Jobs, fresher vacancy - Associate Director - Central & Local Government • UK

Company: Turner & Townsend alinea

UK

Job DescriptionWe are currently recruiting for an Associate Director to join our London-based Central and Local Government Cost Management Team, supporting projects across the central and local government sector.Our team undertakes a diverse range of projects for notable public sector organisations, including the refurbishment of listed buildings, social housing and office fit-out projects.Typical duties for the Associate Director will include:Leading the commercial delivery of various projects.Establishing professional and appropriate relationships with clients, colleagues, and other parties involved in the projects and programmes we support.Managing the cost of various contracts in accordance with project objectives and policies.Providing accurate project cost monitoring, forecasting, and reporting to completion in line with budget.Proactively monitoring and managing cost variance and contract cash flow, ensuring timely and correct applications.Collaborating with client and contractor teams to manage the delivery of project deliverables, KPIs, and objectives, including programme performance, cost control, and value engineering.Effectively managing contract changes, ensuring projects remain within governance and adopt best practices.Driving improvements in the accuracy of forecasts and budgets.Providing sound commercial knowledge and support to all stakeholders.Ensuring final accounts are negotiated and agreed.Managing, supporting, and mentoring junior staff members.Previous experience and sound understanding required for this role:Excellent communication with stakeholders.A wide variety of project experience gained over at least 5 years.Contract Management (JCT and NEC forms of contract).Cost Management.Change management and control.Valuation.Risk Management.Procurement.Cost Planning/Estimating.Reporting.Collaborative approach and best-for-project attitude.Sharing best practices.People management.Commission management.Identifying and driving efficiencies and improvements through the project lifecycle.Good knowledge of construction industry technical matters, such as different procurement routes, value management, and value engineering.