Strategic Cost Manager - Health & Life Sciences

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Bristol; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking a Senior Cost Manager to enhance project delivery in the health and life sciences sectors. The role encompasses full cost-management services from feasibility through project completion, necessitating close collaboration with NHS Trusts and design teams.

Ideal candidates will have a degree in Quantity Surveying and preferably hold a charter. Strong project control and negotiation skills are essential, along with the ability to manage and develop junior staff in a fast-paced consultancy environment.

Qualifications

• Experience managing tender processes and delivering on behalf of the client.
• Ability to work independently with successful outcomes.
• Understanding of traditional and design-and-build contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost management of projects through the lifecycle.
• Negotiate contract T&Cs and undertake monthly assessments.
• Engage in risk management workshops and deliver value-engineering proposals.

Skills

Project delivery

Negotiating contract T&Cs

Tender processes

Cost management

Construction industry knowledge

Risk management

Team management

Financial management

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying/Commercial Management

Chartered Professional in surveying (RICS or CIOB)

Job description

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking a Senior Cost Manager to enhance project delivery in the health and life sciences sectors. The role encompasses full cost-management services from feasibility through project completion, necessitating close collaboration with NHS Trusts and design teams.

Ideal candidates will have a degree in Quantity Surveying and preferably hold a charter. Strong project control and negotiation skills are essential, along with the ability to manage and develop junior staff in a fast-paced consultancy environment.