Cost Manager

A leading global construction consultancy is looking to appoint a Cost Manager to join its Manchester office, supporting the delivery of major projects across the industrial, logistics, and manufacturing sectors.

The Cost Manager

The successful Cost Manager will play a key role in delivering high-quality cost management services across all project stages, working with clients, contractors, and internal teams to ensure commercial success and operational efficiency. This role is ideal for a commercially aware Cost Manager with strong consultancy or contractor experience and a collaborative, client-focused approach.

The Cost Manager position offers flexible hybrid working, a generous benefits package, and access to a structured career development programme with full APC support.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver full cost management services across complex industrial and logistics projects
• Prepare cost plans, tender documentation, and contract administration reports
• Manage change control, valuations, and final accounts
• Provide clear commercial advice to clients and project teams
• Support project delivery while mentoring junior staff where required
• Uphold best practices in cost control, risk management, and reporting

Requirements:

• Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or a construction-related discipline
• MRICS, equivalent qualification, or actively working towards chartership
• Experience working within a consultancy or contractor environment
• Industrial, logistics, or manufacturing project experience (preferred)
• Strong understanding of commercial principles and NEC contracts
• Excellent communication, reporting, and team collaboration skills

What’s in it for you?

• £45,000 – £55,000

• 25 Days holiday + Bank holidays
• APC Programme
• Health insurance
• Hybrid working
• Generous Pension Plan
• Life assurance
• Mobile and Laptop
• Car allowance
• Regular socials
• Cycle to work scheme
• Supportive culture
• Flexible working conditions
• Great work-life balance
• Income protection
• Internal training programmes
• Death in Service contribution
• Health & Wellness programme

If you are a Cost Manager considering your career opportunities, then please contact Dominic Jansen at Brandon James.

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