Senior MEP Cost Consultant - Data Centres (Site Based Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom

Position: Senior MEP Cost Consultant - Data Centres (Site Based Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom[...]
## Senior MEP Cost Consultant - Data Centres (Site Based)
Newcastle, Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom Find out how well you match with this jobJob ID43043

Date Posted Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

We are more than 34,000 people, in over 30 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.
** About the Role
** We are looking for a
** Senior Cost Consultant
** to join our
** Cost & Commercial Management
** team, supporting the commercial delivery of a major
** hyperscale data centre programme**.This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the
** post-contract commercial management
** of large-scale capital works, supporting delivery across major building and campus infrastructure packages. The role will focus on commercial activities including
** GMP development, contract administration, change control, valuations, forecasting and final accounts**.You will work as part of an integrated site-based commercial team and collaborate closely with contractors, consultants, client representatives and internal project disciplines.
** What You’ll Be Doing*
* ** Commercial Management
*** Support the
** Commercial Director
** in the commercial management of major capital work packages from procurement through to final account
* Support, and where agreed lead, the development, negotiation and conversion of
** GMP packages
** into agreed contract sums
* Support the commercial management of key packages including
** MEP, enabling works, civils, piling, structures, steel, architectural and CSA
*** Contribute to the agreement and closure of
** final accounts
** with contractors and supply chain partners
** Contract Administration and Controls
*** Support the administration of contracts, including
** FIDIC-based contract processes
** and commercial governance
* Prepare and review
** valuations, payment recommendations and change control
*** Input into
** cost reports, forecasts, CVRs and executive dashboards
*** Review tender analysis and recommendation reports prepared by the main contractor
* Work within established financial systems and budgets to monitor cost performance and manage variances
** Risk and Reporting
*** Support the management of
** commercial risks, opportunities and contingency
*** Analyse commercial data and project documentation to identify trends, issues and opportunities
* Provide clear recommendations to support effective decision-making
* Escalate key risks or issues to senior stakeholders where required
** Collaboration and Client Focus
*** Work collaboratively with project teams including
** design, PMO, construction, procurement and commissioning
*** Build strong working relationships with contractors, consultants, client stakeholders and the wider Arcadis team
* Contribute to a high-performing team culture focused on delivery, collaboration and continuous improvement
* Share knowledge and support service innovation and best practice in cost and commercial management
** Team Contribution
*** Support and guide more junior team members on technical and programme-related matters
* Contribute positively to team development through coaching, mentoring and knowledge sharing
** What We’re Looking For
**** Essential Experience
*** Experience in
** cost and commercial management
** on complex construction or infrastructure projects
* Strong
** post-contract
** experience, including change control, valuations, forecasting and final accounts
* Experience supporting commercial delivery across major work packages, ideally within
** large, technically complex projects
*** Ability to work effectively with contractors, consultants and client stakeholders
* Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and provide commercial insight
* Experience supporting or mentoring junior colleagues
** Desirable Experience
*** Experience working on
** data centre, industrial, mission-critical, pharmaceutical, manufacturing or similarly complex projects
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