Cost Manager/Quantity Surveyor (MEP)

Linesight; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction consultancy is seeking a Cost Manager MEP in the United States. The ideal candidate will manage cost plans for key client developments, support project management, and resolve commercial issues. Applicants should have a degree in a relevant field and expertise in MEP systems. Strong communication skills and a collaborative spirit are essential. This role offers the opportunity to progress in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Understanding of MEP systems and ability to read service drawings.
• Experience in MEP quantity surveying role.
• Chartered status or on the path to complete it.

Responsibilities

• Create estimates and cost plans for key client developments.
• Support project management through excellent cost documentation.
• Oversee project spend and communicate variations.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Knowledge of MEP Systems

Education

Degree in project management or construction discipline

Qualification in surveying or engineering

Job description

A s a Cost Manager MEP at Linesight, you will work with highly experienced, culturally diverse, and talented teams nurturing a strong social dynamic and a shared sense of achievement. You will gain vast industry experience that will open doors for you, extend your skillset and expand your perspective. We will empower, support, and enable you to take real responsibility in your role so that you can take charge of your career progression with us. For us lasting trusted relationships are everything, both with our teams and our clients.

In this role you will:

• Create estimates and cost plans for key client developments
• Support nimble project management and clear decisions through excellent cost documentation and timely communication
• Actively participate in the tender/bid process--from initial tender/bid documentation through analysis and reporting
• Oversee project spend by creating valuations and cost reports, and clearly communicate variations to your team.
• Support the settlement of construction disputes/loss and expense claims with transparency
• Resolve any commercial, change orders and contract issues quickly and fairly
• Assist in the preparation and agreement of final accounts, including the handling of any claims to ensure the client gets best value from works undertaken

We would love to hear from you if you:

• Have a degree or comparable experience in a project management or construction discipline
• Have a qualification in surveying, engineering or trade experience in mechanical or electrical field
• Are chartered or are on the path to complete it? We can help!
• Have an understanding of MEP Systems and ability to read services drawings and schematics
• Have previously thrived in an MEP quantity surveying role
• Are an excellent communicator verbally and in writing
• Excel in a collaborative and friendly team environment
• Thrive on building strong relationships with your team and clients through a shared purpose and sense of openness and fun

All interviews are conducted either in person or virtually with video required.

Since 1974, we’ve been providing a construction consultancy service that keeps clients coming back. And for that we have our people to thank. It takes a special kind of togetherness to create our thriving, authentic culture. We overcome challenges together, delivering better projects and leveraging innovation. We see the potential in our people and we empower them.

Our approach to DE&I: At Linesight, we believe that our success is tied to the success of our employees, and we are committed to creating a workplace that is fair, equitable, and inclusive for everyone.

About Cost Management

Our teams of cost managers deliver cost predictability, a high level of assurance and value for money on prestigious, cutting-edge projects around the globe for world-leading clients. Be a part of our collaborative, close-knit teams, who share comprehensive knowledge of international, regional and local construction costs and benchmarks.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. We are committed to creating a workplace that is fair, equitable, and inclusive for everyone.