Head of Cost Management – Global Property Development Head Office: London (with UK & international travel) £100,000 – £115,000 base salary bonus (up to 25%) Are you an experienced cost management leader with a track record of delivering multi-site property developments at scale? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a global organisation on an exciting growth journey as Head of Cost Management within their Property Development team. The Role As Head of Cost Management, you will: * Own the accurate calculation of all capital project costs and manage projects against approved cost plans. * Deliver projects on or below budget and drive year-on-year cost savings across new builds, refurbishments, and other major capital investments. * Lead procurement and tender processes, appointing and managing contractors, suppliers, and advisers. * Provide accurate reporting of capex expenditure to senior stakeholders, up to C-suite. * Lead continuous improvement initiatives, including value engineering and process optimisation. * Drive delivery of large-scale property projects on time and within budget, ensuring resources and supply chains are effectively managed. * Recruit, develop, and motivate a high-performing team of Quantity Surveyors and cost professionals. About You We are looking for a commercially astute leader who brings: * A degree or post-graduate qualification in Quantity Surveying or Finance, and professional chartership. * Experience overseeing a £100m portfolio of development projects. * Proven expertise in cost management, investment decision-making, and delivering multi-site property programmes. * Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at executive level. * A collaborative, hands-on leadership style with the ability to develop and motivate teams. * Experience in appointing and managing contractors and third-party partners. * Resilience, adaptability, and the ability to make critical decisions under pressure. * Willingness to travel across the UK and internationally. Benefits Alongside a competitive salary and bonus structure, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits, including: * Private healthcare and wellbeing support. * Generous pension scheme. * 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (with the option to buy additional leave). * Life assurance and income protection. * Flexible and hybrid working opportunities. * Professional development support, including funding for training and qualifications. * Gym membership discounts and wellbeing initiatives. * Opportunities to travel internationally and work on high-profile projects. Why Join? This is a senior leadership role in a global, forward-thinking organisation that is expanding rapidly. You’ll have the chance to make a tangible impact, driving cost efficiencies and shaping the future of property development within the business