Senior Cost Manager (Transmission & Distribution)

AECOM; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Diverse benefits and compensation programs

Access to industry-leading technology

Job summary

AECOM is looking for a Senior Cost Manager specializing in Transmission & Distribution in Liverpool. The role includes leading teams to deliver capital investment projects while providing cost management support from option studies to contract administration.

The ideal candidate will possess strong relationship-building skills and a minimum of five years in cost/commercial management, particularly within the infrastructure sector. Hybrid work options are available along with a diverse set of benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years’ cost/commercial management experience.
• Experience working within a client organization, directly or through a co-location arrangement.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Lead the successful delivery of cost/commercial management services on complex projects.
• Ensure projects are delivered to the client’s satisfaction for budget management.
• Manage the cost/commercial management team and resources.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Relationship-building

Financial acumen

Leadership

Education

Relevant degree in quantity surveying or equivalent

Tools

NEC suite of contracts

Job description

Job Description

Senior Cost Manager (Transmission & Distribution)

We’re looking for a Senior Cost Manager with experience in Transmission and Distribution to join our teams across the North, Midlands and Scotland Region. The role involves leading a team to deliver capital investment projects, including asset health refurbishment or replacement of existing assets. Responsibilities include providing client-side cost management support from option studies to contract administration.

Responsibilities

• Lead the successful delivery of cost/commercial management services on multi-disciplinary Transmission, Distribution and Power Systems projects.
• Client‑side cost/commercial management, including stakeholder, risk, and contract management.
• Ensure projects and commissions are delivered to the client’s satisfaction for budget management.
• Support and manage the cost/commercial management team, ensuring appropriate resources are provided to meet client and business requirements.
• Actively manage contractors and subcontractors’ payments and final accounts in accordance with contract conditions.
• Develop strong relationships with clients and members of the cross‑functional team.
• Support business development opportunities with existing and new clients.

If you’re passionate about innovation and turning bold ideas into reality, AECOM welcomes you.

Qualifications

• Experience working within a client organisation, directly or through a co‑location/secondment arrangement.
• Highly competent with NEC suite of contracts, particularly PSC and ECC.
• Experience working as part of integrated, multi‑organisation, collaborative teams.
• Infrastructure and cost/commercial management experience delivering complex projects.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Highly motivated with an excellent industry network.
• Relationship‑building skills – ability to build strong relationships with clients, teams, and stakeholders and maintain networks of business contacts.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Team player with a “can‑do” attitude, outgoing, polite, patient, diplomatic, personable, respectful, and flexible.
• Experience with NGET business processes, supplier requirements, and national development process 500.
• Experience on projects in substation, overhead lines, and cables 33kV – 400kV with DNO or TO.
• Understanding of the UK Transmission and Distribution System and associated plans and equipment.
• Professional development – engagement in continuous professional development, including pursuing qualifications such as those offered by RICS and other recognised bodies.
• Stakeholder engagement – effective communication and engagement with internal teams, contractors, and the public to ensure project alignment.
• Financial acumen – budget management and financial oversight.
• Leadership and team development – lead cost/commercial teams, fostering collaboration and supporting professional growth.
• Adaptability and problem‑solving – adapt to changing circumstances and solve complex problems during project execution.
• Strategic thinking – understand broader strategic goals of National Grid and how individual projects contribute.
• Minimum of five years’ cost/commercial management experience.
• A relevant degree such as quantity surveying or equivalent.
• Strong history in both contract (NEC3 and 4) and cost/commercial management.
• Member of a related professional body, preferably chartered.

Benefits

We provide a wide array of compensation, benefits and well‑being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. You will have hybrid work options and the flexibility to work from an AECOM office, remote or on a client site, in a dynamic environment that values integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset.

We foster a safe and respectful workplace and invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work. Access to industry‑leading technology and transformational work with big impact and flexibility. Our firm is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion and to environmental, social and governance priorities.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.