Cost Management Opportunities | US Wide & Relocation Support

Mace•New York, NY

10h•Onsite

About The Position

At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating places that are responsible, bringing transformative impact to our people, communities and societies across the globe. To learn more about our purpose, culture and priorities, visit our strategy site. Within our business we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential in every project. The Project: Mace is seeking full-time cost consultants to work on projects across the US in 2026, covering projects across our sectors including Cities and Places, Technology and Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Mobility. We are open to both local and candidates who are open to relocation and have a generous relocation package. Our values shape the way we consult, and define the people we want to join us on our journey:

Requirements

Degree in quantity surveying/cost management (or equivalent).
Professional membership or working towards i.e. MRICS/RICS (or equivalent), or equivalent demonstrable professional or personal development.
Commercial and financial acumen.
Knowledge of value engineering, life cycle costing, contract law and contractual frameworks relating to construction.
Experience of managing parts of projects within large, diverse teams.
Experience of developing relationships with key senior stakeholders.
Knowledge of how carbon and sustainability considerations will shape the outlook of the projects you are working on.

Responsibilities

Be an advocate of Mace's value of safety first, and be accountable for leading and maintaining exceptional safety, quality, cost, programme, sustainability and project compliance standards.
Possess technical expertise in local health and safety rules and regulations relevant to project portfolio.
Champion a diverse and inclusive working environment and understand the importance of the wellbeing of the people you manage.
Support cost planning including ownership of and presenting cost plans to clients and internal stakeholders.
Support the procurement process, ensuring stages including prequalification, enquiry, analysis, selection and contract preparation are performed effectively.
Support the delivery of cost management services to deliver key strategic outcomes and KPIs, directly influencing strategic development of plans.
Support management operations that are fiscally and ethically viable, influencing the achievement of business objectives that align with business and legislative compliance obligations.
Work collaboratively towards the common goal of net zero carbon transition and share responsibility for the proactive identification and management of the associated carbon emissions and reductions during the delivery of work.
Commit to making a positive impact for our people, our clients, and our planet, and take ownership for holding others to account who do not uphold the Mace values.
Manage teams, demonstrating effective leadership to ensure excellence in delivery against plans, championing a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities.
Actively network, innovate, and seek understanding of best practice, utilising the full depth of knowledge of Mace group, the centres of excellence, Mace way control centre and knowledge hub.
Guide Assistant Cost Consultants and other junior team members to identify and execute opportunities that improve cost management procedures, templates and products to enhance services provided to stakeholders.