Senior Chartered Cost Manager - Education

Overview

Senior Cost Consultant overseeing cost planning, budgeting, procurement & contracts for education.

Key Responsibilities

• cost planning
• valuation
• procurement
• cost reporting
• bim
• stakeholder

Tasks

-You will support the delivery of cost management services to deliver key strategic outcomes and KPIs, directly influencing strategic development of plans. -Provides comprehensive advise on the issuing of certificate of making good defects and final completion in accordance with any requirements relating to completion, submissions and approvals. -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. -Delivers improvements in systems and processes, driving transformational change. -Accountable for the measurement of valuations of the work carried out and ensuring that cost checking and valuation work is managed effectively. -Provides mentoring/training to members of the team. -Develops & maintains a series of both internal and external relationships. -Identifying and participating in new initiatives that add value that lead to service improvement e.g. BIM. -Manages, estimating and cost planning activities to include taking ownership of and presenting the final cost plan. -Manages & influences Key/Senior stakeholders. -Advises on administration of the terms of the building contract. -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. -Works 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. -Advises on the issue of certificates of practical completion and ensure that final accounts are negotiated and agreed. -Identifies and implements continuous improvement plans/identifies key business improvements. -Identifies all costs associated with design changes, contract awards, construction activities and client charges. -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. -Manages relevant stakeholders for project/s. -You will manage 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 manage cost planning including ownership of and presenting cost plans to clients and internal stakeholders. -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. -Oversees and engages in the evaluation of claims for delay and additional costs made by the contractor and any nominated subcontractors/suppliers. -Sharing key information and learning generated with colleagues. -You will manage the procurement process, ensuring stages including prequalification, enquiry, analysis, selection and contract preparation are performed effectively. -Supervises the preparation of the contract documents, warranties, bonds and licenses and assist formal execution by the appropriate parties. -Ensures adequate cost control and reporting services during the contract and the production of monthly post-contract cost reports and presenting them to the client. -Manages team of Cost Consultants, providing guidance, direction and coaching and performance management. -You will be an advocate of Mace's value of Safety First, and be accountable for leading and maintaining exceptional safety, quality, cost, programme, sustainability and project compliance standards. -Accountable for feasibility studies, advising on procurement strategies and contract selection, writing and undertaking procurement reports. -Identifying and generating business development opportunities with existing clients. -Develops effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. -Contributes to the procurement process, ensuring that all stages including prequalification, enquiry, analysis, selection and contract preparation are performed effectively. -Shares technical/functional/domain expertise to upskill capabilities.

Requirements

• bim
• mrics
• quantity surveyor
• digital
• value engineering
• contract law

What You Bring

-Proven experience cost planning, budgeting and estimating experience. -Knowledge of BIM techniques and applications. -Professional membership i.e. MRICS/RICS (or equivalent) and moving towards fellowship, or equivalent demonstrable professional or personal development. -A degree in quantity surveying/cost management (or equivalent).Professional membership i.e. MRICS/RICS (or equivalent).Detailed knowledge of most forms of contract. -Expert knowledge of industry best practice. -Digitally Competent. -Sound understanding of costs and timescales of work undertaken and implications of risk of failure to deliver. -Knowledge of how carbon and sustainability considerations will shape the outlook of the projects you are working on. -You will possess technical expertise in local Health and Safety rules and regulations relevant to project portfolio. -Utilises expertise and applies the value management techniques at the outset of a project. -Proven experience of different types of contract including the method of measurement. -Commercial and financial acumen. -Experience of managing parts of projects within large, diverse teams. -Experience of managing relationships with key senior stakeholders. -Degree in quantity surveying/cost management (or equivalent). -Knowledge of value engineering, life cycle costing, contract law and contractual frameworks relating to construction. -Proficient knowledge and expertise in specific sector/market of project/role. -Comprehensive understanding of present-day issues such as sustainability, social value and carbon reduction. -Good negotiating, influencing and communication skills to command professional respect at all levels is essential. -Sound knowledge of value engineering, life cycle costing, contract law and contractual frameworks relating to construction. -Ability to be effective communicator with all stakeholders. -Relevant technical qualification/certification for project portfolio/s. -Knowledge of contractual frameworks relating to construction. -Sound knowledge and ability to undertake and advise on contract administration and contract management. -Previous experience of managing people and risk management. -Demonstrable experience of delivering service excellence to clients. -Negotiation skills. -You will manage teams, demonstrating effective leadership to ensure excellence in delivery against plans, championing a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities. -Good interpersonal skills to prepare reports, negotiate and build relationships with key stakeholders. -Ability to seek opportunities for implementing improved working practices. -Problem solving and analytical skills for resolving cost and contract administration and procurement issues within consult. -Analytical skills. -Strong knowledge of value engineering and life cycle costing.

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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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