Senior Cost Manager – Central & Local Government

Overview

As a Senior Cost Manager in our London Central and Local Government Cost Management Team, you will lead commercial delivery for public sector projects and help drive value across refurbishment, fit-out, housing and masterplanning. You’ll manage costs, forecasts and contract performance while building strong client and stakeholder relationships. You will provide commercial guidance through the project lifecycle and mentor junior teammates. This role offers impact in shaping public sector outcomes and delivering best-value solutions at scale.

Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial delivery of a range of projects
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with clients, colleagues, and project stakeholders
• Manage project costs, forecasts, reporting, and contract performance in line with project objectives
• Monitor cost variances, cash flow, and contract changes to ensure effective commercial management
• Collaborate with client and contractor teams to achieve project KPIs, objectives, and best-value outcomes
• Provide commercial advice and support to stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle
• Negotiate and agree final accounts
• Support, mentor, and develop junior team members

Key requirements

• Strong stakeholder communication and relationship management skills
• At least five years’ experience delivering construction or infrastructure projects
• Experience in Cost Management, Contract Management (JCT and NEC), Procurement, and Risk Management
• Knowledge of cost planning, estimating, valuation, reporting, and change control processes
• A collaborative approach with the ability to build effective working relationships
• Experience managing commissions, supporting team development, and sharing best practice
• The ability to identify efficiencies and drive improvements throughout the project lifecycle
• Good understanding of construction industry practices, including procurement routes, value management, and value engineering
• Degree or HNC level qualification
• Professionally qualified is desired (MRICS or similar)

• Excellent stakeholder management
• Collaborative mindset
• Mentoring and coaching
• Cost Management
• Contract Management (JCT and NEC)
• Procurement

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