Costs Manager, Property

JR United Kingdom; Bradford; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK seeks a Property Cost Manager (Quantity Surveyor) to enhance their cost and value management capabilities. This hybrid role in Bradford entails responsibilities ranging from budgeting and cost reporting to managing supplier partnerships and delivering multiple projects efficiently.

Qualifications

• Relevant construction or industry experience.
• Proven delivery on new build and refurbishment projects.
• Knowledge of cost-effective specifications and industry innovations.

Responsibilities

• Proactive cost reporting on capital and operational expenditure.
• Providing commercial governance for all project spend.
• Developing lifecycle cost models to support future investment.

Skills

Cost reporting

Stakeholder management

Commercial acumen

Financial awareness

Education

Membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors

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 improving our cost and value management capabilities through robust cost control, focusing on achieving the best value outcomes for 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 intervention costs.
4. Maintaining benchmark data to understand the cost base and identify improvements.
5. Collaborating with the Design & Standards team to ensure cost-effective specifications and efficient building processes.
6. Managing QS supplier partners to improve processes and secure market-best prices.
7. Leading procurement activities to partner with the best 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 to procure fittings, furnishings, and equipment efficiently.

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 aim to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected, supported, and able to be themselves. We believe diverse voices and experiences foster growth and improvement, benefiting our customers as well.

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