Associate Director Cost Management - Construction Real Estate Projects, México

Key responsibilities Cost & Commercial Management Leadership Advise clients at a strategic level from project inception through completion, providing cost and commercial advice to support informed decision-making and successful project outcomes. Develop and manage cost plans, estimates, budgets, bills of quantities, benchmarking studies, and value engineering exercises. Lead cost management services throughout the full project lifecycle, from feasibility studies and business case development through final account closeout. Prepare tender documentation, support procurement activities, evaluate bids, and prepare tender recommendation reports. Monitor project costs, forecasts, change management processes, risk registers, and commercial performance. Review contractor valuations, payment applications, claims, variations, and commercial submissions. Identify opportunities for cost optimization, risk mitigation, and value creation. Ensure delivery of projects to the highest quality standards, on schedule, and within budget expectations. Produce and review formal project reporting, executive summaries, dashboards, and client presentations. Lead client meetings and manage the flow of project information between project teams, consultants, contractors, and stakeholders. Support the development and implementation of regional cost management standards, methodologies, and best practices. Client Relationship Management Serve as a trusted advisor and executive-level point of contact for key regional and global clients. Develop and maintain strong relationships with developers, investors, corporations, operators, contractors, and industry stakeholders. Understand client business objectives and proactively identify opportunities where Turner & Townsend can provide additional value. Lead strategic client discussions and position Turner & Townsend as a long-term partner. Ensure consistently high levels of client satisfaction and service excellence. Support client retention initiatives through proactive engagement and relationship management. Manage key accounts and contribute to account growth strategies across Latin America. Business Development & Market Growth Support Turner & Townsend's business growth objectives by identifying and pursuing opportunities with both existing and prospective clients. Develop and execute account growth plans aligned with regional business priorities. Proactively identify market opportunities within Real Estate, Data Centers, Industrial, Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Energy, and Capital Projects sectors. Build and maintain a pipeline of potential clients, projects, and strategic opportunities. Lead and contribute to proposal development, RFP responses, commercial negotiations, and client presentations. Collaborate with regional and global leadership teams on strategic pursuits and market expansion initiatives. Drive cross-selling and upselling opportunities across Turner & Townsend service lines. Represent Turner & Townsend at industry conferences, networking events, client forums, and business development activities. Develop and maintain a strong understanding of market trends, competitor activities, investment pipelines, and emerging opportunities across LATAM. Contribute to revenue growth, sales targets, and business planning objectives. Support the development of thought leadership initiatives and market positioning strategies within the region. Leadership & People Management Lead, develop, mentor, and inspire a high-performing Cost Management team. Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performance culture across the business. Support career development, succession planning, and talent growth initiatives. Effectively manage team workload, resource allocation, and utilization. Drive accountability, quality standards, and operational excellence. Conduct performance reviews and provide coaching to team members. Promote continuous improvement and knowledge sharing across teams and regions. Ensure appropriate staffing and resource management to support project delivery and business growth. Financial & Operational Management Monitor project profitability, fee performance, resource forecasts, and financial KPIs. Support business planning, budgeting, and forecasting activities. Ensure accurate project governance, reporting, and compliance with company procedures. Track commercial performance across commissions and identify opportunities for improved efficiency and profitability. Drive operational excellence across project delivery and client management activities. Ensure compliance with Turner & Townsend governance requirements and applicable SOX controls where relevant. Degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related construction discipline. Master's Degree in Cost Management, Construction Management, Business Administration, Project Management, or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred. Fluent English and Spanish, both written and spoken. Portuguese language skills are considered a strong advantage. Professional membership with RICS, AACE, PMI , or other relevant professional institutions is highly desirable. Skills Advanced knowledge of Cost Management and Commercial Management principles. Strong business development and client acquisition capabilities. Strategic account management experience. Excellent stakeholder and relationship-building skills. Strong negotiation and influencing abilities. Commercial awareness and financial acumen. Professional knowledge of cost estimation tools such as CostX or similar platforms. Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI. Strong presentation and executive communication skills. Ability to identify and convert business opportunities into sustainable revenue growth. Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Results-oriented and client-focused. Highly motivated and self-directed. Resilient, adaptab