Cost Management Specialist

2 weeks ago

Wembley, Greater London, United Kingdom Brent Council-Housing Full time

Are you an experienced Cost Management Specialist eager to contribute to impactful projects?

Join Brent Council-Housing as a Cost Management Specialist, where your expertise will be vital in overseeing substantial contracts related to major renovations, repairs, and compliance initiatives.

This is an opportunity to join a vibrant and supportive team dedicated to enhancing housing services in the community.

Role Overview

In this position, you will be instrumental in facilitating contract oversight by ensuring precise budget management and processing for contractor-related tasks, including repairs and voids.

Your commercial insight will be essential in the formulation and negotiation of agreements with contractors, suppliers, internal departments, and consultants.

You will also establish performance and monitoring frameworks for budget forecasting, variance analysis, volume performance, and key performance indicators (KPIs), providing regular assessments and reports on economic efficiency.

Building and nurturing effective relationships with providers, partners, and stakeholders is crucial in this role. You will assist in the preparation of the Housing Asset Management Strategy, investment alternatives, cost modeling, and work schedules.

Additionally, your project management skills will be utilized to oversee assigned projects or programs, ensuring that objectives are met on schedule, within budget, and to the required standards.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The successful candidate will possess a degree-level education or equivalent relevant experience, with chartered status and full membership of RICS, RIBA, CIOB, or CIBSE being highly advantageous.

You should have extensive experience in crafting effective contract specifications and procurement documents, alongside a comprehensive understanding of procurement legislation, social housing maintenance, and refurbishment contracts.

Strong budget management experience is a must, as is proven experience collaborating with contractors and consultants in a service delivery context.

A solid grasp of the financial and technical dimensions of contracts, contract procurement, and accounting is essential. Excellent interpersonal communication skills are necessary to foster and maintain productive business relationships.

You will be a collaborative team member, as well as a dynamic and committed individual with the resilience and determination to manage the demands and pressures of the role, including the ability to handle crises effectively.

Working with Brent Council-Housing

Brent is a dynamic borough in London, celebrated for its cultural diversity and community spirit.

We are dedicated to fostering a supportive and innovative work environment where you can make a meaningful difference.

We provide opportunities for professional growth, a collaborative team culture, and the chance to be part of a forward-thinking organization. Our hybrid working model allows for flexibility with office or on-site presence three times a week.

For more information about our benefits package, please visit our website.

Additional Information

We will be continuously reviewing applications and conducting interviews on a weekly basis.

Brent Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this, encouraging applications from all sections of the community. We actively promote self-identification of characteristics in the diversity survey section of the application.

We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding, promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants should be aware that positions involving work with children, young people, and vulnerable adults are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and other employment clearances.

Brent embraces a positive approach to flexible working.

As a disability confident employer, Brent welcomes applications from individuals with disabilities, including hidden disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process due to your disability, please inform us accordingly.

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