Cost Consultant (QS) – Infrastructure

About the role

Turner & Townsend is hiring a Quantity Surveyor / Cost Consultant for its Infrastructure business, within the Cost Assurance team. You will support clients in reviewing and scrutinizing actual incurred costs and identifying ways to improve supply chain efficiency and project outcomes across major programs and projects.

Key responsibilities

• Support the delivery of Cost Assurance commissions for infrastructure clients.
• Review and assess project costs, contractor submissions and supporting documentation.
• Analyze construction contracts and commercial arrangements, including Design-Build, Alliance, NEC and other procurement models.
• Test and validate cost data using analytical techniques and tools, including data visualization and trend analysis.
• Prepare clear, concise client reports with findings, observations and recommendations.
• Build working relationships with clients, contractors and project stakeholders.
• Contribute to improving Cost Assurance methodologies, tools and knowledge sharing.
• Stay informed of industry best practices, market trends and emerging technologies.
• Support senior team members on complex reviews and client engagements.

Required profile

• Degree qualified (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• Typically 3-6 years of post-graduate experience in quantity surveying, cost management, commercial management, audit, advisory or construction-related services.
• Understanding of construction industry practices, procurement routes and contract administration.
• Experience reviewing project costs, change management, forecasting and financial controls.
• Knowledge of common procurement methods (Design and Build, Target Price, Lump Sum, Cost Plus, GMP, Alliance).
• Familiarity with construction contracts and commercial documentation.
• Strong analytical, written and verbal communication skills, detail-oriented and able to work independently and in a team.
• Progress toward or membership in a professional body (CIQS, PQS, RICS, CPA or equivalent) is an asset.

Required skills

• Strong analytical skills with large datasets.
• Data analysis and reporting tools such as Power BI, Tableau or Excel are an asset.

What we offer

• Base salary range of $75,000 - $120,000 per year.
• Health and dental coverage for you and dependents, plus a health spending account.
• RRSP option with company matching and annual learning and development budget.
• Coverage of one professional membership or license fee per year.
• Vacation, flex and sick days, and a flexible hybrid work approach.