Location
London

Hours
Full Time

Salary
£50,000 per year

About the Role
Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. For more than 28 years, our adventurous spirit has driven us to do things better and drive change through our industry. We are delivering the fit-out, refurbishment and alteration of a unique collection of listed buildings in central London. These buildings are situated in a live environment on an estate of national importance with a rich heritage, requiring careful management of logistics and operations alongside technical and construction partners. Our client requires strong commercial management to support the Authority in delivering modern workplace solutions, unique projects, and complex programmes of work.

As a Cost Consultant, you will be responsible for monthly cost reports covering all project costs, monthly cash flow forecast updates spanning 7 years with constant changes in time and money, and challenging and agreeing compensation events up to £50k in value. You will support CostX measures and conduct forensic analysis of large compensation events up to £3M. Your duties will also include assisting with monthly valuations and associated paperwork, updating change trackers and provisional sum trackers for the main contract and consultants, and using CEMAR daily as the NEC workflow tool for administration. Additionally, you will update change log registers, assist with budgets for client approval, produce client change control forms (CCFs), and liaise effectively with client cost/finance representatives, client teams, and the Mace team.

At Mace, we champion people and constantly strive for better, inspiring each other and our clients to innovate. We challenge convention, apply a can-do attitude, and are committed to quality and service excellence.

Experience
Previous experience in a cost consultancy practice in a similar role is essential. Experience working with private and public sector property and infrastructure clients is beneficial. NEC form of contract experience is essential, with NEC PM accreditation preferred. Proven experience in cost planning, budgeting, and estimating, as well as managing people and risk management, is required. Knowledge of contract law and contractual frameworks relating to construction, contract administration, value engineering, and life cycle costing is necessary. A strong understanding of industry best practice and awareness of hot topic issues such as Sustainability, Social Value, and Carbon Reduction impacting the public sector is expected. Experience with Capex vs Opex cost analysis and advice is also important.

About you
You are a proactive and detail-oriented professional with excellent communication skills, capable of effective liaison with clients and internal teams. You demonstrate integrity, a client-focused approach, and a commitment to safety and quality. You embrace continuous improvement and are motivated to excel within a collaborative and inclusive environment.

Qualifications
A degree in quantity surveying, cost management, or an equivalent discipline is required. Professional membership such as MRICS or RICS is essential.