Role Overview
We are recruiting for a Cost Manager to support a high‑value redevelopment project on a secure defence infrastructure site in the South West of England. This role plays a key part in managing, controlling, and forecasting project costs, ensuring delivery within budget while meeting programme and quality requirements in a highly regulated environment.
Security Requirement: Due to the nature of the project, candidates must be eligible to obtain BPSS clearance. Additional security vetting may be required.
Contract & Working Pattern
* Contract: 42.5 hours per week
* Location: South West England
* Site attendance: Minimum 3 days per week on site
* Salary: £50,000 - £75,000 (dependent on experience)
Benefits & Package
* Subsistence (subject to eligibility):
o Approx. £56 per night
o Nights in temporary accommodation: tax free
o Nights at home: taxable
o Permanent home address and temporary accommodation required
o Approx. £1,680 per month before tax
* Company car / car allowance / travel allowance up to £7,000
* Company vehicle provided will be a high‑spec electric vehicle
* 8% employer‑matched pension contribution
* Private healthcare
* Life assurance
* 26 days annual leave
* 2 wellbeing days
* 1 volunteering day per year
* Personal and professional development support
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare accurate cost estimates and establish realistic project budgets
* Analyse cost data, forecast expenditure, and produce financial reporting
* Administer payments, variations, compensation events, and claims
* Support procurement activities and negotiate best value within the supply chain
* Identify, assess, and mitigate commercial and cost risks
* Review costs, invoices, and change orders to ensure accuracy
* Communicate clearly with stakeholders, contractors, and suppliers
* Integrate cost management within wider project controls and programme delivery
* Apply strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and regulations
Skills & Experience Required
* Strong knowledge of cost management and financial principles
* Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and cost control
* Sound understanding of NEC4 contracts
* Excellent numerical, analytical, and problem‑solving skills
* High level of attention to detail
* Strong communication and negotiation capability
* Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
* Advanced Excel skills (essential):
o Macros / VBA
o Pivot Tables and advanced data analysis
o Lookup and logical functions (INDEX/MATCH, XLOOKUP, nested IFs)
o Power Query and data modelling
o Dashboard creation and reporting
Security & Eligibility
* Must be BPSS clearable
* Right to work in the UK required
* Further clearance may be required depending on project scope
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