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About the Role

We are delivering the fit-out, refurbishment and alteration of a unique collection of listed buildings in central London. Our client requires strong commercial management that supports the Authority in its role of delivering modern workplace solutions, unique projects and complex programmes of work. To perform the role of Senior Cost Consultant, taking responsibility for end-to-end service delivery, often with respect to large and complex commissions covering both private and public sector clients. To ensure that client objectives are met through the delivery of a value-added cost management service.

Responsibilities

Conduct feasibility studies, business cases and write procurement reports.
Apply value management techniques at the outset of a project.
Manage estimating and cost planning activities, including presenting the final cost plan.
Manage the procurement process, ensuring all stages are performed effectively.
Ensure post-contract cost variances and change control processes are managed effectively.
Ensure cost checking and valuation work is managed effectively.
Produce monthly post-contract cost reports and present them to the client.
Attend meetings and participate actively.
Perform value engineering and life cycle costing.
Ensure final accounts are negotiated and agreed.
Act as a key interface with the client and other consultants.
Undertake marketing and business development duties within your sector of experience.
Perform line management and recruitment duties.

Requirements

Demonstrable experience of delivering service excellence to clients.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
NEC Contract experience.
Good negotiating, influencing, and communication skills to command professional respect at all levels.
Good working knowledge of contracts, estimating, valuations, cost reporting, and financial modelling.

Skills

Cost management
Procurement
Estimating
Cost planning
Value management
Value engineering
Life cycle costing
Negotiating
Influencing
Communication
Financial modelling
Business development

Location

Central London
Onsite

Work Type

Full-time
Part time
Flexible working
Hybrid working

Experience Level

Senior

Education Level

Degree qualification preferred but not essential
Professional memberships an advantage but not essential

About the Company

Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition.
Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey.
Safety first - Going home safe and well: We champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in every team.
Client focus - Deliver on our promise: We own the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and build long term relationships with our clients.
Integrity - Always do the right thing: We influence positive outcomes within our industry, while always aligning with our compliance obligations.
Create opportunity - For our people to excel: We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop.

Equal Opportunity

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.