Senior Cost Manager

OverviewCentral London £75k - 80k per year + Excellent benefits inc Bonus. Permanent role. Posted 04 / 03 / 25. Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager / Senior Cost Manager. A Chartered Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a boutique international development consultancy with a superb reputation for landmark schemes across residential, commercial, retail and leisure markets.

Role and ResponsibilitiesMRICS Senior Quantity Surveyor to join the growing cost team and immediately manage the fit-out phases of an iconic residential development project, lead two new build student accommodation projects (£20m and £70m respectively) and a £16m refurbishment of a boutique 5* hotel in London. The role will assume day-to-day lead Quantity Surveying responsibility on site.

Procurement of contractors under a trade contract

Placing client direct orders for selected materials and overseeing financial performance

Ensuring all parties understand and adhere to contractual obligations

Resolving contractual and commercial related issues

Reviewing and improving operational standards and procedures

Cost reporting, valuations, change control, cost optimisation, attending various meetings on site and chairing commercial meetings

Building a network of strong relationships with key contacts across the industry to develop new business opportunities

Line management responsibility with business development aptitude / awareness

Qualifications and ExperienceApplicants should be MRICS with at least five years post-Quantity Surveying degree qualification experience. They may come from contracting or private practice (PQS) backgrounds. Extensive knowledge of DandB procurement methods including Construction Management is highly advantageous.

Note: The client cannot consider applicants requiring VISA support or onward Tier sponsorship. Applications are sought for March/April onboarding, with a long-term career opportunity anticipated.

Salary and BenefitsSalary package: up to £80k basic (dependent on experience) + Pension (3% employer / 5% employee), group bonus scheme, 25 days annual leave, private healthcare, flexible working opportunities.

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