Senior Cost Manager

Mace•Denver, CO

2d•Hybrid

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. Within our business we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential in every project. Our values shape the way we consult, and define the people we want to join us on our journey: Safety first - Going home safe and well, Client focus – Deliver on our promise, Integrity – Always do the right thing, Create opportunity – For our people to excel.

Requirements

6–10 years of relevant cost management, quantity surveying or commercial management experience.
Proven experience in procurement activities, including prequalification, tender evaluation, contract selection and contract preparation.
Strong knowledge of contract administration, contract management and construction contractual frameworks.
Sound understanding of valuations, cost control, cost reporting and final account negotiations.
Experience assessing variations, design changes, claims for delay and additional cost submissions.
Good understanding of value management, value engineering and life cycle costing principles.
Proven ability to prepare and present cost reports and commercial recommendations to clients and stakeholders.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to resolve commercial, procurement and cost-related issues.
Experience managing and developing Cost Consultants, including coaching, mentoring and performance support.
Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal teams, clients, contractors and suppliers.
Proven experience implementing process improvements and supporting business transformation initiatives.
Digitally competent with knowledge of industry systems, tools and reporting platforms.
A degree in Cost Management or a related discipline (or equivalent)

Responsibilities

Accountable for feasibility studies, advising on procurement strategies and contract selection, writing and undertaking procurement reports.
Utilises expertise and applies the value management techniques at the outset of a project.
Manages, estimating and cost planning activities to include taking ownership of and presenting the final cost plan.
Contributes to the procurement process, ensuring that all stages including prequalification, enquiry, analysis, selection and contract preparation are performed effectively.
Supervises the preparation of the contract documents, warranties, bonds and licenses and assist formal execution by the appropriate parties.
Advises on administration of the terms of the building contract.
Accountable for the measurement of valuations of the work carried out and ensuring that cost checking and valuation work is managed effectively.
Ensures adequate cost control and reporting services during the contract and the production of monthly post-contract cost reports and presenting them to the client.
Identifies all costs associated with design changes, contract awards, construction activities and client charges.
Oversees and engages in the evaluation of claims for delay and additional costs made by the contractor and any nominated subcontractors/suppliers.
Provides comprehensive advice on the issuing of certificate of making good defects and final completion in accordance with any requirements relating to completion, submissions and approvals.
Advises on the issue of certificates of practical completion and ensure that final accounts are negotiated and agreed.
Manages team of Cost Consultants, providing guidance, direction and coaching and performance management.
Delivers improvements in systems and processes, driving transformational change.
Provides mentoring/training to members of the team.
Shares technical/functional/domain expertise to upskill capabilities.
Develops & maintains a series of both internal and external relationships.
Manages & influences Key/Senior stakeholders.
Identifies and implements continuous improvement plans/identifies key business improvements.
Works 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.