Cost Manager (CI&U - PMCM)

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work policy

Gymflex scheme for gym memberships

Thrive programme for health and wellbeing

Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to provide pre and post-contract services in Birmingham. You will contribute to project management and support a diverse team in delivering cost assurance and management solutions for varying projects. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, be MRICS or on track for qualification, and possess a degree. This role offers a hybrid working arrangement, promoting work-life balance and a commitment to health and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to demonstrate applicable knowledge in QS/Cost competencies.
• Have a degree, or similar higher education academic qualification.

Responsibilities

• Play a pivotal role in Quantity Surveying or Cost Management services.
• Deliver QS/commercial projects and lead a QS/commercial team.
• Represent WSP UK at industry events.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Analytical and problem-solving abilities

Project leadership and delivery experience

Education

MRICS or Assoc RICS or working towards qualification

Degree or similar higher education

Tools

CostX

CEMAR

Job description

Job Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

A Little More About Your Role…

You will play a pivotal role in pre‑and post‑contract Quantity Surveying (QS) or Cost & Commercial Management services to our clients - including estimating, cost planning, procurement, cost assurance, and post‑contract financial/commercial management of projects ranging in size and complexity.

Depending on seniority and experience you could be involved in delivering QS/commercial projects, leading a QS/commercial team, training and mentoring staff, bid writing, winning work, people leadership and management, representing WSP UK at industry events, etc.

YOUR TEAM

You will join a diverse, growing team of Quantity Surveyors, Cost Managers and Commercial Managers, and other related professionals who work across multiple sectors.

You will be part of our Project Management and Commercial Management Team (PMCM) – made up of approximately 400 colleagues across the UK. This team provides Quantity Surveying/Cost and Commercial Management, Programme and Project Management and Project Controls services to deliver both Building and Infrastructure projects for public and private clients. You will be within one of our four groups – Civil Infrastructure and Utilities. For your information, our other groups within PMCM are Property and Buildings, Programme Solutions, and Rail.

You will be based in The Mailbox, in Birmingham City Centre.

Essential

• MRICS or Assoc RICS or working towards a professional qualification
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to demonstrate applicable knowledge, ability and experience around some QS/Cost and Commercial competencies required by relevant professional institutions
• Where applicable, have demonstrable management, project leadership and delivery experience at senior level

Desirable

• Have strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities with a keen attention to detail
• Adaptable and flexible approach to workload
• Have an alternative, relevant, professional qualification or working towards (e.g. CICES, AcostE)
• Demonstrable Quantity Surveying or Cost and Commercial Management experience in the public sector and/or experience on heavy industry projects
• Ability to travel from base office or home to site, client/project team offices, other WSP offices, and project locations
• Are passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a dynamic team
• Hold a degree, or similar higher education academic qualification
• Have proven organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Are not afraid to challenge the status quo to try innovative solutions and learn from past experiences
• Familiarity or working knowledge of specialist software such as CostX and CEMAR
• Working knowledge/experience of NEC Contracts and other industry standard contract forms
• Able to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams and stakeholders
• Have previous experience of working in a QS/Cost and Commercial Management role in a consultant, contractor, or client organisation – particularly in the following sectors: water, energy, environment, infrastructure, or transportation

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Work-life balance

At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community. Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging

We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.

Health & Wellbeing

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme. Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time

To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day. We also provide part‑time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Your development

We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.