Cost Manager

Job Description Are you an experienced Cost Manager with a strong track record in managing project costs across major infrastructure programmes? You will play a key role in overseeing cost planning, control and commercial performance across nationally significant D&B infrastructure projects in Ireland including metro, aviation, rail, water and highway schemes. Join our Project & Programme Management team and help close the gap to a sustainable future.

Your new role
As Cost Manager, you will be responsible for managing cost and commercial activities across major infrastructure projects in Ireland. You will provide robust cost planning, forecasting and reporting, ensuring that projects are delivered within approved budgets while maintaining value for money. You will work closely with project managers, engineers, and commercial teams, supporting decision-making through accurate cost data and analysis, while ensuring alignment with contract requirements and project objectives.

Working pattern
Hybrid role requiring office and site attendance as required, with a majority of projects delivered in and around Dublin. Your key responsibilities will be:

Managing project cost control processes, including budgeting, forecasting and reporting Developing and maintaining cost estimates, cost plans and cash flow forecasts Monitoring project expenditure and performance against approved budgets Supporting procurement activities, including cost input to tendering and contract evaluation Administering and managing contracts in line with agreed commercial frameworks (e.g. NEC4) Assessing and managing change, including variations, compensation events and claims Providing cost advice and commercial insight to project teams and stakeholders Contributing to risk management processes, including cost risk analysis and contingency management Supporting value engineering and cost optimisation initiatives Coordinating cost reporting and ensuring robust governance and audit trails Liaising with contractors and stakeholders to ensure transparency and alignment on commercial matters About you Experience in cost management or quantity surveying on major infrastructure or construction projects (e.g. metro, aviation, rail, water and highways schemes) Strong understanding of cost planning, estimating, and cost control processes Experience working with standard forms of contract (e.g. NEC4) and commercial management practices Ability to manage budgets, forecasts and financial reporting in complex project environments Experience supporting procurement and tender evaluation processes Understanding of change management, including assessment of variations and claims

Good analytical skills, with attention to detail and the ability to interpret cost data effectively Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills Proactive and organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities Degree in quantity surveying, commercial management, engineering or a related discipline (or equivalent experience) Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. RICS, ACostE, CICES, PMI, APM or equivalent). Chartership (MRICS or equivalent) is preferable What we can offer you Commitment to your development  Leaders guided by our Leadership Principles  A culture that welcomes you as the unique person you are  Inspiration from colleagues, clients and projects  The long‑term thinking of a foundation‑owned company  Flexible work environment  27 days annual leave plus bank holidays  Matched pension contributions  Private medical cover and life assurance Ready to join us?
Please submit your application and CV online. We invite diversity in all its forms and encourage applicants from all groups to apply. Final date to receive applications:…