CONTEX - Senior Cost Manager; BBV - HS

Position:
Senior Cost Manager

Location:

2 days office / 3 days hybrid

Type:
Full-time

Start Date:

Immediate

Salary:
Competitive

We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Cost Manager to join our dynamic award winning team. Our client is delivering one of the most complex and high-profile infrastructure programmes in the UK today. Backed by UK Government and key industry stakeholders, the organisation is entering a pivotal phase of development: securing funding, finalising strategic partnerships across the supply chain, and laying the regulatory groundwork to advance into full‑scale construction.

As a Cost Manager, you’ll be at the heart of a nationally significant transport programme that will reshape connectivity across the UK. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a landmark infrastructure project from the inside out—driving value, ensuring commercial rigour, and helping deliver one of the most ambitious rail initiatives in British history.

CMR is an award winning project controls consultancy that is first and foremost a team of people, passionate about the construction industry and changing the way project controls is provided. Our approach and culture have been recognised globally, with CMR named Global Project Controls Small Business of the Year 2025 (Project Controls Expo UK Awards) and one of the UK’s Best Workplaces in 2026 (Great Place to Work).

Our

Purpose:

Inspiring new ways to help shape our construction industry.

Our Ambition:
Re‑imagine project controls through a digital lens, being the obvious choice for clients and the place to grow together with intention.

• Opportunity to professionally develop like nowhere you have worked before.
• Merit‑based system that enables fast development for those who demonstrate capability.
• In‑house capability matrix to transparently track progression and highlight development areas.
• Small, dynamic team where every member has the chance to make a significant impact and shape the future direction of our company.
• Rewarding achievements, celebrating successes, and supporting each other during tough times.

• Support the Cost Lead in driving integrated cost control practices across the Civil Works Programme.
• Coach and guide team members within the Cost Discipline.
• Collaborate with other Project Controls disciplines and support functions to ensure aligned project delivery.

• Maintain accurate cost forecasts and actuals within the financial control system (Eco Sys).
• Oversee monthly cost reporting cycles including Actual Cost of Work Performed (ACWP), Earned Value Analysis, and Estimates at Completion (EAC).
• Ensure all changes are reflected accurately within budgets and forecasts.
• Review and integrate estimates from Tier 1 contractors and suppliers.

• Conduct cost performance analysis and identify areas of risk or opportunity.
• Ensure earned value techniques are correctly implemented across the programme.
• Support development and optimisation of cost reporting systems.

• Demonstrated leadership capability in cost or commercial functions.
• Deep understanding of cost management methodologies and earned value analysis.
• Strong grasp of engineering, procurement, and construction processes.
• High‑level analytical and numerical ability with attention to detail.
• Experience with cost management tools such as Eco Sys.
• Familiarity with NEC or FIDIC contract frameworks.
• Commercially astute with excellent interpersonal skills.

• Familiarity with scheduling (Primavera P6) and risk tools (ARM).
• Experience working on complex major infrastructure projects.
• Ability to communicate and present financial insights to senior stakeholders.
• Previous experience in the nuclear or regulated infrastructure sector.

• Degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction, Accounting or related discipline (or equivalent project experience).
• Chartered or equivalent professional status preferred.
• Proven track record in cost management within a major project environment.

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