Associate Director Cost Consultant

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Associate Director Cost Consultant, Manchester

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Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Consulting

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Job Reference: ec84d0ac2746

Job Views: 10

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

Job Description:

About The Role

Currie & Brown is a leading international physical asset management and construction consultancy, advising clients worldwide across multiple sectors and services. We distinguish ourselves through our people, innovation, and a global office network.

Our team, from apprentices to senior management, contributes to our success and enjoys a collaborative work environment.

The role – what we are looking for

We seek an Associate Director of Cost Consultancy to join our Manchester office. The successful candidate will uphold high standards of service, deliver successful outcomes for clients, share knowledge across projects, foster innovation, and strengthen our reputation across various projects including commercial new builds, residential, towers, and government frameworks.

Your core duties will involve:

• Providing accurate cost advice and reports to clients
• Participating in bid processes, including proposal drafting and industry events
• Expanding the client base
• Developing team performance and implementing growth plans
• Managing billing and cash collection
• Supporting budget planning and financial forecasting
• Sharing best practices within the management team
• Ensuring compliance with industry standards and company policies
• Conducting audits and peer reviews
• Maintaining health and safety standards
• Delivering projects and assignments effectively
• Leading team objectives and working proactively
• Ensuring effective communication for project success
• Supervising junior team members
• Managing projects with limited supervision
• Representing the company professionally in client interactions

Desired Skills and Attributes

• BSc in Quantity Surveying or equivalent
• MRICS membership
• Experience in private commercial sectors such as offices, residential, hospitality, etc.
• Knowledge of local and national markets
• Proven experience in a similar role
• Proficiency in CostX or similar software
• Skills in sustainability and data analysis (Power BI, carbon assessment)
• Pre- and post-contract experience
• Strong technical writing and communication skills
• Organized, diligent, proactive, assertive, and commercially aware
• Team-oriented with a positive attitude, respectful, adaptable

About You & About Us

We prioritize long-term commitments, inclusivity, and investing in our people’s futures. We offer clear career progression, international mobility, and a focus on excellence and innovation. Diversity is core to our success, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Our global benefits are tailored to support our employees at all levels. Working with us means engaging with prestigious projects and top-tier clients worldwide.