Senior Consultant

Company Description

Job Description

1. Oversaw project cost planning and forecasting, ensured budgets align with scope, schedule, and funding priorities. Directed cost control processes, monitored financial performance, and guided teams in maintaining consistency and accuracy in reporting.
2. Acted as liaison with consultants, contractors, and internal teams to communicate project financial status and cost variations. Aligned expectations, resolved discrepancies, and supported informed decision-making.
3. Developed and implemented standardized cost management procedures and reporting tools. Streamlined workflows to improve efficiency, accuracy, and consistency across projects.
4. Collected and maintained historical cost data and lessons learned for future projects. Shared insights to strengthen estimating accuracy and supported continuous improvement.
5. Identified and implemented improvements in cost management and reporting processes. Enhanced efficiency, transparency, and coordination between project teams, contractors, and finance teams.
6. Reviewed cost proposals, tender submissions, and change orders from contractors to ensure accuracy and compliance. Supported decision-making by assessing bids and variations.
7. Attended project, contractor, and stakeholder meetings to monitor cost performance and financial trends. Provided feedback and guidance to ensure alignment with project objectives.
8. Mentored and guided project and field teams on cost management and best practices. Provided technical guidance and encouraged professional development.
9. Evaluated team performance in cost reporting and financial management. Identified development needs and provided constructive feedback.
10. Developed and managed budgets, tracked expenditures and forecasts, and presented results with Excel and PowerPoint.
11. Worked with engineers, architects, and contractors to prepare estimates using Bluebeam for take-offs and Excel for cost models.
12. Reviewed and managed scope changes, variations, and change orders. Ensured accurate evaluation, documentation, and financial control.
13. Reviewed cost-related deliverables for compliance and accuracy. Addressed discrepancies to maintain quality and consistency across projects.
14. Maintained regular communication with contractors and project managers to track cost performance and project risks. Collaborated to resolve discrepancies and aligned expectations.
15. Reviewed contractor submissions, RFIs, and change orders. Provided recommendations and summaries to support informed project decisions.

RELATED OCCUPATION:                                                 

Project Coordinator or any other job title performing all listed job duties.

JOB TIME:                                   Full Time

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and 5 years of experience in job offered or 5 years of experience in the Related Occupation. 

Additional Information

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.

We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance. 

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com/

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