Cost Manager

Conrad Consulting Ltd; Wallsend; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in real estate and construction is looking for a Cost Manager to join their Newcastle team. This role involves guiding clients in complex projects, managing costs, and ensuring value for money. The ideal candidate has a background in cost management or quantity surveying, strong communication skills, and a passion for the built environment. Join an innovative workplace where your contributions are valued.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in cost management or quantity surveying across the project lifecycle.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence and build lasting relationships.
• Collaborative, proactive, and passionate about delivering quality outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with feasibility studies and procurement reporting.
• Preparing and presenting detailed cost plans.
• Leading on tendering and procurement, managing pre-qualification.
• Managing post-contract cost variances and change control processes.
• Delivering accurate cost checks and valuations on larger projects.
• Producing monthly post-contract cost reports.
• Driving value engineering initiatives.
• Negotiating and agreeing final accounts.
• Acting as a key client interface across all project stages.

Skills

Cost management

Quantity surveying

Strong communication skills

Stakeholder influence

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

MRICS or working towards

Job description

Cost Manager - Newcastle- Real Estate
Location: Newcastle-upon-Tyne / Hartlepool

I'm delighted to be representing my client, a leading consultancy in real estate and construction, as they seek to expand their Newcastle Real Estate team. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

The Opportunity

As a Cost Manager, you'll play a vital role in guiding clients through the commercial and qualitative aspects of complex projects. From historic conservation to modern delivery, you'll advise and influence key stakeholders to ensure value for money and excellence in execution.

This role is ideal for professionals from either a Main Contracting or PQS background who thrive in collaborative environments and have a genuine passion for the built environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting with feasibility studies and procurement reporting.
• Preparing and presenting detailed cost plans.
• Leading on tendering and procurement, including managing pre-qualification.
• Managing post-contract cost variances and change control processes.
• Delivering accurate cost checks and valuations on larger projects.
• Producing and presenting monthly post-contract cost reports.
• Driving value engineering initiatives.
• Negotiating and agreeing final accounts.
• Acting as a key client interface across all project stages.

About You

• Proven track record in cost management / quantity surveying across the project lifecycle.
• Ideally MRICS (or working towards professional chartership).
• Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence and build lasting relationships.
• Collaborative, proactive, and passionate about delivering quality outcomes.

Why Join?

My client fosters a culture built on professionalism, quality, customer focus, and continuous improvement. Joining this team means being part of a supportive, innovative, and integrated workplace where your growth and contribution are genuinely valued.