Details:
- Salary: £45,000 - 55,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Manchester Greater Manchester
- Date: 1 week ago
Description:
A leading global construction consultancy is looking to appoint a Cost Manager to join its Manchester office, supporting the delivery of major projects across the industrial, logistics, and manufacturing sectors.
The Cost Manager
The successful Cost Manager will play a key role in delivering high-quality cost management services across all project stages, working with clients, contractors, and internal teams to ensure commercial success and operational efficiency. This role is ideal for a commercially aware Cost Manager with strong consultancy or contractor experience and a collaborative, client-focused approach.
The Cost Manager position offers flexible hybrid working, a generous benefits package, and access to a structured career development programme with full APC support.
Responsibilities:
Deliver full cost management services across complex industrial and logistics projects
Prepare cost plans, tender documentation, and contract administration reports
Manage change control, valuations, and final accounts
Provide clear commercial advice to clients and project teams
Support project delivery while mentoring junior staff where required
Uphold best practices in cost control, risk management, and reportingRequirements:
Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or a construction-related discipline
MRICS, equivalent qualification, or actively working towards chartership
Experience working within a consultancy or contractor environment
Industrial, logistics, or manufacturing project experience (preferred)
Strong understanding of commercial principles and NEC contracts
Excellent communication, reporting, and team collaboration skills
What's in it for you?
£45,000 - £55,000
25 Days holiday + Bank holidays
APC Programme
Health insurance
Hybrid working
Generous Pension Plan
Life assurance
Mobile and Laptop
Car allowance
Regular socials
Cycle to work scheme
Supportive culture
Flexible working conditions
Great work-life balance
Income protection
Internal training programmes
Death in Service contribution
Health & Wellness programmeIf you are a Cost Manager considering your career opportunities, then please contact Dominic Jansen at Brandon James.
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Reference #DJ1050
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