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Cost Manager
We're looking for a Cost Manager for a public sector organisation, based in Nottinghamshire (hybrid), on an initial contract running until the end of January 2027, paying up to £348 per day (Inside IR35, Umbrella).
About the Role
This is a hybrid role with an expectation to attend the office at least two days a week.
The successful Cost Manager will lead cost estimation and financial planning across complex construction projects within an environment programme delivery office. You'll support programme and project managers to keep spend within tolerance, monitor budgets and forecasts, and resolve cost issues quickly. You'll also work closely with procurement colleagues, contractors, and risk managers to deliver cost-effective solutions.
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Key Responsibilities
- Lead cost estimation and financial planning across complex construction projects
- Support programme and project managers to keep spend within tolerance
- Monitor budgets and forecasts
- Resolve cost issues quickly
- Work closely with procurement colleagues, contractors, and risk managers
Required Experience
- Cost estimation and budget control
- Financial planning, forecasting, and reporting
- Quantity surveying and Bills of Quantities (BoQ)
- Risk assessment, mitigation, and value management
- Procurement and contract management
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Job Titles: Cost Manager, Quantity Surveyor, Cost Estimator, Cost Estimation, Budget Control, Financial Planning, Forecasting, BoQ, Risk Management, Procurement, Contract Management
Location: Nottinghamshire
Type: Hybrid, Contract, Inside IR35
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