Cost Assurance Manager

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

Job summary

A leading advisory firm in the UK is seeking a Cost Assurance Manager to influence cost management in major infrastructure projects such as HS2. This role involves reviewing cost estimates, managing risks, and ensuring commercial integrity. Candidates should have a strong background in estimating and client management. The position offers a hybrid working model and opportunities for growth into strategic roles.

Qualifications

• Background in estimating and cost management.
• Experience in cost assurance, verification, or post-contract commercial review.
• Comfortable working with clients and presenting complex cost data.

Responsibilities

• Review and validate cost estimates across high-profile programmes.
• Advise on contract data for major projects.
• Ensure cost accuracy and risk management during project delivery.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Client management

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.