Commercial Manager - Cost

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction consultancy is seeking a Cost Manager to oversee a large defence capital works programme. The role involves establishing professional relationships, administering contracts, and ensuring accurate cost monitoring and reporting. Candidates should have proven experience in contract and cost management, as well as strong communication skills. The consultancy offers flexible working options, encouraging a diverse range of candidates to apply.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of outstanding results in large complex programmes.
• Experience in contract Management, Cost Management, Change management and control.
• Good knowledge of construction industry technical matters.

Responsibilities

• Establishing professional relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Administering contracts in line with project objectives.
• Monitoring, forecasting, and reporting project costs.

Skills

Excellent communication

Contract Management (NEC3, Option C preferred)

Cost Management

Change management and control

Valuation, Risk Management, Procurement and Estimating

Pricing and Reporting

People management

Commission management

Job description

At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating places that are responsible, bringing transformative impact to our people, communities and societies across the globe. To learn more about our purpose, culture, and priorities, visit our strategy site .

Within our consult business, we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential in every project.

The Project:

A large defence capital works programme which, over 15 years, will contribute to the upgrade of the UK's strategic defence capability. Mace (in partnership with the client and other industry organisations) will establish and subsequently manage the programme management organisation overseeing the delivery of numerous complex and varied capital works projects.

Values:

• Safety first - Going home safe and well
• Client focus - Deliver on our promise
• Integrity - Always do the right thing
• Create opportunity - For our people to excel

You will have a proven track record of outstanding results as a Cost Manager gained in large complex programmes.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Establishing friendly, professional and appropriate relationships with clients, colleagues and other parties involved in the projects and programmes we support.
• Administering a variety of contracts in accordance with project objectives and policies.
• Providing accurate project cost monitoring, forecasting and reporting to completion in line with budget
• Pro-actively monitoring and managing cost variance and contract cash flow, and ensuring that applications are made correctly and in a timely manner
• Collaborating with client and contractor teams to manage the delivery of project deliverables, KPIs, and objectives, including programme performance, cost control, and value engineering
• Managing contract change effectively, ensuring that projects remain within governance and adopt best practice
• Driving improvements in the accuracy of forecasts and budgets
• Proactively providing sound commercial knowledge and support to all stakeholders
• Ensuring that final accounts are negotiated and agreed
• Leading people and commissions as needed

You’ll need to have:

• Excellent communication
• Experience in contract Management (NEC3, Option C preferred), Cost Management, Change management and control.
• Experience in Valuation, Risk Management, Procurement and Estimating.
• Experience of Pricing and Reporting.
• Collaborative approach and best-for-project attitude
• Sharing best practice
• Skills in people management and commission management
• Identifying and driving efficiencies and improvements through the project lifecycle
• Good knowledge of construction industry technical matters, such as different procurement routes, value management and value engineering.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all of the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.

We are also open to discussing part‑time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role.