Assistant Cost Manager​/Cost Manager; Flood Alleviation

Assistant Cost Manager/Cost Manager (Flood Alleviation)

As an Assistant Cost Manager/Cost Manager, you will manage and deliver capital investment projects for flood alleviation schemes. You will work with an Associate to cost/commercially manage, coordinate and deliver water projects throughout the entire project lifecycle from inception to commissioning.

The role involves providing client‑side cost/commercial management support during all stages—from option studies and development, through construction tender support, NEC contract administration and on‑site delivery.

• Support cost/commercial management commissions and ensure successful delivery.
• Participate in appropriate meetings, contribute to the PEP, prepare cost reports, assist with procurement strategies and tender documentation, and administer post‑contract commercial management.
• Proactively engage with clients, contractors and stakeholders to deliver within agreed parameters and prevent disputes.
• Manage client‑side cost, risk and contract management.
• Deliver projects and commissions to client satisfaction in quality, cost and time.
• Develop strong relationships with clients and cross‑functional teams.
• Support business development opportunities with existing and new clients.
• Provide contract management services on NEC4 contracts via a contract management system.
• Advise clients on procurement strategies and review tender documentation.

• Infrastructure cost/commercial management experience (water industry experience desirable).
• Knowledge of NEC contracts, especially PSC and ECC.
• Experience working within integrated, multi‑organisation, collaborative teams.
• Good communication and organisational skills; strong relationship‑building skills.
• Ability to work independently under own initiative while collaborating with Senior Project Managers and Associates.
• Can‑do attitude and interpersonal traits: outgoing, polite, patient, diplomatic, personable, respectful, flexible.
• Excellent IT skills and ability to use digital tools.
• Excellent numeracy, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage internal and external relationships.
• Keenness to work as part of a team and develop career progression.
• Right‑first‑time approach.
• Supporter of social and CSR activities.

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a consulting or contractor environment.
• Relevant degree (quantity surveying or related subject) or equivalent industry experience for exceptional candidates.
• Knowledge and use of NEC contracts, especially PSC and ECC.
• Working toward membership of a related professional body (e.g., RICS).
• May be required to complete security screening checks.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.