Senior Cost Manager - Hybrid

Everlinked Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction consultancy in the UK is seeking a Senior Cost Manager to oversee project finances. Responsibilities include managing project costs, leading contract management, and mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate is MRICS qualified with strong contract knowledge and leadership skills. Benefits include hybrid working and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Hybrid working office and site visits

Career progression & CPD support

Leadership opportunities

Exposure to high-value UK construction projects

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Cost Manager or strong Cost Manager.
• Strong commercial, contract, and cost management knowledge.
• Leadership skills with line management experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage project costs from inception to final account.
• Lead pre- and post-contract cost management, including JCT & NEC contracts.
• Oversee valuations, procurement, cost reporting, and risk management.
• Lead site and progress meetings.
• Mentor junior staff and support team development.

Skills

Cost Management

Contract Management

Client Communication

Team Leadership

Education

MRICS qualification

Job description

Our client, a leading UK construction consultancy, delivering high-quality services across sectors including education, healthcare, leisure, retail, and residential are looking for an experience Senior Cost Manager to join their team.

Our team provides Cost Management, Project Management, Building Consultancy, and Safety services, helping projects stay on time, on budget, and to the highest standards.

As a Senior Cost Manager you’ll oversee project finances from start to finish. You ll lead cost planning, valuations, procurement, and contract management, ensuring projects stay on budget and deliver commercial value. This role includes line management responsibility for junior team members.

Benefits:

• Hybrid working office, site visits, and remote
• Career progression & CPD support
• Leadership opportunities
• Exposure to high-value UK construction projects

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage project costs from inception to final account
• Lead pre- and post-contract cost management, including JCT & NEC contracts
• Oversee valuations, procurement, cost reporting, and risk management
• Lead site and progress meetings
• Mentor junior staff, conduct 1:1s, and support team development

What we re looking for:

• Proven experience as a Senior Cost Manager or strong Cost Manager
• MRICS qualified and consultancy experience
• Strong commercial, contract, and cost management knowledge
• Leadership skills with line management experience
• Confident client-facing communicator
• Full UK driving licence

Apply now and take the next step in your career as a Senior Cost Manager.

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