Senior Cost Manager/Project Quantity Surveyor – Sports Stadia

Overview

In this role you will lead cost management for complex construction projects in our Manchester construction projects division. You’ll develop budgets, forecast financials, and drive cost efficiency across the project lifecycle. You will collaborate with project teams to ensure value delivery and profitability, applying your expertise to procurement, contracts, and cost control. This is an opportunity to shape project economics and support major programs at a global consultancy. You will mentor others and contribute to the department’s growth while working in a dynamic, client-focused environment.

Pay / Benefits

• flexible working environment
• great place to work
• opportunity to affect change
• focus on work-life balance

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed cost plans and budgets for complex construction projects
• Conduct cost analysis and provide accurate forecasts across project lifecycles
• Prepare and analyse bills of quantities, tender documents, and contract agreements
• Manage procurement process, including vendor selection and contract negotiation
• Perform value engineering to optimize project costs without compromising quality
• Monitor and report on project financial performance, identifying risks and opportunities
• Collaborate with project managers, architects, and stakeholders to ensure cost-effective delivery
• Provide expert advice on contractual and commercial matters to internal teams and clients
• Implement and maintain robust cost control systems and procedures
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to department growth

Key requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related field
• MRICS qualification (or actively working towards it)
• Proven track record of managing costs for large-scale construction projects
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a detail-oriented approach
• Proficiency in cost estimation software and Microsoft Office suite
• In-depth knowledge of construction industry standards, regulations, and best practices
• Experience in contract administration and negotiation
• Strong mathematical and financial analysis skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team while managing multiple projects
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Adaptability to fast-paced, dynamic environment

• Excellent written and spoken communication
• Collaborative teamwork
• Mentoring and coaching
• Cost estimation software
• Microsoft Office suite
• Cost control

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