Hatched Recruitment Group
Senior Cost Manager
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Senior Cost Manager
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Cost Manager to join a leading construction and cost consultancy in Belfast. This is a key role within a growing team, offering the opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects across Northern Ireland and the wider island of Ireland.
You will take a lead role in the commercial management of projects, working closely with clients, project teams and senior leadership. The role offers excellent exposure across sectors including commercial, healthcare, education, residential, infrastructure, public sector, regeneration and mixed-use development.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the cost management of projects from pre-contract through to completion
- Prepare cost estimates, cost plans and tender documentation
- Provide procurement advice and undertake tender analysis
- Manage valuations, change control, cost reporting and risk
- Lead final account negotiations and commercial management
- Provide expert cost and commercial advice to clients
- Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships
- Support business development and the growth of existing client relationships
- Provide leadership, guidance and support to junior team members
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About You
- Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
- MRICS preferred, although candidates working towards chartership will be considered
- Strong pre and post-contract experience
- Experience within a consultancy environment
- Good knowledge of JCT, NEC or similar construction contracts
- Strong commercial awareness and analytical skills
- Confident working directly with clients and senior stakeholders
- Proven leadership and team management experience
- Strong communication, organisation and problem-solving skills
- CostX experience would be advantageous
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What's on Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package, including private healthcare
- Excellent career progression towards Associate Director and Director level
- Exposure to a diverse range of major projects and clients
- Opportunities to work alongside wider specialist teams and industry experts
- Professional membership and chartership support
- Ongoing training, mentoring and career development
- A collaborative environment with genuine responsibility and senior-level exposure
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