Location
London

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey. This is an exciting opportunity to join the Cost and Commercial Management team working with a select group of key strategic Education sector clients. The role involves advising across a full range of cost planning, project budgeting, forecasting and strategic procurement services.

You will be responsible for conducting feasibility studies and benchmarking, applying value management techniques at the outset of projects, managing estimating and cost planning activities including ownership and presentation of final cost plans. You will manage the procurement process ensuring all stages—pre-qualification, enquiry, analysis, selection and contract preparation—are performed effectively. Additionally, you will ensure post-contract cost variances and change control processes are managed efficiently, oversee cost checking and valuation work, produce monthly post-contract cost reports and present them to clients, and negotiate and agree final accounts.

As a key interface with clients and other consultants at all project stages, you will also contribute to marketing and business development activities, supporting the consultancy team in promoting Mace in the region. Knowledge of standard industry contract forms and assisting in the development of new business opportunities with existing and new clients are also essential aspects of the role.

Experience
Previous experience in a cost consultancy practice undertaking a similar role is required. Experience working with Education sector clients is essential. You should have sound knowledge and ability to undertake and advise on capital planning, forecasting and strategic procurement. Experience managing people and risk management is expected. Proficiency in Excel including sortation formulas, pivot tables and graphs is required. Understanding of wider industry issues such as Sustainability, Social Value and Carbon Reduction is important.

About you
You are a proactive and strategic professional with strong communication skills, able to manage multiple stakeholders and projects effectively. You demonstrate integrity, client focus and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement. You are motivated to support business development and promote Mace’s values and reputation.

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