Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor - Construction
Core
Senior Cost Manager/Quantity Surveyor acting as the key client interface to deliver value-added cost management services throughout the construction lifecycle.
Role type
Senior IC Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor
Builds
Cost plans, estimates, budgets, and financial reports for workplace construction projects (new builds, remodels, tenant improvements).
Domain
Construction industry, cost management, quantity surveying
Required skills
Estimating and negotiation, cost planning, change order management, contract price negotiation, cost auditing and valuation, financial risk management, value engineering, parametric and hybrid cost modeling, cash flow management, mentoring talent
Preferred skills
RICS accreditation, construction consultancy experience, knowledge of procurement routes and value management, AI-enabled cost modeling tools experience
Technologies
Internal Business Management Systems, internal software for margin tracking and forecasting, AI-enabled cost modeling tools, automated estimating platforms
Responsibilities
Estimate and negotiate change orders throughout the construction lifecycle; Produce and present final cost plans and funding data presentations; Review contractor and subcontractor pricing and lead negotiations; Manage cost checks, valuations, and post-contract cost variances; Develop and maintain parametric and hybrid cost models for rapid estimating; Monitor project costs and manage financial risks to ensure budget adherence; Mentor team members and drive continuous improvement; Prepare monthly cost reports and final accounts for clients.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
