Cost Manager
Core
Managing project costs, contracts, and commercial performance for large-scale civil engineering infrastructure projects.
Role type
Senior Cost Manager (Civil Engineering)
Builds
Project deliverables within budget and governance frameworks for major infrastructure clients.
Domain
Civil Engineering (Rail, Water, Aviation)
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure
Required skills
Cost planning, contract administration, value engineering, risk management, final accounts negotiation, NEC contract forms, Microsoft Excel, contract cash flow management
Preferred skills
Experience in rail, water, or aviation sectors, chartered status (RICS/SCSI)
Technologies
Microsoft Excel, contract administration software
Responsibilities
Monitor and manage cost variance and contract cash flow, administer contracts in line with project objectives, provide accurate cost forecasting and reporting, negotiate final accounts, lead people and commissions as needed
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC