Chartered Cost Manager (MRICS)

Colliersinternationalemea; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Competitive benefits

Volunteer days

Job summary

Colliers UK is seeking an accomplished Cost Manager to own commercial delivery for a flagship account. You will lead cost management across workplace, fit-out, refurbishment and capital projects, ensuring robust governance and value optimisation from inception to completion.

You will work with client leadership, project teams and contractors to drive cost certainty, procurement strategy and monthly reporting, with mentoring duties for junior members within a globally connected practice.

Qualifications

• MRICS qualification and experience within real estate, construction or property sectors.
• Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• Consultancy experience delivering corporate occupier, commercial office, workplace, fit-out or refurbishment projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost management across a portfolio of workplace, fit-out, refurbishment and capital projects.
• Develop and manage budgets, cost plans and forecasts.
• Provide strategic commercial advice to client stakeholders and project teams.
• Prepare feasibility estimates, benchmarking studies and procurement strategies.
• Manage tender processes, contractor evaluations and appointment recommendations.
• Oversee contract administration under JCT and NEC forms of contract.
• Review valuations, variations, change controls and final accounts.
• Ensure robust governance and financial reporting across the account.
• Identify risks and opportunities and implement mitigation strategies.
• Drive value engineering while maintaining quality and programme objectives.
• Produce monthly cost reports and programme-wide financial updates.
• Build relationships with client representatives, consultants and contractors.
• Support business growth opportunities within the account and Occupier Services team.
• Mentor and develop junior Cost Management professionals.

Skills

MRICS

QS degree

Real estate consultancy

Office fit-out projects

Cost planning

Procurement

Contract administration

JCT/NEC knowledge

Stakeholder management

Client-facing

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related

Job description

The Opportunity

This is a high-profile , client-facing role for an accomplished Cost Manager looking to take ownership of commercial delivery across one of our most prestigious accounts. Supporting a globally recognised client, you will play a pivotal role in delivering strategic cost management services across a diverse programme of workplace, fit-out, refurbishment and capital projects.

You will be responsible for ensuring robust financial governance, cost certainty and value optimisation from project inception through to completion. Working closely with Client Leadership Teams, Project Managers, Consultants and Contractors, you will act as a trusted advisor, helping to drive best-in-class project outcomes on a flagship account that offers significant visibility, stakeholder engagement and long-term career development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all cost management activities across a portfolio of workplace, fit-out, refurbishment and capital projects.
• Develop and manage project budgets, cost plans and financial forecasts.
• Provide strategic commercial advice to client stakeholders and project teams.
• Prepare feasibility estimates, benchmarking studies and procurement strategies.
• Manage tender processes, contractor evaluations and appointment recommendations.
• Oversee contract administration under JCT and NEC forms of contract.
• Review valuations, variations, change controls and final accounts.
• Ensure robust commercial governance and financial reporting across the account.
• Identify project risks and opportunities and implement appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Drive value engineering initiatives while maintaining project quality and programme objectives.
• Produce accurate monthly cost reports and programme-wide financial updates.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with client representatives, consultants and contractors.
• Support business growth opportunities within the account and wider Occupier Services team.
• Mentor and develop junior Cost Management professionals within the team.

About You

Essential

• MRICS qualified (mandatory).
• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• Consultancy experience within the real estate, construction or property sector.
• Strong experience delivering corporate occupier, commercial office, workplace, fit-out or refurbishment projects.
• Excellent understanding of cost planning, procurement and contract administration.
• Experience working within large-scale corporate real estate programmes.
• Knowledge of JCT and NEC forms of contract.
• Experience working in a multi-disciplinary consultancy environment.
• Strong commercial acumen and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and priorities.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.

Right to Work

Candidates must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Why Join Colliers UK?

• Accelerate your career - Colliers is committed to developing its people through structured career progression, learning opportunities, professional qualifications, and internal mobility.
• Enterprising culture - Employees are empowered to think differently, take ownership, and make decisions that drive success. Innovation and entrepreneurship are central to the Colliers culture.
• Collaborative environment - Teams work closely across service lines and geographies, creating opportunities to learn from industry experts and deliver exceptional outcomes for clients.
• Global business, local impact - As part of a global organisation with thousands of professionals worldwide, employees benefit from international expertise while working on projects that shape local communities.
• Strong focus on people and wellbeing - Colliers invests in its employees through competitive benefits, flexible working approaches, and a culture that supports individual success.
• Commitment to inclusion and diversity - The business actively promotes an inclusive culture where different perspectives are valued and encouraged.
• Make a difference - Through initiatives such as Colliers Gives , employees are encouraged to support local communities, with paid volunteering days and opportunities to contribute to charitable causes.