Cost Manager

Overview

Lead cost management for Dublin Metro, overseeing budgeting, procurement and sustainability

Key Responsibilities

• procurement
• cost planning
• cost management
• team leadership
• net zero
• safety

Tasks

-You will support the procurement process, ensuring stages including prequalification, enquiry, analysis, selection and contract preparation are performed effectively. -You will support management operations that are fiscally and ethically viable, influencing the achievement of business objectives that align with business and legislative compliance obligations. -You will champion a diverse and inclusive working environment and understand the importance of the wellbeing of the people you manage. -You will support cost planning including ownership of and presenting cost plans to clients and internal stakeholders. -You will support the delivery of cost management services to deliver key strategic outcomes and KPIs, directly influencing strategic development of plans. -You will manage other Cost Consultants to identify and execute opportunities that improve cost management procedures, templates and products to enhance services provided to stakeholders. -You will commit to making a positive impact for our people, our clients, and our planet, and take ownership for holding others to account who do not uphold the Mace values. -You will work collaboratively towards the common goal of net zero carbon transition and share responsibility for the proactive identification and management of the associated carbon emissions and reductions during the delivery of work. -You will actively network, innovate, and seek understanding of best practice, utilising the full depth of knowledge of Mace group, the centres of excellence, Mace way control centre and knowledge hub. -You will be an advocate of Mace's value of safety first, and be accountable for managing and maintaining exceptional safety, quality, cost, programme, sustainability and project compliance standards.

Requirements

• cost engineering
• project controls
• health & safety
• risk management
• professional accreditation
• leadership

What You Bring

-Experience in infrastructure, rail, civil engineering, major programmes, large scale government projects, energy, defence, or major capital projects. -Significant experience in cost engineering or project controls within complex project environments. -You will possess technical expertise in local health and safety rules and regulations relevant to project portfolio. -Familiarity with risk management and change management. -Experience of developing relationships with key senior stakeholders. -Knowledge of how carbon and sustainability considerations will shape the outlook of the projects you are working on. -Professional accreditation or working towards membership of a relevant body (e.g., ACostE, ICE, RICS). -You will manage teams, demonstrating effective leadership to ensure excellence in delivery against plans, championing a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities. -Commercial and financial acumen. -Degree in a related field such as engineering, quantity surveying, business management, accounting, economics or equivalent qualification in Project Controls, or a related discipline. -Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to interpret and present complex data.

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About Mace

-Founded in 1990 by ex-Bovis professionals aiming to overhaul a confrontational construction sector. -Headquartered in London. -Delivers iconic projects such as skyscrapers and transport networks. -Known for projects like the London Eye, The Shard, and Dubai’s record-breaking Ferris wheel. -Specializes in sectors including arts, defence, energy & utilities, transport, and stadiums. -Blends consultancy services with hands-on construction delivery. -Managing programs such as Ontario’s Metrolinx rail tunnel.

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