Senior Consultant - Cost Management & Claims

Overview

Manage cost planning, contracts, and claims for complex infrastructure projects

Key Responsibilities

• cost reporting
• budget monitoring
• claims analysis
• procurement docs
• stakeholder management
• expert reports

Tasks

You’ll be involved in preparing detailed estimates, supporting cost reporting, validating progress claims, and assisting in the development of commercial submissions. This role also offers the opportunity to build capability in the claims and disputes space, where you’ll support the analysis of project variations, cost of delays, and time-related claims. Working across both live projects and retrospective reviews, you’ll develop a strong understanding of contractual frameworks and cost drivers across sectors such as buildings, infrastructure, and heavy civils. As our Senior Consultant you’ll be responsible for; -Contributing to and supporting senior leaders in developing expert reports -Contributing to the preparation of detailed cost reports and budget monitoring tools, providing senior team members and clients with clear, data-driven insights throughout the project lifecycle -Supporting contract administration processes, including the validation of contractor progress claims, review of cost variations, and ensuring alignment with contract terms and project milestones -Assisting in the assessment of project delays and cost impacts, working with senior consultants to analyse time and cost data for use in variation claims and dispute resolution -Upholding high standards of accuracy and quality in all documentation, reports, and deliverables, performing thorough reviews to ensure factual correctness and consistency -Assisting with the preparation of feasibility cost plans, cost benchmarking, and early-stage financial modelling to support project decision-making and investment analysis -Building strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders across infrastructure, building, and heavy civils sectors, ensuring accurate communication and alignment across teams -Collaborating closely with senior team members to develop and deliver high-quality, client-facing outputs across active projects and retrospective assignments -Supporting the preparation of expert reports by analysing project data, compiling evidence, and drafting clear, well-structured content for use in commercial advisory and claims contexts -Preparing procurement-related documentation, including tender schedules, pricing templates and evaluation frameworks, and assisting in tender reviews and contractor selection processes -Assisting with final account preparation and post-construction reconciliations, including life cycle costing and cost close-out documentation -Providing technical input on cost and contract-related clauses, and supporting advice to clients on risk mitigation, procurement strategies, and commercial terms

Requirements

• 5-8 yrs
• power bi
• primavera p6
• costx
• quantity surveying
• stakeholder management

What You Bring

-Demonstrated ability in analysing and preparing cost claims -Demonstrated experience with report writing -5-8 years’ Quantity Survey/ Contracts Admin / Commercial Manager; with knowledge of claims and disputes (high desirable) -Proven experience using software such as Power Bi, Primavera P6, Microsoft Project & CostX -Previous experience in a consultancy setting is highly regarded -Experience in managing client expectations and demonstrated stakeholder management -Experience in building, infrastructure, heavy civils (desirable) -Relevant qualifications in Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Cost Management, Construction Law or equivalent

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Benefits

From day one, you’ll be embedded in project teams, contributing directly to client deliverables while sharpening your technical, analytical, and stakeholder management skills. You'll gain exposure to the commercial realities of major projects, with the chance to work on both live delivery and forensic analysis, building a strong foundation in cost management and insight into the drivers of complex claims. -Health & wellbeing - all employees have access to our Employee Assistance Program, Telus Health, an independent, confidential service to help you to improve your health and wellbeing, resolve challenges and reach your goals. Annual flu vaccinations are also offered by TBH. -Social events - a range of social events and company-sponsored sporting events take place throughout the year to help employees build connections with others across the organisation. -Career development - employees are supported with their career development through on-the-job training and mentorship, in-house training programs and financial support for approved industry institutions and associations. -Parental leave - we provide 16 weeks of parental leave for primary carers, and 3 weeks of parental leave for secondary carer. -Flexible working - we understand employees may need to adjust their working arrangements for personal reasons or to “work from anywhere” for a fixed or indefinite period. -Reward and recognition - TBH employees are recognised for their contributions through our Award programs, remuneration packages and promotion opportunities.

About Tbh

-Founded with a vision to provide exceptional consultancy in infrastructure and project management. -Focused on delivering innovative solutions in complex projects across diverse industries. -Specializes in large-scale infrastructure, utilities, and energy projects worldwide. -Has a reputation for developing strategic approaches to overcoming challenges in construction and engineering. -Recognized for integrating cutting-edge technology to optimize project execution and results. -Adapts to rapidly changing market conditions with flexible, client-focused solutions. -Works across a broad geographical area, serving clients in various sectors with tailored consulting services.

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