Job Description

Job Title

Associate Cost Consultant

Summary

The Senior Project Manager provides project management experience to designated projects and assignments for a particular client account, property portfolio, or large facility/complex through interaction with the client, property or facility management team, and project management staff

Associate Cost Consultant

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Location: Birmingham

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Position Summary

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The Associate Cost Consultant provides professional cost management and commercial support across a diverse portfolio of projects within the Birmingham and wider Midlands market. Working as part of Cushman & Wakefield's Project & Development Services team, the role supports clients by delivering robust cost advice, financial governance, and value-driven solutions across the full project lifecycle.

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The role requires strong technical capability, client-facing confidence, and the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently--particularly across refurbishment, fit-out, and capital expenditure programmes.

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Key Responsibilities

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Cost Management & Commercial Delivery

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Prepare and manage cost plans, budgets, cash flows, and financial forecasts from feasibility through to final account.

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Monitor project costs, identify variances, and advise on cost risks, mitigation strategies, and value engineering opportunities.

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Review and assess contractor valuations, change control, and final accounts, ensuring cost certainty and transparency for clients.

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Project & Team Collaboration

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Work closely with Project Managers, Building Surveyors, and client teams to align cost, programme, and scope.

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Support the procurement and appointment of consultants and contractors, including fee and commercial input.

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Assist in preparing project documentation, cost reports, and financial summaries at key project stages.

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Client & Stakeholder Engagement

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Act as a trusted cost adviser to clients, owners, and internal stakeholders.

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Provide clear, timely reporting to clients and building/facility management teams on financial performance.

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Build and maintain strong client relationships to support repeat work and long-term partnerships.

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Governance, Risk & Compliance

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Ensure compliance with Cushman & Wakefield policies, client procedures, and statutory requirements.

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Identify and escalate commercial risks, issues, and deviations with clear recommendations.

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Maintain high standards of quality, accuracy, and professional integrity in all outputs.

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People & Professional Development

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Support and mentor graduate and junior team members as required.

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Actively contribute to a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and professional excellence.

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Progress toward chartership (RICS or equivalent), if not already achieved.

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Key Competencies

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Commercial Awareness & Cost Expertise

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Client Focus & Professional Communication

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Stakeholder & Relationship Management

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Organisation, Prioritisation & Time Management

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Technical Accuracy & Attention to Detail

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Consultancy & Problem Solving

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Education & Qualifications

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Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Architecture, or a related discipline (required).

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Progress toward or achievement of

RICS chartership

(preferred).

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Experience

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Typically

3-6 years' experience

in a cost consultancy or construction project environment.

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Proven experience delivering cost management services across multiple projects.

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Experience with

fit-out, refurbishment, and capital works projects

(preferred).

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Experience working in a client-facing consultancy role.

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Why Join Cushman & Wakefield - Birmingham

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Exposure to high-profile projects across Birmingham and the Midlands.

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Clear progression pathway to

Senior and Associate Director

levels.

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Collaborative, professional environment within a global consultancy.

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INCO: "Cushman & Wakefield"