Associate Cost Manager

Hollis

The Role

Overview

Lead cost management services in North England, overseeing projects and teams.

Key Responsibilities

  • cost reporting
  • tender pricing
  • wip management
  • site visits
  • business development
  • cost assessment

Tasks

-Actively promote the cost management service in the region for the purposes of business development. -Drive Adherence to Health & Safety procedures. -Work closely with the regional PM team on project delivery and providing cost management support -Drive and integrate the Hollis Company Values. -Attending site to view project progress and assist in preparation of cost reports and valuations. -Responsible for managing a team of cost managers and developing a recruitment plan with the service head. -Undertake BD activities, build relationships with new and existing clients and contribute to securing new work. -With the service head, develop a business plan for the growth of cost management in the region. -Responsible for project performance for cost management projects in the region. -Lead in the preparation of pricing documents for tender purposes and support on administering the tender process. -Attend proposed sites to assess abnormal cost impacts and restrictions and support on preparation of cost plans. -Meet target KPIs on work in progress (WIP) management including hours into work in progress (HIW).

Requirements

  • autocad
  • excel
  • quantity surveying
  • msc
  • team management
  • real estate

What You Bring

-Able to demonstrate a knowledge of the regional market and be established in the North construction market -Experience of preparing accurate cost plans, tendering procedures and post contract valuations and cost reporting -Experience of AutoCAD an advantage, though not essential -Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel -Is required to be flexible and have the ability to work under pressure -Sector experience – logistics & industrial, residential, office useful but not essential -Experience of working at Associate/ Lead level -Experience of delivering real estate projects (not infrastructure) from feasibility through to completion -Requires excellent time management and general organisation skills -Degree or MSc in Quantity Surveying with ideally some work experience in a Real Estate and commercial property environment -Proven experience of managing a team

Benefits

-5% Employer pension contribution -Season ticket loan -25 days of holiday and an extra day off on your birthday -Life assurance and private medical insurance -Cycle to work scheme, retail vouchers, gym discounts and more -EV car scheme -Longevity awards

The Company

About Hollis

-Specializes in offering technical solutions for property, construction, and infrastructure projects. -Known for delivering successful projects in sectors such as commercial, residential, and industrial. -Operates across various regions, working with clients in both the public and private sectors. -Frequently involved in major urban development and regeneration schemes that shape cities and communities. -Highly regarded for its ability to drive innovation and sustainability in every aspect of its work.

Sector Specialisms

Charities and not for profit

Education

Energy and utilities

Healthcare

Heritage, arts and culture

Hotels

Infrastructure

Life sciences and technology

Industrial

Logistics

Office

Retail

Life sciences

Healthcare

Leisure

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