Cost Manager

Location Hertfordshire
Discipline: Quantity Surveying
Job type: Permanent
Salary: £45000 - £60000 per annum
Contact name: Georgie Marden

Contact email: georgie.marden@aldwychconsulting.com
Job ref: BBBH2760_1725978215
Published: 25 days ago


If you're a driven Cost Manager near Hertfordshire, keep reading. If you are looking to dive into the healthcare sector, keep reading. If you are looking to work on projects that are going to positively impact communities, apply now!

This amazing construction consultancy firm is looking for an organised Cost Manager to join their growing team in Hertfordshire. You will be able to work on major new builds and refurbishments within the healthcare sector, the perfect opportunity for someone who is looking for a new challenge.

If you are looking for rapid progression, a sociable culture and the opportunity to work on meaningful projects, apply now!

Key Responsibilities of the Cost Manager:

  • Develop project cost plans and budgets, including conducting surveys and producing estimates.

  • Track and manage costs, ensuring adherence to budget forecasts and highlighting any discrepancies.

  • Lead negotiations with contractors and subcontractors to secure fair pricing.

  • Provide commercial support throughout the project, ensuring costs are monitored and managed.

  • Prepare tender documentation and oversee the tender process for projects.

  • Work closely with clients and project teams to ensure cost management objectives are met.

  • Ensure accurate and timely cost reporting to all stakeholders.

Requirements of the Cost Manager:

  • 5+ years of cost management experience, ideally in commercial or healthcare construction.

  • Strong knowledge of NEC/JCT contracts.

  • Excellent time management, communication, and decision-making skills.

  • Ability to build strong relationships with clients and project teams.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software.

  • Degree in cost management, quantity surveying, or a related field.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary

  • 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays)

  • Pension scheme and private healthcare.

  • Flexible working options.

  • Career progression and development opportunities.

  • Regular social events and charity initiatives.

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.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.