Cost Manager

We are seeking a talented Cost Manager to join our client’s dynamic team. A successful candidate will play a crucial role in post-contract cost management activities, including cash flow management, reporting, and team leadership. This role offers an opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients and projects on a global scale.

Key Responsibilities

Post-Contract Management

• Manage all aspects of post-contract cost management, including cost reporting, valuations, and final accounts.
• Monitor project cash flows and provide accurate financial forecasting to support project planning and decision‑making.
• Ensure compliance with contract terms and conditions related to cost management.
• Prepare and present detailed financial reports on a regular basis, highlighting project costs, variances, and forecasts.
• Collaborate with project teams and stakeholders to analyse financial data and provide insights for strategic decision‑making.

Team Management

• Lead and mentor a team of cost engineers or quantity surveyors, providing guidance and support to ensure project objectives are met.
• Foster a collaborative team environment focused on continuous improvement and professional development.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients on cost management issues, building strong relationships based on trust and transparency.
• Address client queries and concerns promptly, ensuring effective communication and resolution of issues.

Requirements

• Language Skills: Fluent in German and English, with exceptional verbal and written communication abilities.
• Professional Background: Background in consultancy, with experience in quantity surveying or cost engineering.
• Experience in managing costs for large‑scale projects, preferably in the construction or infrastructure sectors.

Expertise

• Strong knowledge of post‑contract cost management processes, including cost reporting and financial forecasting.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high‑quality results under tight deadlines.

Leadership Skills

• Proven ability to lead and motivate teams, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with clients and stakeholders at all levels.

Accelerate your career as a Cost Manager with a prestigious global consultancy, where you will spearhead post‑contract cost management on a global scale, leveraging your German fluency and extensive consultancy background in quantity surveying or cost engineering.

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