Project Cost Manager (Hiring Immediately)

ZipRecruiter; Horley; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Quantity Surveyor at London Gatwick, where you will be integral to managing project costs and collaborating with a dynamic team. This role offers the chance to work on diverse projects, from inception to completion, ensuring value for money while navigating complex contracts. With a supportive culture that values work-life balance, you will thrive in a professional environment that encourages innovation and problem-solving. Enjoy a competitive salary and a range of benefits designed to enhance your personal and professional growth, making each day unique and rewarding.

Benefits

5% Welcome Bonus

Performance-based bonus scheme

High street shop and restaurant discounts

Healthcare scheme

Life and insurance benefits

Professional training and development

Discounted travel

Volunteer days

Qualifications

• Experience in cost engineering or commercial roles in construction.
• Degree-level education in engineering, construction, or business.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain cost plans and estimates for projects.
• Manage project budgets and ensure value for money.
• Handle contract communication and manage disputes.

Skills

Cost Engineering

Contract Management

Problem-Solving

Negotiation

Education

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Construction

Degree in Business

Tools

Cemar

Job description

Job Description

As a Quantity Surveyor at London Gatwick, you will have the opportunity to work on the full project lifecycle, surrounded by knowledgeable people, with one goal: to deliver what matters to our passengers.

You'll join an innovative team, encouraged to think outside the box and trusted to deliver complex projects, utilising your surveying and problem-solving skills. Supported by a collaborative team in a professional, fast-paced environment where work-life balance is valued; we believe that the best ideas come from a happy and fulfilled team.

Our flexible schedules and supportive culture ensure you have the freedom to excel both professionally and personally. Whether you are seeking a move to client side or ready for a new challenge, we want to hear from you.

What is the role?

Reporting to the Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will play a key role in the Construction team, responsible for developing and maintaining cost plans and estimates for smaller projects (typically up to £10 million), or supporting a Senior Quantity Surveyor with larger projects. You will work on projects from inception to completion.

Other duties include:

• Managing project budgets, ensuring value for money
• Managing all contract communication, including Early Warnings, Project Manager's Instructions, and Compensation Events, and accepting/rejecting Contractors' Notifications
• Managing disputes or potential disputes through negotiation, collaborative working, and escalation
• Supporting tendering and evaluation processes, including selecting appropriate procurement strategies and contracts, and producing pre-tender estimates

What are we looking for?

The live environment at London Gatwick requires our teams to be flexible and adaptable, with problem-solving skills and an innovative outlook. Involved in projects from inception to completion, you will work alongside multiple stakeholders. Additionally, the role requires:

• Previous experience in a cost engineering, contract management, or commercial role within construction or infrastructure sectors, working on projects typically over £10 million
• Degree-level education or equivalent in engineering, construction, or a related business field
• Full working knowledge of web-based contract management tools (e.g., Cemar)
• Thorough understanding of NEC and JCT contract suites, and associated contract administration and negotiations

What's in it for you?

Our employees tell us that working here is special, and no day is like another; where our teams accomplish things other airports only dream of. Along with a competitive salary, our employees enjoy a range of personal, health, and financial benefits, including:

• 5% Welcome Bonus
• Performance-based bonus scheme
• High street shop and restaurant discounts
• Healthcare scheme
• Life and insurance benefits
• Professional training and development
• Discounted travel
• Volunteer days

What it's like to work at London Gatwick?

At London Gatwick, our people are our biggest asset. We want our people to thrive and have the best experience while working with us. We know we are at our best when we feel comfortable and included.

We are an organization that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our goal is to create a place where everyone belongs and has a voice, recognizing that each person plays a vital role in our success.

To learn more about working at London Gatwick, visit our careers site: Careers | Grow your career with Gatwick Airport LGW

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application process, please contact us directly.

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