Total 16 relationship manager job vacancies in Melbourne - 727 Collins

• We work across Retail, Health, Education, Defence, Infrastructure and Natural Resources.
• Collaborate and develop good relationships with clients and stakeholders internally and externally
• Responsible for pre and post-contract quantity surveying duties including preparation of cost estimates, procurement and tendering, contract administration, variation, final account, etc.
• Completing feasibility studies and writing procurement reports
• Estimating and cost planning to include producing and presenting the final cost plan
• Tendering and procuring, including managing the pre-qualification stage, producing the tender list, putting the preliminaries together, tender analysis, producing the tender report and compiling the contractual documents
• Taking personal responsibility for making cost checks and carrying out valuations on larger projects and in all cases ensuring that timely and accurate cost checking and valuation takes place
• Producing monthly post contract cost reports and presenting them to the client
• Interfacing with the client and other consultants, at all project stages.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an MEP Senior Cost Manager, to join our busy Real Estate team in our Melbourne office. Supporting our Developer, Occupier, Governmental, Health, Education and Tech clients to deliver complicated projects. 

The individual must be self-motivated and Client facing (both internal & external) with the ability to manage multiple projects and clients. This will involve establishing early budgets, early estimating, and cost planning, managing a design team to the budget, tendering and procurement (single and two stage) and post contract reporting to the Client. 

A good knowledge of MEP systems and supply chain is fundamental with the ability to work both collaboratively but robustly with any main contractor and their MEP supply chain.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Commission Management, to include the following, either as part of a larger project or leading an MEP direct commission:

• Assisting on feasibility studies and writing procurement reports
• Estimating and cost planning to include producing and presenting the final cost plan to internal & external clients
• Tendering (single and two stage) and procuring, including managing the pre-qualification stage
• Dealing effectively with post contract cost variances and the change control processes
• Taking personal responsibility for making cost checks and carrying out valuations on larger projects and in all cases ensuring that timely and accurate cost checking and valuation takes place
• Producing monthly post contract cost reports and presenting them to the client
• Inputting into value engineering
• Negotiating and agreeing final accounts
• Interfacing with the client and other consultants, at all project stages
• Where appropriate, leading a cost management team, ensuring that they deliver on all of the above accountabilities

Turner & Townsend will give you the opportunity to work with world class clients on cutting edge projects and to build a successful career with a company that will offer the highest levels of support at every stage.

As a Senior Project Manager in our Real Estate team, we are looking for you to lead these large projects, manage a team, have a commercial focus and balance working across major projects. 

• Lead and manage large scale projects as the key client interface
• Developing working relationships, problem solving and driving projects to successful completion
• Managing the design process to achieve the client's requirements and manage expectations
• Reviewing project plans and specifications, scheduling, costs saving measures, discrepancies, potential construction problems, etc.
• Managing project safety and environmental requirements
• Managing project timelines, risks and reporting
• Managing project budgets and advising on options to keep budget on track
• Direct line management team responsibilities

Turner & Townsend will give you the opportunity to work with world class clients on cutting edge projects and to build a successful career with a company that will offer the highest levels of support at every stage.

As a Senior Project Manager in our Health Real Estate team, we are looking for you to lead these large projects, manage a team, have a commercial focus and balance working across major projects. 

• Lead and manage large scale health projects as the key client interface
• Developing working relationships, problem solving and driving projects to successful completion
• Managing the design process to achieve the client's requirements and manage expectations
• Reviewing project plans and specifications, scheduling, costs saving measures, discrepancies, potential construction problems, etc.
• Managing project safety and environmental requirements
• Managing project timelines, risks and reporting
• Managing project budgets and advising on options to keep budget on track
• Direct line management team responsibilities

Our team is looking for a project manager to deliver a mix of Commercial/Retail Developer projects and also Industrial/Logistics projects.

• To lead Project Management Commissions, taking responsibility for end-to-end service delivery, often with respect to large or complex projects.
• To act as the key, day to day client interface, ensuring that client objectives are met and that projects are delivered to time and cost targets and the appropriate quality standards.
• Manage all aspects of the project and both the internal team and consultant team to deliver quality outputs on time.
• Manage commissions, cashflows, budgets plus assist with resourcing and superintendent recommendations.
• Training and development of junior staff (transfer of skills to graduates and assistant PMs).
• Planning and managing quality, safety, health and environment issues on projects.
• Risk identification and management.
• Establishing effective project governance, processes and systems to be utilised throughout project.
• Project planning, including ensuring the production of the detailed project plan.
• Advising upon the procurement of contractors and consultants.
• Co-ordinating with the overall cross-functional project team.
• Managing the change control process.
• Monitoring and advising upon project finances.
• Managing the flow of project information between the team and the client, through regular meetings and written communications.
• Ensuring the production of formal project progress and other reports.
• Taking a leading role in interfacing with the client and other consultants, at all project stages.
• Stakeholder management, understanding client key requirements and communicating/reporting accordingly.
• Managing the tender process and producing tender recommendations
• Marketing and business development activities  
• Internal management activities including financial management and quality processes and procedures

If you join our team, you will be responsible for end-to-end service delivery of complex, and interesting projects. You will be able to see how projects are identified, assessed, planned, and then taken through the preliminary design, detailed design, tender, construction and close out phases. You will assist with development of budgets, will manage complex stakeholder arrangements, manage and assess tenders, co-ordinate contractors and consultants and will get to take ownership of the projects you deliver. You will also have the opportunity to assist with client relationship management and business generation as part of the wider team.

Lead Cost Manager:

Serve as the lead cost manager for MEP services on assigned projects, ensuring all MEP-related costs are accurately estimated, monitored, and controlled throughout the project lifecycle.

Mentorship and Development:

Mentor and develop junior cost managers and other team members, providing guidance, training, and support to enhance their professional skills and knowledge.

Project Leadership:

Provide leadership and direction to the MEP cost management team, coordinating efforts to deliver comprehensive cost plans, estimates, and reports. Ensure that the team’s work aligns with overall project objectives and timelines.

Cost Planning and Control:

Develop detailed cost plans and budgets for MEP components at all stages of the project, from initial feasibility through to completion. Implement effective cost control measures to track actual expenditures against budget, identify variances, and recommend corrective actions as needed.

Risk Management:

Identify and assess cost risks related to MEP systems, and develop strategies to mitigate these risks. Regularly review and update risk registers, and ensure that appropriate contingencies are in place.

Value Engineering:

Lead value engineering exercises to identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising on quality or performance. Collaborate with design teams to optimize MEP designs for cost efficiency and practicality.

Client Liaison:

Act as the primary point of contact for clients on all MEP cost-related matters. Provide clear and concise updates on cost status, forecasts, and potential issues. Build strong client relationships to ensure client satisfaction and project success.

Quality Assurance:

Ensure the accuracy and reliability of all MEP cost estimates and reports. Implement quality assurance processes and conduct regular reviews to maintain high standards of cost management.

Stakeholder Coordination:

Collaborate with project managers, design teams, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of MEP cost management into the overall project plan. Facilitate effective communication and coordination among all parties.

Reporting and Documentation:

Prepare and present detailed cost reports, including budget updates, cost forecasts, and variance analyses, to project stakeholders and senior management. Ensure all cost documentation is accurate, up-to-date, and accessible.

Strategic Leadership:

Lead the MEP cost management team to ensure the successful delivery of complex projects. Provide strategic direction and oversight to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.

Client Engagement:

Act as the primary point of contact for clients regarding MEP cost management services. Build and maintain strong client relationships to secure new business opportunities and ensure client satisfaction.

Technical Expertise:

Utilise extensive knowledge in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems to provide expert cost advice and innovative solutions. Ensure all MEP estimates are accurate and comprehensive, reflecting current market conditions and technological advancements.

Business Development:

Identify and pursue new business opportunities in the MEP sector. Develop proposals, presentations, and cost models to support business growth initiatives.

• Helping to establish the overall success criteria for the project, including time, cost, technical and performance parameters.
• Identifying and ensuring that the appropriate line manager is aware of quality, safety, health and environment issues.
• Establishing effective project governance, processes and systems to be utilised throughout the project.
• Assisting project planning, including producing the detailed project plan.
• Assisting with contractual work including procurement and editing documents.
• Assisting the management of the change control process.
• Assisting with the flow of project information between the team and the client, through regular meetings and written communications.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders.
• Assisting in preparing formal project progress and other reports.
• Ensuring key information and learning generated from each project is entered into internal databases.
• Ensuring prompt client invoicing and utilising FMS in order to monitor a project’s financial status.

• Responsible for undertaking various project support and coordination activities in support of the client Program Manager, to help in the successful delivery of the construction Program. 
• To execute high level stakeholder management across the entire project team, including the client group, contractors and suppliers, and all the various authorities including Council, local and community interest groups etc’
• Work with project teams to improve the flow of information, communication and data needed by the contractors and other third parties
• Assist in the coordination and facilitation of regular and ad-hoc interface meetings between key stakeholders, including taking the lead on meetings when the Project Manager is not available
• Understand the size and scope of social/community risks based on projects
• Support project control activities, including assistance with schedule, risk, cost and change management, budget tracking and effective project reporting
• Support continual development of the project execution plan and ensure no community-driven delays to project delivery and operation

Contract Services

• Responsible for the project Contracting Processes.
• Manage a diversified supply chain
• Coordinate supplier sourcing
• Critically appraise contracts documents
• Manage contractual relationships as required

Contract Execution

• Support client to make sure that contract documents are in strict accordance with Legal approved contract templates.
• Work closely with the project team to ensure effective and timely document processing and management of contract documents.
• Prepare Change Management processes as required

Project Management (Support)

• Coordinate and manage GC, scope change and overall project delivery
• Manage the integration of supply chain scope as part of overall project delivery

Perform all normal project management duties expected on any design and build project

• Leadership

• Project Leadership: Provide leadership and direction for the data center construction and fitout project.
• Client Representation: Act as the primary point of contact for all client-side matters, advocating for our needs and ensuring alignment with project objectives.
• Stakeholder Management: Cultivate strong relationships with a diverse group of stakeholders, including architects, engineers, contractors, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Scope & Schedule Management: Develop and manage a comprehensive project scope document (PSD) and a detailed project schedule, proactively identifying and mitigating risks that could impact timelines.
• Budget Control: Maintain a strict budget and track all project expenditures, ensuring cost-effective delivery.
• Contract Administration: Oversee all construction and fitout contracts, ensuring compliance with terms and conditions.
• Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC): Implement a robust QA/QC program to guarantee the project meets all data center industry standards and best practices.
• Communication & Reporting: Maintain transparent communication with all stakeholders, providing regular progress reports and updates.

• Project manager to oversee construction works on-site to include managing stakeholders, schedule, risk, safety, quality, communications etc.
• Support lead project manager in other project deliverables.
• Coordinate with contractors, consultants and other key stakeholders of the project
• Lead and manage complex projects and programs as the key client interface
• Developing working relationships, problem solving and driving projects to successful completion
• Managing the design process to achieve the client's requirements and manage expectations
• Reviewing project plans and specifications, scheduling, costs saving measures, discrepancies, potential construction problems, etc.
• Managing project safety and environmental requirements
• Managing project timelines, risks and reporting
• Managing project budgets and advising on options to keep budget on track
• Chairing project/site meetings with clients, consultants and contractors 
• Being engaged with marketing and business development initiatives
• Co-ordinating vendor scope with overall project delivery.

• Lead the delivery of 4-5 project (retail) roll-outs simultaneously.
• Complete key cost management reports in a timely manner as dictated by the PM/ CM.
• Communicate any potential risks or opportunities with the Client on specific projects.
• Manage Client expectations through excellent communication.
• Always maintain the highest standards of Governance and Quality Assurance.
• Contribute to the overall improvement of service offering to the client
• Apply commercial acumen to projects and support the client through the decision-making process to deliver a project that not only provides value for money but also delivers a sound commercial outcome.
• Setting budgets for Client.
• Managing our existing key client relationships.
• Take responsibility for your own deliverables and ensure all commitments are completed.
• Working closely with our wider Woolworths team and providing support where required. the development of the business plan and take ownership for the delivery of the P&L targets.
• Demonstrate our Purpose, Vision & Values in your everyday activities, setting an example for excellence.
• Contributing to innovations and potential improved approaches with our service

• An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Cost Manager / Associate Director - Mechanical & Electrical, to join our team in our Caberra office. Supporting our clients to deliver projects and programs for Defence projects.
• The position will be to lead on the Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) specific deliverables within a larger project or leading direct M&E commissions, such as asset upgrade works.
• The individual must be self-motivated and Client facing (both internal & external) with the ability to manage multiple projects and clients. This will involve establishing early budgets, early estimating, and cost planning, tendering and procurement and post contract duties.
• The role will also include management of other Assistant Cost Managers and Cost Managers within the M&E.
• A good knowledge of M&E systems and supply chain is fundamental with the ability to work collaboratively.

As a Project Manager/ Senior Project Manager at Turner & Townsend, you will have a commercial focus and experience working across a number of large or complex projects.

• Advising at a strategic level at the project conception stage, including providing advice on the different approaches that can be adopted in order to successfully achieve the client’s overall objectives.
• Leading the establishment of the overall success criteria for the project, including time, cost, technical and performance parameters.
• Planning for and the ongoing management of quality, safety, health and environment issues.
• Establishing effective project governance, processes and systems to be utilised throughout project.
• Project planning, including ensuring the production of the detailed project plan.
• Advising upon the procurement of resources.
• Leading and facilitating the overall cross-functional project team.
• Monitoring and applying performance management techniques, including the use of KPI’s to improve project performance.
• Managing the change control process.
• Marketing and business development activities  
• Internal management activities including staff management (where appropriate), financial management and quality processes and procedures.

• We work across Retail, Health, Education, Defence, Infrastructure and Natural Resources.
• Collaborate and develop good relationships with clients and stakeholders internally and externally
• Responsible for pre and post-contract quantity surveying duties including preparation of cost estimates, procurement and tendering, contract administration, variation, final account, etc.
• Completing feasibility studies and writing procurement reports
• Estimating and cost planning to include producing and presenting the final cost plan
• Tendering and procuring, including managing the pre-qualification stage, producing the tender list, putting the preliminaries together, tender analysis, producing the tender report and compiling the contractual documents
• Taking personal responsibility for making cost checks and carrying out valuations on larger projects and in all cases ensuring that timely and accurate cost checking and valuation takes place
• Producing monthly post contract cost reports and presenting them to the client
• Interfacing with the client and other consultants, at all project stages

Due to growth and ongoing delivery success with our clients, Turner & Townsend's Project Management team in Melbourne are expanding and looking for an experienced Senior Project / Designer Manager. 

Responsibilities will include: 

• Lead and manage complex projects and programs as the key client interface
• Developing working relationships, problem solving and driving projects to successful completion
• Managing the design process to achieve the client's requirements and manage expectations
• Management and resolution of key design issues and driving efficient and well coordinated design
• Reviewing project plans and specifications, scheduling, costs saving measures, discrepancies, potential construction problems, etc.
• Managing project timelines, risks and reporting 
• Managing project budgets and advising on options to keep budget on track
• Chairing project meetings with clients and consultants