Costs Manager, Property

JR United Kingdom; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Property Cost Manager (Quantity Surveyor) to join their Property team in Birmingham. This hybrid role involves responsibility for cost management on diverse projects, from acquisition to refurbishment, aiming for optimal value outcomes. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience and commercial acumen in managing multiple projects.

Qualifications

• Relevant construction or industry experience.
• Proven track record in delivering new build and refurbishment projects.
• Knowledge of JCT contract forms is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Proactive cost reporting on capital and operational expenditure.
• Providing commercial governance for all project spend.
• Leading procurement activities to secure optimal prices.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Commercial acumen

Financial awareness

Project management

Job description

The Property Cost Manager (Quantity Surveyor) will join the Property team responsible for acquisition, new build, refurbishment, and maintenance of our diverse property estate, including retail, manufacturing, and logistics sites.

The Property Cost Manager is responsible for continuously improving our cost and value management capabilities through robust cost control, focusing on achieving the best value outcomes from our investments.

This role is suitable for an Associate or Senior Quantity Surveyor ready to step up.

This is a hybrid role, working from our Bradford office three days a week. Applicants should reside within a reasonable distance from Bradford.

As a Property Manager, your responsibilities will include:

1. Proactive cost reporting on capital and operational expenditure.
2. Providing commercial governance for all project spend.
3. Developing lifecycle cost models to support future investment and minimize future intervention costs.
4. Maintaining benchmark data to understand and improve our cost base.
5. Collaborating with the Design & Standards team to ensure cost-effective specifications and efficient building practices.
6. Managing QS supplier partners to drive process improvements and secure the best market prices.
7. Leading procurement activities to partner with top suppliers at optimal prices.
8. Developing and managing a high-performing supply chain.
9. Measuring and reporting on commercial metrics and KPIs for continuous improvement.
10. Collaborating with the Directs team for efficient procurement of fittings, furnishings, and equipment.

You should also have:

• Relevant construction or industry experience.
• A proven track record in delivering new build and refurbishment projects.
• Knowledge of cost-effective specifications and industry innovations.
• Effective stakeholder management skills.
• Strong commercial acumen and financial awareness.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of JCT contract forms.
• Membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (desirable).

At Morrisons, we’re committed to building a diverse team that reflects our communities. We want every colleague to feel respected, supported, and authentic at work. Diverse voices and experiences help us grow and serve our customers better.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to join us, bringing their talents to our team. Together, we aim to create a workplace where everyone can thrive, make a difference, and belong.