Senior Manager Cost Consultant

Mace•New York, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Mace, the role supports the company’s purpose of redefining the boundaries of ambition by delivering responsible places and transformative impact. Within the consult business, the position applies practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential of projects. The Senior Manager Cost Consultant leads cost consultancy and cost management services across construction projects. The role oversees feasibility, procurement, estimating, cost planning, contract administration, valuations, cost control, reporting, claims, completion and final accounts. It also manages and develops Cost Consultants, builds internal and external relationships, influences senior stakeholders, and drives improvements in systems, processes and service delivery. The role shares responsibility for identifying and managing carbon emissions and reductions in support of the net zero carbon transition. Mace welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds and is open to discussing part-time, flexible and hybrid working options where suitable for the role.

Requirements

Proven experience in cost consultancy and cost management, including cost planning, budgeting and estimating on complex construction projects.
A relevant degree in Quantity Surveying, Cost Management or a related discipline, or an equivalent professional qualification.
Professional membership such as MRICS/RICS or equivalent.
Strong knowledge of construction costs, programme timescales and associated commercial and delivery risks.
Detailed understanding of construction contract forms, methods of measurement and contractual frameworks.
Sound knowledge of contract administration and contract management, with the ability to provide commercial and contractual advice.
Strong knowledge of value engineering, life cycle costing and contract law in the construction environment.
Strong commercial, analytical and problem-solving skills, particularly in cost management, procurement and contract administration.
Excellent negotiation, influencing and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients and senior stakeholders.
Ability to manage stakeholder relationships and develop effective working relationships with internal and external parties.
Commitment to client service excellence, understanding requirements and delivering high-quality cost consultancy services.
Good knowledge of BIM techniques and digital tools and applications relevant to cost and project management.
Strong knowledge and experience in the relevant construction, infrastructure or property sector.
Ability to identify and implement improved working practices, processes and service improvements.

Nice To Haves

Relevant technical qualifications or certifications applicable to the project or sector.

Responsibilities

Accountable for feasibility studies; advise on procurement strategies and contract selection; write and undertake procurement reports.
Apply value management techniques at the outset of projects.
Manage estimating and cost planning activities, taking ownership of and presenting the final cost plan.
Contribute to procurement, ensuring prequalification, enquiry, analysis, selection and contract preparation are performed effectively.
Supervise preparation of contract documents, warranties, bonds and licenses, and assist with formal execution by the appropriate parties.
Advise on administration of building contract terms.
Oversee measurement and valuation of work carried out, and ensure cost checking and valuation work is managed effectively.
Ensure adequate cost control and reporting during the contract, including producing and presenting monthly post-contract cost reports to the client.
Identify costs associated with design changes, contract awards, construction activities and client charges.
Oversee and engage in evaluating contractor and nominated subcontractor or supplier claims for delay and additional costs.
Provide advice on issuing certificates of making good defects and final completion in accordance with completion, submission and approval requirements.
Advise on issuing certificates of practical completion and ensure final accounts are negotiated and agreed.
Manage a team of Cost Consultants, providing guidance, direction, coaching and performance management.
Deliver improvements in systems and processes and drive transformational change.
Mentor and train team members and share technical, functional and domain expertise to develop capabilities.
Develop and maintain internal and external relationships and manage and influence key and senior stakeholders.
Identify and implement continuous improvement plans and key business improvements.
Collaborate toward the net zero carbon transition and proactively identify and manage associated carbon emissions and reductions during work delivery.