AECOM
Senior Cost Intelligence Consultant
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Company Description
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Job Title
Senior Cost Intelligence Consultant
About the Role
As a Senior Cost Intelligence Consultant, you will take an active role throughout all stages of a project. Working on large-scale infrastructure and capital programmes, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with diverse clients, including those with high-profile projects, alongside construction professionals in multi-disciplinary teams. Independence of thinking, as well as the ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team, will be essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Support and deliver commissions in the areas of efficiency & value identification, assurance & continuous improvement, construction economics research & analysis, and general cost intelligence services
- Have experience in one or more of the following technical disciplines:
- Cost model and/or cost estimate development
- Statistical analysis to support benchmarking and efficiency exercises
- Business cases and cost-benefit analysis development
- Defining business models
- Identify cost reduction opportunities through benchmarking and efficiency exercises
- Possess analysis capabilities applicable to client and industry datasets to create data-driven solutions
- Collaborate with leadership teams to mature and develop service offerings, providing practical solutions for clients
- Assist senior management in preparing technical and financial proposals
- Ensure effective delivery through project and financial management for complex assignments
- Maintain high-qualityprofessional outputs
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Requirements & Qualifications
Essential Criteria
- Confidence in writing technical reports and delivering presentations
- Strong problem-solving skills with a track record of developing novel solutions
- Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following:
- Cost modelling
- Cost estimation
- Business case development
- Cost-benefit analysis
- Statistical analysis
- Deep knowledge of or interest in the infrastructure sector and its advancements
- Proficient in the Microsoft Suite
- Knowledge of coding languages (Python, R, etc.) is a bonus
- Excellent decision-making skills with clear verbal and written communication
- Practical knowledge of database development
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills, capable of working with various clients and consultants
- Experience in a consultancy environment, or contracting in a relevant field
- Proven experience running large-scale infrastructure projects in Transport, Water, Energy, or similar sectors
- Commitment to meeting deadlines set by clients and managers
- Pride in quality and appearance, with a meticulous eye for error checking and demonstration of results’ validity
- Ability to produce auditable outputs for client deliverables
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Preferred Criteria
- Defence experience
- Degree in a STEM discipline (minimum 2:2)
- Membership of relevant industry bodies such as:
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
- Association for Project Management (APM)
- Control & Skills Authority (formerly ACoE)
Why AECOM?
We empower you to grow and succeed in dynamic environments where integrity, entrepreneurial spirit, and innovation are cherished.
You will:
- Enjoy hybrid work flexibility, balancing office, remote, or client site work
- Contribute to fostering a culture of inclusion and respect, enabling employees to bring their authentic selves to work
- Access an array of compensation, benefits, and well-being programs tailored to your needs
- Join a globally recognised infrastructure firm, with opportunities for career growth and high-impact projects
We stand as an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to inclusivity, supporting applicants from diverse backgrounds.
We are a Disability Confident Employer. Eligible applicants with relevant long-term conditions will be invited for interview if they meet essential criteria. Contact ReasonableAccommodationsUKI@aecom.com to request participation in the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.
All information remains confidential in line with EEO guidelines.
Additional Information
- Follow @AECOM on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube for updates on projects and team stories
- New hires must attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding in an AECOM office
- ReqID: J10153176
- Business Line: B&P – Buildings & Places
- Work Location Model: Hybrid
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