Senior Cost Manager - Hybrid

Everlinked Ltd; Leighton Buzzard; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK construction consultancy is seeking an experienced Senior Cost Manager to manage project costs and lead a team. Responsibilities include overseeing contract management, procurement, and mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate will have MRICS qualification and strong leadership skills. This role offers hybrid working arrangements and exposure to high-value projects in the UK construction sector.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Career progression & CPD support

Leadership opportunities

Exposure to high‑value UK construction projects

Qualifications

• Experience in pre- and post-contract cost management.
• Understanding of JCT & NEC contracts.
• Ability to mentor junior staff and support team development.

Responsibilities

• Manage project costs from inception to final account.
• Oversee valuations, procurement, and cost reporting.
• Lead site and progress meetings.

Skills

Proven experience as a Senior Cost Manager

Strong commercial knowledge

Leadership skills

Confident client-facing communication

Education

MRICS qualified

Job description

Overview

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

Benefits

• Hybrid working – office, site visits, 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.