Senior Cost Manager (Infrastructure Consultancy)

Description

You will lead cost management throughout the project lifecycle—from feasibility and business case development through to procurement, tender documentation, value engineering, risk management and final account agreement. The position also requires maintaining and enhancing client relationships, promoting AECOM’s professional services, and mentoring junior staff on technically complex projects. Additionally, you will identify marketing opportunities and collaborate with the Business Development team to generate new work.

• Lead cost management from project inception to completion, including feasibility estimates and business case development.
• Prepare cost plans, tender documents, and value‑engineering analyses without supervision.
• Manage contract procurement, risk assessments, and commercial negotiations.
• Produce cost reporting, monitor post‑contract performance and agree final accounts.
• Maintain and grow client relationships, showcasing AECOM’s premium services.
• Mentor and manage junior staff on complex cost‑management projects.
• Identify and pursue marketing opportunities, liaising with Directors and Business Development.

Requirements

The ideal candidate holds a degree in Project Management, Construction, Engineering or Quantity Surveying and is chartered with RICS, CIOB, RIBA, ICE or an equivalent body. You must have a strong track record in cost management or quantity surveying on large infrastructure projects, solid knowledge of NEC4 contracts (PSC and ECC), and experience working in integrated, multi‑organisation teams or directly with clients. Strong stakeholder‑management and the ability to influence key client contacts are essential.

• Possess a degree in Project Management, Construction, Engineering or Quantity Surveying.
• Hold chartered status with RICS, CIOB, RIBA, ICE or an equivalent professional institution.
• Demonstrate extensive cost‑management experience on large‑scale infrastructure programmes.
• Have strong working knowledge of NEC4 contracts, especially PSC and ECC.
• Experience in integrated, multi‑organisation teams and ability to influence key client stakeholders.

Benefits

AECOM offers a flexible hybrid working model, career development through AECOM University and technical practice networks, and a range of well‑being benefits tailored to individual lifestyles. Employees benefit from core and personalised perks, volunteering days, and a culture that values equity, diversity, inclusion and ESG priorities. The company supports a safe, respectful workplace where everyone can bring their whole selves to work.

Training + Development

Interview process

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