Cost Consultant

1 month ago

Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Mace Full time

At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating places that are responsible, bringing transformative impact to our people, communities and societies across the globe. To learn more about our purpose, culture, and priorities, visit our strategy site.

Within our consult business, we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential of every project.

The project:

Supporting an ongoing multi-£m Automotive and Advanced Technology facility build you will work within the consulting team providing strategic cost management services to the client.


Conducting feasibility studies, advising on procurement strategies and contract selection, writing and undertaking procurement reports. Applying the value management techniques at the outset of a project. Managing, estimating and cost planning activities to include taking ownership of and presenting the final cost plan. Ensuring that final accounts are negotiated and agreed. Being a key interface with client, stakeholders and other consultants at all project stages. Handling of contractual frameworks and standard form of contract. Identifying and acting upon opportunities to improve cost management procedures, templates, products and hence improve the services provided to the clients. Identifying and acting upon ways to improve internal systems and processes.

Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey, they are:

Safety first - Going home safe and well:

You will be an advocate of Mace's value of safety first, and be accountable for leading and maintaining exceptional safety, quality, cost, programme, sustainability and project compliance standards. You will possess technical expertise in local health and safety rules and regulations relevant to project portfolio. You will champion a diverse and inclusive working environment and understand the importance of the wellbeing of the people you manage.

Client focus - Deliver on our promise:

You will support cost planning including ownership of and presenting cost plans to clients and internal stakeholders. You will support the procurement process, ensuring stages including prequalification, enquiry, analysis, selection and contract preparation are performed effectively. You will support the delivery of cost management services to deliver key strategic outcomes and KPIs, directly influencing strategic development of plans. Conducts feasibility studies, advising on procurement strategies and contract selection, writing and undertaking procurement reports. Applies the value management techniques at the outset of a project. Manages, estimating and cost planning activities to include taking ownership of and presenting the final cost plan. Assists in procurement and selection of main contractor. Prepares contract documents, warranties, bonds and licenses and assist formal execution by the appropriate parties. Advises on administration of the terms of the building contract. Measures and provides valuations of the work carried out and adjust variations in accordance with the terms of the contract and agree with the contractor. Provides cost control and reporting services during the contract. Prepares financial reports for the client in the form and at the frequency required. Identifies all costs associated with design changes, contract awards, construction activities and client charges. Participates in the evaluation of claims for delay and additional costs made by the contractor and any nominated subcontractors/suppliers. Advises on the issue of certificates of practical completion and ensure that final accounts are negotiated and agreed. Advises on issue of certificate of making good defects and final completion in accordance with any requirements relating to completion, submissions and approvals. Delivers improvements in systems and processes, driving transformational change. Provides guidance and direction to assistant cost consultant and other junior team members. Provides informal mentoring/training to junior members of the team. Seeks opportunities for continuous improvements/ improving working processes. Develops effective working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders. Manages stakeholders. Works collaboratively towards the common goal of net zero carbon transition, and share responsibility for the proactive identification and management of the associated carbon emissions and reductions during the delivery of work.

Integrity - Always do the right thing:

You will support management operations that are fiscally and ethically viable, influencing the achievement of business objectives that align with business and legislative compliance obligations. You will work collaboratively towards the common goal of net zero carbon transition and share responsibility for the proactive identification and management of the associated carbon emissions and reductions during the delivery of work. You will commit to making a positive impact for our people, our clients, and our planet, and take ownership for holding others to account who do not uphold the Mace values.

Create opportunity - For our people to excel:

You will manage teams, demonstrating effective leadership to ensure excellence in delivery against plans, championing a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities. You will actively network, innovate, and seek understanding of best practice, utilising the full depth of knowledge of Mace group, the centres of excellence, Mace way control centre and knowledge hub. You will guide assistant cost consultants and other junior team members to identify and execute opportunities that improve cost management procedures, templates and products to enhance services provided to stakeholders.

You'll need to have:

Previous experience in a cost consultancy practice in a similar role.Previous experience working within automotive or manufacturing and technology builds. JCT form of contract experience essential with some knowledge of NEC.Cost planning, budgeting and estimating experience.A degree in quantity surveying/cost management or equivalent.Knowledge of BIM techniques and applications. Proven experience in areas such as risk management and change control management. A degree in quantity surveying/cost management (or equivalent). Professional membership or working towards i.e. MRICS/RICS (or equivalent). Proficient knowledge and expertise in specific sector/ market of project/role. Relevant technical qualification/certification for project portfolio/s. Experience in most forms of contract. Sound knowledge and ability to undertake and advise on contract administration and contract management. Detailed knowledge of various forms of contract. Capex V Opex cost analysis/ advice.Knowledge of value engineering, life cycle costing, contract law and contractual frameworks relating to construction.

You'll also have:

Ability to be effective communicator with all stakeholders. Ability to seek opportunities for implementing improved working practices. Manages relevant stakeholders for project/s. Develops effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Good interpersonal skills to prepare reports, negotiate and build relationships with key stakeholders. Problem solving and analytical skills for resolving cost and contract administration and procurement issues within consult. Managing and developing graduate trainees and/or assistant cost consultants. Identifying and participating in new initiatives that add value that led to service improvement e.g. BIM champions and operates within an inclusivity environment. Understands personal strengths and weaknesses, seeks learning and support where appropriate. Identifying and generating business development opportunities with existing clients. Understanding of present-day issues such as sustainability, social value and carbon reduction. Strong understanding of industry best practice.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all of the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.

We are also open to discussing part-time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role.

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