Cost Manager: Hybrid Role with Private Healthcare & Growth

Brandon James Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected construction consultancy is seeking a motivated Cost Manager to join their Oxford team. This role involves managing diverse projects across commercial, healthcare, and education sectors while providing tailored cost support to high-profile clients. The ideal candidate is degree qualified in a relevant field, has experience in consultancy, and ideally is MRICS or working towards chartership. The company offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and substantial professional development opportunities.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Private healthcare

Enhanced pension contributions

Life assurance

Discretionary bonus scheme

Structured support for professional development

Qualifications

• Ideally MRICS or working towards chartership.
• Experience as a Cost Manager in a consultancy environment.
• Project experience in commercial, education, healthcare, or infrastructure sectors.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre- and post-contract cost management services.
• Prepare cost plans, feasibility studies, and tender documentation.
• Administer contracts and oversee change control activities.
• Monitor budgets and ensure cost control.
• Attend project meetings and present updates.

Skills

Strong communication and client‑facing skills

Organised and proactive in problem solving

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying, Cost Management, or related field

Tools

JCT or NEC construction contracts

Job description

A respected construction consultancy is seeking a motivated Cost Manager to join their Oxford team. This role involves managing diverse projects across commercial, healthcare, and education sectors while providing tailored cost support to high-profile clients. The ideal candidate is degree qualified in a relevant field, has experience in consultancy, and ideally is MRICS or working towards chartership. The company offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and substantial professional development opportunities.