Senior Cost Manager — Infrastructure Projects & Value Engineering

TURNER & TOWNSEND; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management firm in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a Senior Cost Manager to lead on high-profile infrastructure projects, focusing on cost management and effective collaboration with clients. Successful candidates will have strong contract management skills and opportunities for career advancement within the organization. Knowledge in construction and project lifecycle management is essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in cost management.
• Understanding of contract management and change management.
• Good knowledge of construction industry technical matters.

Responsibilities

• Establish professional relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Administer contracts according to project objectives.
• Provide accurate cost monitoring and reporting.
• Manage cost variance and contract cash flow.
• Collaborate with teams to manage project deliverables.
• Ensure compliant contract change management.
• Drive improvements in forecasts and budgets.

Skills

Excellent communication

Contract Management (NEC3, Option C preferred)

Cost Management

Change management and control

Valuation

Risk Management

Procurement

Estimating

Pricing

Reporting

Collaborative approach and best-for-project attitude

People management

Commission management

Driving efficiencies and improvements

Education

Degree qualified (or equivalent) in a relevant subject

Working towards an appropriate professional body membership

Job description

A leading project management firm in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a Senior Cost Manager to lead on high-profile infrastructure projects, focusing on cost management and effective collaboration with clients. Successful candidates will have strong contract management skills and opportunities for career advancement within the organization. Knowledge in construction and project lifecycle management is essential.