Cost Manager

London Source: WhatJobs

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Overview

In this role you will lead commercial and financial oversight for fit-out construction projects, ensuring cost control, contractual compliance, and strong stakeholder coordination. You will work with a skilled project team to manage budgets across complex schemes and support project delivery from tender to final accounts. The position offers exposure to high-profile commercial, residential, and life science projects within a forward-thinking organisation emphasizing ESG and quality. You will help drive value through accurate cost reporting, risk management, and collaborative problem-solving.

Pay / Benefits

salary up to 80,000
bonus
excellent benefits package

Responsibilities

Support health and safety compliance across work packages and contribute to overall project delivery
Manage allocated elements of work under guidance of Senior Cost Manager / Commercial Lead
Develop tender lists and prepare detailed tender documentation
Evaluate tenders commercially, including running meetings and preparing recommendation reports
Prepare and administer contract documentation
Review subcontractor and consultant submissions from a commercial perspective
Manage change control processes, including instructions, cost agreement, and variations
Maintain accurate and up-to-date project accounts
Carry out site inspections to assess progress and commercial performance
Prepare interim valuations and manage payment processes
Negotiate and agree final accounts
Support cash flow forecasting and cost reporting
Assist with insurance claims where required

Key requirements

Proven Quantity Surveying experience, ideally on large-scale commercial, residential, or retail projects
A degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline (preferred)
Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships across project teams
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Strong IT and systems proficiency