Lead Cost Manager – Social Infrastructure Projects

AECOM; City of Westminster; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

AECOM University

Volunteering days

Career development opportunities

Job summary

AECOM in London is seeking an Associate Project Surveyor to lead cost management commissions across a portfolio of building projects. You will deliver CM services from inception to completion, supporting graduates and apprentices and building strong client relationships.

The role requires degree-qualified QS with consulting experience, strong IT and contract knowledge (JCT/NEC), and a Chartered status is preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree Qualified - BSc or MSc - in Quantity Surveying / Cost Management.
• Proven experience in a consulting environment providing the full spectrum of CM services including Pre Contract Estimating; Procurement; Contract Administration, Cost Reporting and Final Account resolution.
• Passionate about delivering high quality consulting services to our clients.
• Understanding of JCT and NEC standard forms of contract.
• Proven ability to advise clients and design teams on cost, value and risk, not just cost in isolation.
• Excellent IT Skills and the ability to utilise digital measurement, cost planning and tender document tools shall be essential.
• Professionally Qualified - ideally Chartered Quantity Surveying Status with the RICS, CIOB or other equivalent institution.
• Active member of local networking groups.
• CSCS Card

Responsibilities

• Lead Cost Management commissions, taking responsibility for their successful delivery.
• Provide effective support and mentoring to Graduates and Apprentices.
• Develops strong reciprocal relationships with clients and members of the project team.
• Manage the delivery of cost management team outputs, in accordance with agreed timescales and quality standards.
• Provide full Cost Management duties to AECOM clients.

Skills

Cost Management

Pre-Contract Estimating

Procurement

Contract Administration

Cost Reporting

Final Accounts

Client communication

IT Skills

Education

BSc or MSc in Quantity Surveying/Cost Management

Chartered Status (RICS/CIOB)

Tools

Digital Measurement

Tender Documents

Cost Planning

Job description

AECOM in London is seeking an Associate Project Surveyor to lead cost management commissions across a portfolio of building projects. You will deliver CM services from inception to completion, supporting graduates and apprentices and building strong client relationships.

The role requires degree-qualified QS with consulting experience, strong IT and contract knowledge (JCT/NEC), and a Chartered status is preferred.