Associate Director - Cost Management
Location: London
Salary: £90,000 + bonus + benefits
Start: Early January preferred Contract: Permanent (12month contract also considered)
We are working with a leading construction consultancy experiencing rapid growth and looking for an ambitious Associate Director (Cost Management) to join their London team. This is a senior opportunity to shape the commercial delivery of major private and public sector developments ranging from £1m to £350m.
If you're commercially minded, confident with clients, and ready to take ownership of multiple high value projects, this role offers the platform to do exactly that.
The Role
You will lead the delivery of pre and post contract cost management services, working closely with clients, funders, developers, and design teams while supporting and developing a growing internal team.
Key Responsibilities
Pre and Post Construction & Cost Planning - Lead cost plans, feasibility studies, and earlystage cost advice
Tendering & Procurement - Manage tender processes, negotiate contracts, and maintain procurement schedules
Contract Administration - Administer JCT/bespoke contracts, manage valuations, variations, and financial reporting
Commercial Delivery - Oversee multiple projects, monitor performance, and ensure accurate forecasting
Client Engagement - Act as the key commercial contact, providing strategic cost and procurement advice
Team Leadership - Mentor junior staff, review outputs, and promote a collaborative team culture
Business Growth - Support Directors with planning, contribute to bids, and identify value?adding opportunities
About You
Degree in Quantity Surveying + MRICS
5+ years post qualification experience
Residential experience highly desirable
Consultancy background essential
Excellent communication and client facing skills
Strong understanding of JCT contracts
Confident self starter with commercial awareness
Benefits
Annual performancerelated bonus
Private health insurance & life assurance
Company pension scheme
EV & Cycle to Work schemes
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Employee Assistance Programme
Personal learning plan with funded development
How to Apply
If you're ready to take the next step in your career with a leading construction consultancy, apply today. Early January start preferred. Candidates open to a 12month contract are also welcome.
Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
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