Cost Manager

Rider Levett Bucknall; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare Packages

Hybrid Working

Personal Development

Generous holiday entitlement

Social Responsibility initiatives

Job summary

Rider Levett Bucknall in Amsterdam is seeking a Cost Manager/Quantity Surveyor to join their team. This permanent full-time role offers opportunities to work on diverse projects across sectors, while contributing to the commercial performance of construction projects.

The ideal candidate should possess a degree in Quantity Surveying, have experience in Mechanical & Electrical projects, and excel in stakeholder management. The position offers hybrid working arrangements and a competitive salary between €50,000 and €80,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or similar construction related technical discipline.
• Mechanical & Electrical and Cost Management experience.
• Data Centre experience.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for the commercial and contractual performance of a project.
• Support business objectives of delivering value for money.
• Cost Planning and estimating, post contract and procurement duties.

Skills

Quantity Surveying

Stakeholder Management

Cost Management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or similar

Job description

Cost Manager

Application Deadline: 31 December 2026

Department: Cost Management

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Amsterdam

Compensation: €50,000 - €80,000 / year

Description

Title: Cost Manager/Quantity Surveyor (m/f/d)

Discipline: Quantity Surveying/Cost Management

Industry: Data Centre (Construction)

Location: Amsterdam (With Hybrid Working)

Role Overview:

We are currently recruiting Cost Managers in Amsterdam. This is an exciting opportunity to join and strengthen RLB’s team while working in a supportive environment, on interesting projects. The role presents an opportunity to work across Data Centre projects as well as commercial, life sciences and industrial among others in the future while the team continues to develop, diversify and as RLB’s European business continues to grow.

Key Responsibilities

Role Responsibilities

• The candidate will be an integral part of a team that is accountable for the commercial and contractual performance of a project.
• To support business objectives of delivering value for money in all circumstances.
• To carry out assigned duties efficiently and in accordance with processes and procedures.
• Comply with established commercial/procurement/contractual strategies.
• Take responsibility for complying with Environmental, Health, Safety, Security and Quality Standards.
• Cost Planning and estimating, post contract and procurement duties.

Candidate Profile

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or similar construction related technical discipline.

Experience

• Mechanical & Electrical and Cost Management experience.
• CSA Cost Management experience.
• Data Centre experience.
• Proven technical / project delivery experience. Previously employed by a consultancy, contractor, developer, or client-side organisation.
• Stakeholder management with a clear focus on developing client accounts.
• A track record of working with teams and managing projects by prioritising workloads and delivering deadlines.

Behaviours

• Recognised as a positive collaborator who shares knowledge freely and offers support. Recognised as a team player with a strong willingness to learn.
• Demonstrates a positive and proactive approach to the role, and will be committed to delivering customer service excellence, with good commercial results.

RLB Employee Benefits

• Hybrid Working – Working patterns to support your work-life balance. As well as competitive maternity and paternity packages.
• Well-Rewarded – A competitive salary and generous holiday entitlement. As well as the opportunity to purchase up to five extra days.
• Focus On Wellbeing – We offer a number of health and wellness options, including gym membership and cycle to work schemes.
• Healthcare Packages – Private healthcare insurance and medical support, including dental insurance and eyecare vouchers.
• Personal Development – A continuous learning and development programme, including established APC and in‑house mentoring schemes.
• Additional Benefits – We offer a wide range of benefits including a season ticket loan and professional membership subscriptions.
• Exceptional Exposure – You’ll have the opportunity to work on diverse projects across different sectors and regions.
• Social Responsibility – We hold team and social events as well as charity fundraising and volunteering activities.

Our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Commitment

We believe in building a diverse and inclusive environment where each person can be themselves, feel valued for their contribution and be challenged and supported to reach their full potential. We have a responsibility to support the communities in which we live and work, and that our workforce should reflect these communities and our clients. Our talent strategy should enable us to overcome bias in the construction industry by recruiting, retaining, developing, and promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce. Find out more here: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion - RLB | Europe

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