Job Description

Senior Cost Consultant - Education
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 .
Within our Consult business we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential in every project.
The project:
An exciting opportunity to join the cost & commercial management team working with a small selection of our key strategic education sector clients. The role will involve advising across a full range of cost planning, project budgeting, forecasting and strategic procurement services.
Provides cost management services from inception to completion for ongoing and new commissions in various different sectors. Responsible for (area/discipline/specialism),using advanced technical capabilities/discipline expertise.
Our values shape the way we consult, and define the people we want to join us on our journey:
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:
You will 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.
You will possess technical expertise in local Health and Safety rules and regulations relevant to project portfolio.
You will champion a diverse and inclusive working environment, and understand the importance of the wellbeing of the people you manage.
Client focus - Deliver on our promise:
You will manage cost planning including ownership of and presenting cost plans to clients and internal stakeholders.
You will manage the procurement process, ensuring stages including prequalification, enquiry, analysis, selection and contract preparation are performed effectively.
You will support the delivery of cost management services to deliver key strategic outcomes and KPIs, directly influencing strategic development of plans.
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 advise 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.
Integrity - Always do the right thing:
You will manage operations that are fiscally and ethically viable, influencing the achievement of business objectives that align with business and legislative compliance obligations.
You will 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.
You will 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.
Create opportunity for our people to excel:
You will manage teams, demonstrating effective leadership to ensure excellence in delivery against plans, championing a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities.
You will 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.
You will manage other Cost Consultants to identify and execute opportunities that improve cost management procedures, templates and products to enhance services provided to stakeholders.
You'll need to have:
Demonstrable experience of delivering service excellence to clients.
Proven experience cost planning, budgeting and estimating experience.
Good negotiating, influencing and communication skills to command professional respect at all levels is essential.
Sound understanding of costs and timescales of work undertaken and implications of risk of failure to deliver.
Proven experience of different types of contract including the method of measurement.
Knowledge of BIM techniques and applications.
Negotiation skills.
Analytical skills.
Digitally Competent.
A degree in quantity surveying/cost management (or equivalent).Professional membership i.e. MRICS/RICS (or equivalent).Detailed knowledge of most forms of contract.
Sound knowledge of value engineering, life cycle costing, contract law and contractual frameworks relating to construction.
Proficient knowledge and expertise in specific sector/market of project/role.
Relevant technical qualification/certification for project portfolio/s.
Knowledge of contractual frameworks relating to construction.
Sound knowledge and ability to undertake and advise on contract administration and contract management.
Ability to be effective communicator with all stakeholders.
Ability to seek opportunities for implementing improved working practices.
Manages relevant stakeholders for project/s.
Develops effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Good interpersonal skills to prepare reports, negotiate and build relationships with key stakeholders.
Problem solving and analytical skills for resolving cost and contract administration and procurement issues within consult.
Sharing key information and learning generated with colleagues.
Identifying and generating business development opportunities with existing clients.
Identifying and participating in new initiatives that add value that lead to service improvement e.g. BIM.
Champions and operates within an inclusivity environment.
Understands personal strengths and weaknesses, seeks learning and support where appropriate.
Comprehensive understanding of present-day issues such as sustainability, social value and carbon reduction.
Expert knowledge of industry best practice.
Strong knowledge of value engineering and life cycle costing.
You'll also have:
Capex V Opex Cost analysis/advice.
Previous experience of managing people and risk management.
Degree in quantity surveying/cost management (or equivalent).
Professional membership i.e. MRICS/RICS (or equivalent) and moving towards fellowship, 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 managing relationships with key senior stakeholders.
Knowledge of how carbon and sustainability considerations will shape the outlook of the projects you are working on.
Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfill all of the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organization.

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