Cost Consultant

4 weeks ago

Warrington, 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 . 

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:

Our Mace Consultancy Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences Sector set out to make a difference in the industry. Established in 2013, the team has grown in size and scope with employees based in the UK, Europe and America, with wider coverage throughout the globe.

We provide an end-to-end consultancy service for some of the most notable and innovative life science projects, including manufacturing facilities for several manufacturing market leaders. We leverage the latest innovation, regional expertise and global best practice to continuously improve and advance infrastructure delivery, advising on critical public services and works of cultural importance; driving growth and delivering some of the world's most technically complex and inspiring programmes of work.

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.

Undertake and deliver project quantity surveying and cost management services to a high standard in support of contract administration, cost reporting, cashflow forecasting, purchase order management.

Implement an integrated cost management strategy for the project, leveraging contractor reporting and considering project contracting strategies and team structure. 

Implement the standard work breakdown structure (WBS) principles from the early inception of the project

Be responsible for resolution of escalated issues with the contractor’s

Management and assistance with framework contract inc. agreement of annual inflation uplifts, advising on contract strategy, tender preparation and analysis 

Lead and support the team in the development of the project control plan for projects

Prepare accurate cost reports and forecasts per project requirements on a monthly basis, reviewing inputs from the contractor / supplier base.

Review cost reports with the project manager and at management levels

Develop and maintain reports including cost analysis and forecasts, cashflows, cost variance performance reporting, contingency and management reserve rundown trends.

Perform project commercial and financial control functions including contract administration, invoice review, purchase requisition support, asset registration and ensuring project compliance with company policy

Develop and maintain project reports including cost financial analysis and forecasts, cash flows, contingency/ management reserve rundown/trends, plus project risk assessments impacting schedule and cost.

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.

NEC form of contract experience essential

Cost planning, budgeting and estimating experience.

Sound knowledge and ability to undertake and advise on contract administration

Knowledge of value engineering and life cycle costing.

Strong understanding of industry best practice.

Capex V opex cost analysis/ advice

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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