Construction Cost Manager

4 weeks ago


Durham, Durham, United Kingdom Farrans Construction Full time

At Farrans Construction, we are seeking a skilled Construction Cost Manager to join our team. This role will be responsible for monitoring the control of costs, maximising revenue, minimising liabilities, and maintaining the required standard of financial recording on a variety of projects.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide commercial support to the delivery teams with the design and construction of the projects in line with time, cost, quality, carbon, HSE and custom requirements.
  • Manage subcontractor supplier accounts, financially and contractually. Monitor subcontractors against the programme. Negotiate final accounts.
  • Place supply chain orders in accordance with the procurement schedule.
  • Complete measurements and valuations of work executed, ensuring that they meet the conditions of the contract.
  • Ensure payments to Sub Contractors and Supplier are made to the terms and work in progress cash targets.
  • Ensure that Farrans Construction is compliant with all contractual requirements.
  • Monitor project expenditure against budget.
  • Provide analysis of cost over-run and cost projections.
  • Explore opportunities to maximise value and minimise cost.
  • Liaise with clients on commercial issues, including agreement of variations, claims and additional payments.
  • Identify legitimate contractual claim situations and prepare suitable documentation to clients.

Requirements:

  • Prior pre and post contract experience in a construction QS role working on major projects.
  • Strong understanding of modern building techniques, plant and equipment and an appreciation of logistical needs/issues.
  • Strong understanding of construction contract conditions.
  • Appreciation of the impact of cost in the completion of a programme and development of a construction solutions.
  • Educated to degree level in Quantity Surveying/Commercial Management or equivalent qualification.
  • Advanced knowledge in Microsoft Office (Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook) and database software.

What we can offer you:

  • Competitive base salary.
  • Car allowance.
  • Payment of an annual professional membership.
  • Contributory pensions plan up to 6%.
  • Health Shield (Medical & Dental Cover included).
  • 34 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays).
  • Enhanced family policies.


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