Cost Manager​/Estimator

Position: Cost Manager / Estimator
Freelance and Fixed Term Contract available

Deliver Cost Certainty on Complex Pharmaceutical Projects

We are seeking an experienced  Cost Manager / Estimator  to join a growing programme team supporting the delivery of major pharmaceutical and life sciences projects in Italy.

This role offers the opportunity to become a key contributor to project success by providing accurate cost management, forecasting and commercial insight across complex capital investments. You will work closely with project teams, contractors and stakeholders to ensure robust cost control throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities
Develop and maintain cost control systems, budgets and cost breakdown structures
Monitor commitments, actual costs, accruals and expenditure
Produce cost forecasts and cash flow projections
Conduct variance analysis and identify commercial trends
Review contractor applications, change requests and cost reports
Support estimate development and cost-at-completion assessments
Prepare monthly project controls and cost performance reports
Provide commercial advice and reporting to project stakeholders

About You
Highly experience in Cost Management, Estimating or Cost Control
Experience delivering pharmaceutical, biotech, life sciences or regulated industrial projects
Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting and project cost management
Experience evaluating contractor change events and cost submissions
Advanced Excel and cost management software skills
Strong analytical and communication skills
Fluent Italian and English

What You'll Receive
Opportunity to work on industry-leading pharmaceutical projects
Exposure to complex and high-value capital programmes
Supportive and collaborative working environment
Hybrid working options
Freelance or Fixed Term Contract

Join a team where your expertise will directly influence project performance and investment outcomes.