Senior Cost Consultant

7 days ago

London, Greater London, 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

The project:

An exciting opportunity to join the cost management team working in the private commercial sector working in a seconded CMO role within one of our global corporate real estate clients. The role will involve supporting the commercial PMO lead across a full range of capital planning, project budgeting, forecasting and strategic procurement services. At Mace, we are looking for enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about cost management and always aim to provide the highest standard of delivery for their clients. 

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 Client focus - Deliver on our promise Integrity - Always do the right thing Create opportunity - For our people to excel

You'll be responsible for:

Working with a commercial Lead to manage to ensure consistency of cost management and reporting across numerous projects within the programme.  Providing oversight and governance responsibilities of cost and commercial management including cost planning and benchmarking and the reporting of cost, cashflow, procurement, contract and claims.  Developing and improving project cost and commercial databases to accurately track and control commercial statuses.  Tracking and interpreting trends and issues via dashboards and reports in PowerBI or equivalent.  Tracking and controlling project accruals and commitments against budgets.  Building project forecasts and benchmarks to inform and measure the portfolio and programme performance.  Tracking project contingency and exposure associated with risk events and remaining risks on the project.  Tracking project change control to ensure alignment with agreed baselines and control data structures.  Tracking key project trends which can inform future change management.  Ensuring compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards, RICS guidelines. Managing team of cost consultants, providing guidance, direction and coaching and performance management.  Delivering improvements in systems and processes, driving transformational change. Providing mentoring/training to members of the team.  Sharing technical/functional/domain expertise to upskill capabilities.  Developing and maintaining a series of both internal and external relationships. Managing and influencing key/senior stakeholders. Identifies and implements continuous improvement plans/identifies key business improvements.  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. 

You'll need to have:

Demonstrable experience of delivering service excellence to clients. Advanced experience of working with large cost data sets.  Good negotiating, influencing and communication skills to command professional respect at all levels. Excellent data management skills including Microsoft Excel, use of advance formulas, pivot tables. Experience of working within a PMO office (desirable). Analytical skills. Digitally competent. A degree in quantity surveying/cost management (or equivalent). Professional membership i.e. MRICS/RICS (or equivalent). Proficient knowledge and expertise in specific sector/market of project/role.  Capex V Opex cost analysis/advice.  Comprehensive understanding of present-day issues such as sustainability, social value and carbon reduction. Expert knowledge of industry best practice.

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 issues within the PMO. Sharing key information and learning generated with colleagues.  Identifying and generating business development opportunities with existing clients.  Identifying and participating in new initiatives that add value that lead to service improvement e.g. BIM.  Champions and operates within an inclusivity environment.  Understands personal strengths and weaknesses, seeks learning and support where appropriate.  Previous experience of managing people and risk management. 

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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