Full-Time Senior Cost Manager - Procurement

Exciting opportunity for a Cost Manager to join our Industrial, Science and Technology team in Dublin, part of procurement and contracts management team for key technology clients.

Role Focus: Data Centre, Pharmaceutical, Biotech or related hi-tech sectors.

• Manage procurement and sourcing for data center construction programs (various professional services).
• Lead project-level procurement, contract administration, and sourcing, coordinating supply chain.
• Provide regular briefings on procurement status, address escalated issues.
• Support customer delivery teams, ensure procurement aligns with project timelines.
• Oversee contract operations meetings, track events, and manage RFP activities (document prep, supplier screening, bidder management).
• Manage GC Lump Sum procurement activities, advising on change orders and tracking milestones.
• Handle change orders and claims, ensuring timely execution and closeout.
• Support sourcing, onboarding, and negotiations with suppliers (developing frameworks and strategies).
• Manage cost estimation, budgeting, tendering, and procurement throughout project lifecycle.
• Provide ongoing cost management support (cost reporting, risk analysis, value engineering, client engagement).
• SOX control responsibilities (where applicable).

Experience Requirements:

• Minimum 10 years post-graduate experience in Cost Management/Quantity Surveying, Procurement and Supply Chain in relevant hi-tech sectors (Data Centre, life science, pharma, biotech).
• Previous experience supporting large-scale construction programs.

Other Requirements:

• Competency in cost planning and contract administration software.
• Experience in pre- and post-contract roles.
• Ability to operate in fast-paced environment, manage client expectations, and deliver high-quality service.

Skills & Competencies:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Important notes:

• Right to work in the Republic of Ireland and EU.
• Strict policy against candidates paying fees.
• Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer.

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