Cost Manager

Position: 222CMR: Cost Manager

Location: Hybrid / 3 days on site in London

Type: Full-time

Start Date: Immediate

Salary: Up To £80,000

Join one of the UK's most ambitious infrastructure projects.

Our client is delivering one of the most complex and high-profile infrastructure programmes in the UK today. Backed by UK Government and key industry stakeholders, the organisation is entering a pivotal phase of development: securing funding, finalising strategic partnerships across the supply chain, and laying the regulatory groundwork to advance into full-scale construction.

As a Cost Manager, you'll be at the heart of a nationally significant transport programme that will reshape connectivity across the UK. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a landmark infrastructure project from the inside out—driving value, ensuring commercial rigour, and helping deliver one of the most ambitious rail initiatives in British history.

Team Leadership & Collaboration

• Support the Cost Lead in driving integrated cost control practices across the Civil Works Programme.

• Coach and guide team members within the Cost Discipline.

• Collaborate with other Project Controls disciplines and support functions to ensure aligned project delivery.

Cost Management & Reporting

• Maintain accurate cost forecasts and actuals within the financial control system (EcoSys).

• Oversee monthly cost reporting cycles including Actual Cost of Work Performed (ACWP), Earned Value Analysis, and Estimates at Completion (EAC).

• Ensure all changes are reflected accurately within budgets and forecasts.

• Review and integrate estimates from Tier 1 contractors and suppliers.

Analysis & Insight

• Conduct cost performance analysis and identify areas of risk or opportunity.

• Ensure earned value techniques are correctly implemented across the programme.

• Support the development and optimisation of cost reporting systems.

Essential

• Demonstrated leadership capability in cost or commercial functions.

• Deep understanding of cost management methodologies and earned value analysis.

• Strong grasp of engineering, procurement, and construction processes.

• High-level analytical and numerical ability with attention to detail.

• Experience with cost management tools such as EcoSys.

• Familiarity with NEC or FIDIC contract frameworks.

• Commercially astute with excellent interpersonal skills.

Desirable

• Familiarity with scheduling (Primavera P6) and risk tools (ARM).

• Experience working on complex major infrastructure projects.

• Ability to communicate and present financial insights to senior stakeholders.

• Previous experience in the nuclear or regulated infrastructure sector.

• Degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction, Accounting or related discipline (or equivalent project experience).

• Chartered or equivalent professional status preferred.

• Proven track record in cost management within a major project environment.

At CMR we have a strong culture driven by our 9 Core Principles. We look to build a community of people that share our values and ambitions. We're proud that 96% of our team say CMR is a "Great Place to Work" a reflection of our supportive culture, focus on people, and drive to do things differently.

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Requirements and Location:

• Full right to work in the UK

• Hybrid with 3 office days in London

Salary & Benefits

• 25 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays)

• Comprehensive Private Healthcare (Inc Dentist and Optician)

• Life Assurance (x4 Salary)

• Pension: employers' contribution of 4%

• Company and personal performance-based bonus

• Salary Sacrifice Scheme

• Long Service Leave

• Training and professional development

• Regular social events

• Perkbox – employee experience platform

Next Steps

To apply to our vacancy please submit a copy of your CV for consideration. As we receive many applications to our roles, please include a short summary explaining why you want to join us and what you think you can bring to the team.

We look forward to hearing from you

CMR welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. CMR is Disability Confident Committed and an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or disability or any other protected characteristics. We aim to create a culture where everyone can be themselves and is valued for their strengths and unique perspectives.