Senior Cost Manager: NYC & Fast-Track

Senior Quantity Surveyor / Senior Cost Manager

Relocate to New York, USA | Commercial Fit-Out Projects | FTSE 500 Clients

Salary: $135,000-$150,000 + Bonus

We are representing a rapidly expanding Cost Consultancy headquartered in New York, with offices across the US and an impressive portfolio of blue-chip corporate clients. Since inception, the business has experienced exceptional growth and has built a reputation for delivering high-profile commercial projects for some of the world’s most recognisable FTSE 500 organisations.

This is an opportunity to join a high-performing and entrepreneurial consultancy at an exciting stage of growth. The leadership team are highly hands-on, ambitious, and committed to building one of the leading Cost Management consultancies in North America.

Our client is now looking to appoint a Senior Quantity Surveyor / Senior Cost Manager to join their New York office, supporting the delivery of premium commercial fit-out and workplace projects across Manhattan and wider NYC.

This is far more than a standard Quantity Surveying role, the business offers genuine progression opportunities, exposure to elite clients, and the chance to grow quickly within a fast-moving organisation.

The Role

You will be responsible for delivering full pre and post-contract cost management services across high-end commercial interiors and workplace fit-out projects.

Responsibilities will include:

• Preparing cost plans, estimates, tender documentation, and contract administration
• Managing day-to-day commercial oversight of multiple projects
• Producing and presenting cost reports to clients and stakeholders
• Managing variations, change control, and contractor negotiations
• Supporting procurement and tender processes
• Conducting monthly valuations and assisting with final accounts
• Working closely with Project Managers and wider delivery teams throughout construction phases
• Building strong client relationships with leading corporate occupiers and developers

Requirements

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying
• Strong pre and post-contract Quantity Surveying experience
• Experience delivering commercial fit-out / workplace / interiors projects
• Excellent client-facing and communication skills
• Ambitious, driven, and keen to progress within a growing consultancy environment
• Strong commercial acumen and organisational skills

Visa / Passport Requirements

Due to US visa restrictions, applicants must hold one of the following:

• British Passport
• Australian Passport
• US Passport

(E2/E3 visa sponsorship available for eligible British and Australian nationals.)

What’s on Offer

• Relocation opportunity to New York City
• Competitive salary + bonus package + financial relocation support
• Fast-track progression opportunities
• Exposure to landmark corporate fit-out projects
• Collaborative and high-performing company culture
• Opportunity to work with globally recognised FTSE 500 clients