation through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help deliver outcomes through transformational programmes covering the full spectrum of consultancy, project delivery and post-project operations. Turner & Townsend operates globally with offices in 46 countries across various sectors.
Responsibilities
* Support the development of the process, procedures and policies for the Contracting Entity’s cost control standards, ensuring those standards take account of industry standards and any contractual terms and conditions.
* Monitor and assure compliance with Contracting Entity’s cost control standards, notifying the Programme Director and Project Manager of any non-conformance issues.
* Develop the cost management strategy for the programme.
* Review proposed contractor Key Performance Indicators for cost, spend and budget management.
* Oversee the management of variations, monthly cashflow forecasting and any amendments/variances, retention, liquidated damages etc.
* Oversee the advice provided to the Risk team on the financial impacts of potential risks.
* Monitor the anticipated final costs of the programme, reviewing and approving those completed by the Cost Management team.
* Provide a route to escalation for cost control, as required.
* Support Contracting Entity’s response to contractor claims as required.
* Ensure the Contracting Entity achieves value for money in the procurement and delivery of the programme.
* Develop and maintain processes, systems and administrative procedures necessary to support timely and accurate dissemination of cost reports across the Contracting Entity.
* Foster relationships with the supply chain and wider industry including contractors, consultants, suppliers and professional bodies.
* Provide advice and expertise on claims and disputes that may arise on construction and consultancy contracts.
* Review the schedule of rates or Bill of Quantities prepared by cost consultants for pre-tender estimates against designs, commenting as required.
* Review the monthly valuation for post-contract costs, valuations, variation orders and final accounts of packages.
* Monitor, measure and evaluate cost performance of projects with respect to on-site progress and disclose variations and changes to the contract in liaison with project teams.
* Periodically quantify work done, evaluate additional work and keep records for materials wastage and contra-charges to subcontractors.
* Review cost consultant payment certificates for contractors based on completed work and follow up for payments collection.
* Review and accept cost consultant final account recommendations and support the final account negotiations.
Qualifications
7+ years’ experience.
* Must have a clear understanding of construction contract commercial documents, drawings and specifications.
* Strong experience delivering technically complex and high-value infrastructure projects.
* Experience of working in a comparable consultancy environment, or with a client or contractor organisation.
* Knowledge of cost management principles, methods, techniques and tools, including the standard method of measurement.
* Knowledge of policy and procedure implementation.
* Ability to work within a multi-disciplinary environment while ensuring that all cost management tasks are conducted in a timely and accurate manner.
* Proficient in MS Office (all packages) and knowledge of project financial and cost management systems.
* Strong commercial and financial awareness including monitoring and co-ordination of budget.
* Ability to drive team participation and high performance.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong analytical ability.
* Strong ability to multitask, prioritize, and work well under pressure to meet deadlines.
* Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills with high personal motivation and energy.
* Good understanding of project governance and procurement processes.
* Ability to develop long-term relationships with all team members and balance people and processes.
* Experience managing internal resources including mentoring junior staff.
What we offer
* Full time, permanent
* Competitive remuneration and attractive range of benefits
* Pension
* 23 days Annual leave, 2 Company days & 1 volunteering day
* Opportunity to work on impactful and innovative projects
* Career development opportunities both in Ireland and globally
* Opportunity to work with a diverse group of talented and collaborative colleagues
Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com/
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