Cost Assurance Manager

Carrington West; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading advisory firm is seeking a Cost Assurance Manager to join their team. The role involves reviewing and validating cost estimates for major UK infrastructure projects, including HS2. Ideal candidates will have a background in estimating and cost management, along with strong analytical and communication skills. The position offers a hybrid working model and a salary range of £60,000 to £90,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Background in estimating and cost management.
• Experience in cost assurance or commercial review.
• Consultancy or client-side experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review and validate cost estimates for infrastructure projects.
• Ensure accuracy, risk management, and commercial integrity.
• Work with clients on complex cost data presentation.

Skills

Cost management expertise

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Client interaction

Job description

Do you combine estimating expertise with a flair for commercial assurance and analysis?

Want to influence how major UK infrastructure projects control and verify costs?

Salary: £60,000 £90,000 (depending on experience) Location: UK-wide (London, Birmingham, Bristol, Manchester, Glasgow) hybrid working

As a Cost Assurance Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in reviewing, validating, and advising on cost estimates and contract data across high-profile programmes such as HS2, nuclear, and major civils frameworks. You’ll work with clients to ensure cost accuracy, risk management, and commercial integrity throughout project delivery.

Essential Requirements

• Background in estimating and cost management
• Experience in cost assurance, verification, or post-contract commercial review
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Comfortable working with clients and presenting complex cost data
• Consultancy or client-side experience preferred

Nice to Have

• Professional membership (RICS, ACostE, APM)
• Defence, nuclear, or transport sector experience
• Familiarity with cost systems, benchmarking, and cost intelligence tools

You’ll join a dynamic, growing advisory team with clear opportunities to move into strategic or leadership positions. If you’re ready to use your expertise to shape smarter cost decisions, contact Emily Atkins at Carrington West today.