Costs Manager, Property

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

Job summary

A leading company in the UK is seeking a Property Cost Manager (Quantity Surveyor) to enhance cost and value management across various property projects. This hybrid role involves capital project governance, cost reporting, and stakeholder management, seeking candidates with robust commercial skills and relevant industry experience.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Regular, pro-active cost reporting on capital and operational expenditure.
• Developing and maintaining benchmark data for cost improvements.
• Managing QS supplier partners and driving continuous process improvements.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Commercial acumen

Cost-effective specifications

Project management

Education

Membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors

Job description

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

The Property Cost Manager is responsible for the continuous improvement of our cost and value management capability through robust cost control, always focusing on best value outcomes from our investment in the estate.

This role would suit an Associate level Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor ready to step up.

This is a hybrid role, working from our Bradford office for 3 days per week. Applicants should reside within a reasonable distance from our Bradford base.

As a Property Manager, you will be responsible for:

1. Regular, pro-active cost reporting on capital and operational expenditure.
2. Providing commercial governance of all project spend.
3. Developing life cycle cost models to support future investment plans and minimise future intervention costs.
4. Developing and maintaining benchmark data to understand our cost base and identify areas of improvement.
5. Working with the Design & Standards team to ensure cost-effective specifications and efficient building processes.
6. Managing our QS supplier partners daily, driving continuous process improvements and ensuring market competitiveness.
7. Leading procurement activities to secure the best suppliers at the best prices.
8. Assisting in developing and managing a high-performing supply chain.
9. Measuring and reporting on commercial metrics and KPIs to guide continuous improvement.
10. Collaborating with our Directs team to procure fittings, furnishings, and equipment efficiently.

You’ll also bring:

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

“At Morrisons, we’re proud to be building a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We want every colleague to feel respected, supported, and able to be themselves at work. Different voices, experiences, and ways of thinking help us grow and improve, which is good for our customers too.

We’re always looking for people from all walks of life to join us and bring their talents to our team. Together, we can build a workplace where everyone has the chance to thrive, make a difference, and belong.”