Cost Manager

Pick Everard; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Agile working

Career development

CSR opportunities

26 days annual leave

Private healthcare

Pension

Employee discounts

Eyecare

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Pick Everard in Porton Down is seeking a driven Cost Manager to join our team on a Government DSTL account. You will monitor project finances, provide regular valuations, and advise on procurement strategy while ensuring budgets are controlled.

The role requires SC clearance eligibility, and experience with defence or government projects is advantageous. A strong on-site presence with Pick Everard and DSTL stakeholders is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification/experience in Cost Management within a consultancy environment.
• Must be eligible to achieve/already have SC Clearance.
• Defence experience and/or work on Government accounts would be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Act as the Construction Cost Consultant to monitor the project finances and contractual relationships, ensuring the financial position of construction projects is controlled effectively.
• Carry out regular valuations and present detailed analysis information on the cost of particular elements of work on a periodic basis to enable payment for those works to be made.
• Advise on commercial matters and procurement strategy, as well as contractual claims and legal matters.
• Manage costs to ensure project budgets are not exceeded, acting as financial advisor whilst monitoring progress for the client.
• Attend meetings to provide highlight reports as requested by the project manager to communicate your findings.

Skills

Cost Management (consultancy)

SC Clearance eligibility

Client communication

Report writing

Presentation skills

Education

MRICS/Chartered Surveyor

Job description

Here at Pick Everard, we are passionate about creating a prosperous and sustainable future, taking a fresh perspective on the built environment. Our core values of professionalism, compassion, drive and positivity are at the heart of everything we do.

Are you seeking a company that supports your wellbeing, growth, and career progression?

Would you enjoy working on diverse projects that make a real difference to communities across the UK?

Do you want to work in a culture where success is shared and celebrated together?

If you answered yes to the above questions, we want to hear from you!

We’re on an exciting growth journey and are looking for a driven, enthusiastic Cost Manager to join our team in Porton Down, working on our DSTL account. You'll be part of a core team supporting a programme of works ranging from £5m and beyond on a variety of projects.

Please note that due to this role being for a Government client, security clearance will be required, and this will be undertaken once you have secured the role. You must be a British national to be eligible to undergo the security clearance process.

Your core responsibilities will include:

• Act as the Construction Cost Consultant to monitor the project finances and contractual relationships, ensuring the financial position of construction projects is controlled effectively.
• Carry out regular valuations and present detailed analysis information on the cost of particular elements of work on a periodic basis to enable payment for those works to be made.
• Advise on commercial matters and procurement strategy, as well as contractual claims and legal matters.
• Manage costs to ensure project budgets are not exceeded, acting as financial advisor whilst monitoring progress for the client.
• Attend meetings to provide highlight reports as requested by the project manager to communicate your findings.

Our ideal Cost Manager will have:

• Relevant qualification/experience in Cost Management within a consultancy environment.
• Must be eligible to achieve/already have SC Clearance.
• Defence experience and/or work on Government accounts would be beneficial.
• Desire to work closely with a strong on-site presence with both Pick Everard colleagues and DSTL stakeholders.
• Strong ability to manage day-to-day programming and planning.
• Excellent client communication, report writing, and project-level presentation skills.
• MRICS/Chartered Surveyor status beneficial.

Unsure you tick every box? We still encourage you to apply as your experience might be a great fit for this role or other opportunities in our team.

Our nationwide multidisciplinary team of 780+ employees, work collaboratively to deliver outstanding places and spaces that create lasting value for local communities. Through our remarkable history we have established the sound principles of success, and we have the vision and ambition to be even better.

We’re committed to creating sustainable communities where everyone feels safe, cared for and valued. We achieve that by encouraging a diverse, welcoming workplace for our people, clients and colleagues.

We care about our people and improving our society and that means supporting your ambitions and interests at every level. We will provide you with an inspiring environment in which you will be able to drive real progress and impact in your career.

What We Offer

Providing a balanced, enjoyable career is important to us, and we work hard to make sure everyone feels a valued part of our organisation. You will receive an attractive salary, and amongst other benefits you can also expect:

• Agile working.
• Career and Professional Development.
• Corporate Social Responsibility opportunities.
• 26 days’ annual leave + Bank Holidays + option to buy up to 5 days’ additional leave.
• Private healthcare, life assurance and healthcare cash plan.
• Stakeholder pension.
• Professional subscriptions.
• Employee Discount Scheme.
• Eyecare Scheme.
• Wellbeing support and Employee Assistance Programme.

Equal Opportunities

As an equal opportunities’ employer, Pick Everard is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us on our journey.

Accessibility

We’re committed to helping you perform at your best throughout the recruitment process. If you have a disability or require any adjustments to support your application or interview, please get in touch with us at [e-mail]. We’ll be happy to discuss how we can assist you.

Agencies

We are committed to building and nurturing great relationships with our agency partners. However, this role is being recruited for directly and therefore we are not seeking support at this time. Any unsolicited CV Introductions will not be accepted.