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Job Description
Highly skilled Associate Cost Manager sought to lead cost consultancy services on high-profile projects, providing strategic cost management advice and overseeing project financials.
The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, extensive experience in cost management, and a passion for delivering value-driven solutions. The role involves providing high-level cost advice, overseeing project financials, and ensuring the delivery of best-in-class cost consultancy services to clients.
Key Responsibilities:
- **Strategic Cost Management**
- Provide high-level cost advice and strategic guidance to clients, ensuring that projects align with budgetary objectives and deliver optimal value
- Develop and oversee the preparation of detailed cost plans, budgets, and estimates, ensuring accuracy and alignment with client goals
- Lead the preparation of tender documentation, including pricing schedules, bills of quantities, and cost analyses
- Drive value engineering exercises, identifying opportunities for cost optimization without compromising quality
- Advise on procurement strategies, risk management, and cost control processes to achieve the best project outcomes
- **Project Leadership & Delivery**
- Oversee the financial management of projects from inception through to final account settlement, ensuring delivery within budget and to client satisfaction
- Lead the management of variations, change orders, and claims, ensuring prompt resolution and accurate reporting
- Review and approve interim valuations, progress reports, and cash flow forecasts
- Represent the consultancy in client and project meetings, presenting financial reports and providing clear, actionable insights
- **Client & Stakeholder Management**
- Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with clients, understanding their needs and delivering tailored solutions
- Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, providing timely and professional advice on cost management, procurement, and project financials
- Work closely with contractors, designers, and other stakeholders to ensure collaborative project delivery
- Actively seek feedback from clients to ensure satisfaction and identify opportunities for service improvement
- **Team Leadership & Mentorship**
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of quantity surveyors and cost managers, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning
- Provide technical support and guidance to junior team members, reviewing their work to ensure high standards of accuracy
- Organize and deliver training sessions and workshops to upskill the team and share best practices
- Support succession planning and contribute to the professional growth of team members
- **Business Development & Strategy**
- Support the growth of the cost consultancy division by identifying new business opportunities, preparing fee proposals, and presenting to prospective clients
- Contribute to the development and implementation of business strategies, aiming to enhance service offerings and market presence
- Stay abreast of industry trends, market developments, and changes in construction legislation to maintain a competitive edge
- Promote the company's services through networking, industry events, and professional associations
Requirements:
- Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related field
- Professional Membership: Chartered status with RICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) or similar professional body
- Experience: Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in quantity surveying or cost management, with a focus on delivering complex projects within a consultancy environment
- Skills: Strong leadership skills, extensive experience in cost management, and a passion for delivering value-driven solutions