Costs Manager, Property

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

Job summary

A leading company in the retail and logistics sector seeks a Property Cost Manager (Quantity Surveyor) to enhance cost management practices. The successful candidate will be integral in improving investment outcomes through robust financial governance while overseeing procurement and supplier partnerships. This hybrid role requires industry-related experience and offers a competitive salary with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in delivering new build and refurbishment projects.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of JCT contract forms.

Responsibilities

• Proactive cost reporting on capital and operational expenditure.
• Providing commercial governance of project spend.
• Developing life cycle cost models for future investment planning.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Commercial acumen

Financial awareness

Education

Membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors

Relevant construction or industry experience

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 capability through robust cost control, focusing on 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 include:

• Proactive cost reporting on capital and operational expenditure
• Providing commercial governance of project spend
• Developing life cycle cost models for future investment planning
• Maintaining benchmark data to understand and improve our cost base
• Collaborating with the Design & Standards team for cost-effective specifications
• Managing QS supplier partners and driving process improvements
• Leading procurement activities for optimal supplier partnerships
• Developing and managing a high-performing supply chain
• Measuring and reporting on key commercial metrics
• Collaborating with the Directs team for efficient procurement of fittings 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
• Experience with JCT contract forms
• Membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (desirable)

At Morrisons, we’re proud to reflect the diversity of our communities. We aim for every colleague to feel respected, supported, and authentic at work. Different 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 can build a workplace where everyone can thrive, make a difference, and belong.