Senior Cost Manager – Infrastructure (Hybrid)

Cooper Moss Rutland; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Private healthcare

Life Assurance

Pension: 4% contribution

Company/personal performance bonus

Salary sacrifice scheme

Long service leave

Training and development

Regular social events

Perkbox

Job summary

Cooper Moss Rutland (CMR) is recruiting a Senior Cost Manager to lead cost control on a nationally significant transport programme in the UK. You will drive integrated cost reporting, oversee EV, and coordinate with Tier 1s to maintain budgets and forecasts.

The role requires senior cost-management expertise, NEC/FIDIC familiarity, and strong stakeholder engagement. 3 days in the office and 2 days hybrid work are offered with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership in cost or commercial functions.
• Deep understanding of cost management methodologies and earned value analysis.
• Experience with engineering, procurement, and construction processes.
• Proven track record in cost management within major projects.
• Knowledge of contract frameworks NEC or FIDIC.

Responsibilities

• Support the Cost Lead in driving integrated cost control across the Civil Works Programme.
• Coach and guide Cost Discipline team members.
• Collaborate with project controls disciplines to ensure aligned delivery.
• Maintain accurate forecasts and cost reporting cycles (ACWP, EAC, EV).
• Review estimates from Tier 1 contractors and suppliers.

Skills

Leadership

Cost management

Earned value

Analytical ability

EcoSys experience

Contract familiarity (NEC/FIDIC)

Interpersonal skills

Education

Engineering or Construction degree

Chartered status

Project cost management background

Tools

EcoSys

Primavera P6

ARM

Job description

Cooper Moss Rutland (CMR) is recruiting a Senior Cost Manager to lead cost control on a nationally significant transport programme in the UK. You will drive integrated cost reporting, oversee EV, and coordinate with Tier 1s to maintain budgets and forecasts.

The role requires senior cost-management expertise, NEC/FIDIC familiarity, and strong stakeholder engagement. 3 days in the office and 2 days hybrid work are offered with competitive benefits.