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Turner & Townsend

Global project management and cost consulting

Cost Control Lead

Corporate Finance & FP&AConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeToronto, ON, Canada$125k - $175k /yr

About the Job

Requirements

  • A degree in quantity surveying, cost management, project management, or a related discipline is required.
  • At least 10 years of experience managing costs on large-scale infrastructure or construction programs is required.
  • Demonstrated expertise in Earned Value Management, financial analysis, and risk assessment within complex, multi-project environments is required.
  • Proficiency with cost management software and the Microsoft Office suite is required.
  • Ability to synthesize cost data across programs and deliver strategic financial reporting to senior stakeholders is required.
  • Working knowledge of program controls and how cost, schedule, scope, and risk interconnect is required.

Responsibilities

  • Drive accurate and timely cost intelligence across program dimensions, including budget performance, financial commitments, forecasts, variance analysis, risk assessment, and cash flow projections, to enable informed decision-making at all organizational levels.
  • Partner with Program Controls to identify and mitigate cost and schedule risks, developing contingency strategies that protect program value and delivery timelines on mission-critical initiatives.
  • Oversee program expenditures against established budgets and contractual obligations, ensuring alignment across complex, multi-faceted projects while identifying optimization opportunities.
  • Use Earned Value Management methodologies to deliver analysis and executive reporting that articulates key cost drivers, performance trends, and strategic implications.
  • Validate cost data, including labor allocations, expense documentation, and non-contract expenditures; review the data and coordinate necessary adjustments with Finance to maintain financial accuracy.
  • Mentor and develop team members, fostering continuous improvement and supporting their professional growth within the cost management discipline.

Desired Qualifications

  • A professional credential such as CCP, PQS, MRICS, or equivalent is preferred.

About the Company

Turner & Townsend

Global project management and cost consulting

Turner & Townsend provides project management, cost management, and advisory services for real estate, infrastructure, and natural resources. It manages the full project life cycle—from planning and budgeting to risk management and program delivery across design, construction, and operation. The firm distinguishes itself with a global footprint of 130+ offices in 45+ countries and an alliance with CBRE that expands reach and resources for large, complex assets. Its goal is to help clients maximize asset value by delivering projects on time and within budget while improving performance from inception through operation.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Acquired
Total funding
$1.3B
Headquarters
Leeds, United Kingdom
Founded
1980

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