.Senior Cost Manager - Industrial and Data Center Projects, MéxicoAt Turner & Townsend we're passionate about making the difference. That means delivering better outcomes for our clients, helping our people to realize their potential, and doing our part to create a prosperous society.We are ideally looking for a candidate with at least 12 years of professional experience in the Cost Management area, they shall be able to perform the Senior Cost Management role for the Industrial, Manufacturing, Data Centre Projects.They will be serving as the Senior Cost Lead for providing cost management services, including invoice validation, cost forecasting and reporting, change management and close out administration, quantity take-off and pricing and assistance with procurement management. The Sr Cost Manager demonstrates a methodical approach and superb interpersonal skills.Job DescriptionConducting feasibility studies and writing procurement reportsApplying Value Management techniques at the outset of a projectManaging estimating and cost planning activitiesManaging the procurement process, implementing procurement and contracting strategiesEnsuring that post-contract cost variances and change control processes are managed effectivelyEnsuring that cost checking and valuation work is managed effectivelyEnsuring the production of monthly post-contract cost reportsDrive value engineering and offer cost insightsEnsuring that final accounts are negotiated and agreedEstablish and maintain professional relationships with stakeholdersLeading a cost management teamStaff management and inputting into the formal management of a Cost Manager or small cost management teamKnowledge management of key information and lessons learnedFinancial management using Financial Management SystemsProcess improvement of internal systems and processesReview construction plans and preparing quantity take-offsPrepare and review detailed estimates and cost plansLiaise with site managers, clients, contractors, and subcontractorsPrepare reports, analyses, contracts, budgets, risk assessment, and other documentsDevelopment of the cost proceduresReview and approve subcontractor proposalsReview and approve payment applicationsAdvise the Project Manager of any foreseen cost over expenditureReview monthly reports as presented by ContractorTravel from the office to various sites as requiredThe job holder is required to carry out all tasks within his/her level of skill and abilityQualificationsMinimum 12 years professional experience related to Engineering Cost ManagementBachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or any degree relevant to the position