The Property Cost Manager (Quantity Surveyor) will join the Property team responsible for acquisition, new build, refurbishment, and maintenance of our diverse property estate, including retail, manufacturing, and logistics sites.
The Property Cost Manager is responsible for improving our cost and value management capabilities through robust cost control, focusing on achieving the best value outcomes from our investments.
This role is suitable for an Associate or Senior Quantity Surveyor ready to step up.
This is a hybrid role, based in our Bradford office three days a week. Applicants should reside within a reasonable distance from Bradford.
As a Property Manager, your responsibilities will include:
* Proactive cost reporting on capital and operational expenditure.
* Providing commercial governance over project spend.
* Developing lifecycle cost models to support future investment and minimize intervention costs.
* Maintaining benchmark data to understand and improve our cost base.
* Collaborating with the Design & Standards team for cost-effective specifications and efficient building practices.
* Managing QS supplier partners to ensure process improvements and market-competitive pricing.
* Leading procurement activities to secure the best suppliers and prices.
* Developing and managing a high-performing supply chain.
* Reporting on commercial metrics and KPIs to foster continuous improvement.
* Working with our Directs team for efficient procurement of fittings, furnishings, and equipment.
You will also bring:
* Relevant construction or industry experience.
* A proven track record in delivering new build and refurbishment projects.
* Knowledge of cost-effective specifications and industry innovations.
* Effective stakeholder management skills.
* Strong commercial acumen and financial awareness.
* Experience managing multiple projects or programs simultaneously.
* Familiarity with JCT contract forms.
* Membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (desirable).
At Morrisons, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to join us and bring their talents to our team.
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