Associate Director – Cost & Commercial Management / Quantity Surveying (PMCM Buildings Manchester)

WSP Global Inc.; Manchester; Sur place; GBP 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Hybrid working

Thrive programme

Virtual GP

Gymflex discounts

Menopause support

Résumé du poste

WSP is seeking an Associate Director for Cost & Commercial Management / Quantity Surveying in Manchester, focusing on pre- and post-contract services, estimating, cost planning, procurement and financial management across diverse projects.

You will lead a team of Quantity Surveyors and Cost Managers, drive bids, mentoring staff, and help grow client relationships in the North West market including education and development sectors.

Qualifications

• MRICS qualification and professional membership preferred.
• Proven experience in Quantity Surveying or Cost & Commercial Management.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with pre- and post-contract services in cost management.

Responsabilités

• Lead a team of Cost Managers/Quantity Surveyors across projects.
• Deliver QS/Cost & Commercial management, bid writing and client liaison.
• Mentor staff and contribute to business development and bid activity.
• Represent WSP UK at industry events and client meetings.
• Deliver services for public and private sector across multiple sites.

Connaissances

MRICS

Excellent communication

Analytical/problem-solving

Adaptable/flexible

Teamwork/collaboration

Contract knowledge NEC/JCT

QS/Cost & Commercial experience

Leadership/people management

Time management/multi-tasking

Challenging status quo

Cross-functional collaboration

Outils

CostX

CEMAR

Description du poste

Associate Director – Cost & Commercial Management / Quantity Surveying (PMCM Buildings Manchester)

Job Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates innovative ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

A little more about your role…
You will play a pivotal role in pre- and post-contract Cost & Commercial Management services to our clients - including estimating, cost planning, procurement, cost assurance, and post-contract financial/commercial management of projects ranging in size and complexity.

You will be engaged in delivering QS commercial services, leading a team, training and mentoring staff, bid writing, winning work, people leadership, and management, representing WSP UK at industry events, etc.

You will join a diverse, growing team of Cost Managers, Commercial Managers and Quantity Surveyors, and other related professionals who work across multiple sectors. This role will be focussed on the North West market where you will deliver services for a number of key clients including Department for Education, Essendi Hotels, various local authorities, life science clients, and private development companies delivering residential schemes in the BtR and PBSA markets.

You will be part of our Project Management and Commercial Management Team (PMCM) – made up of approximately 500 colleagues across the UK. This team provides Quantity Surveying/Cost and Commercial Management, Programme and Project Management and Project Controls services to deliver both Building and Infrastructure projects for public and private clients, where you will sit within our Buildings team. For your information, our Groups in PMCM are Buildings, Civil and Infrastructure, Programme Solutions and Rail.

At WSP, you will have the opportunity to work on iconic projects and programmes, plus develop, and expand your career and professional network within a global consultancy – one with international offices and reach back into our world-class, global teams and markets.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

Essential Skills and Qualifications

• MRICS
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Have strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a keen attention to detail
• Adaptable and flexible approach to workload
• Are passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a dynamic team
• Ability to demonstrate applicable knowledge, ability and experience around QS / Cost and Commercial competencies required by relevant professional institutions
• Demonstrable Quantity Surveying or Cost and Commercial Management experience of working in the properties, buildings, and real estate markets in both public and private sectors
• Have demonstrable management, project leadership, and delivery experience
• Have proven organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Are not afraid to challenge the status quo to try innovative solutions and learn from past experiences
• Able to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
• Strong knowledge/experience of NEC and / or JCT Contracts, and other industry standard contract forms
• Have previous experience of working in a QS/Cost and Commercial Management role in a consultant, contractor, or client organisation

Familiarity or working knowledge of specialist software such as CostX and CEMAR

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.
Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 76,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

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About Us

We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 11,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Work-life balance

At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.

Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging

We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a culture of inclusivity.

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.

Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time

To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.

We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

#WeAreWSP

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.