Cost Consultant (Utilities)

Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey.

The project: We are currently recruiting for a talented, motivated and ambitious Cost Consultant to join our expanding utilities, water, energy and nuclear commercial consultancy team.

Responsible for providing end‑to‑end cost consultancy services, including cost planning, budgeting, forecasting and procurement. Supports projects through pre‑ and post‑award stages, ensuring contract compliance, effective administration and value delivery across the supply chain.

Provision of a "cradle to grave" commercial function for all work packages making up the commission.

Please Note: This role will require a presence in our client offices based in Cambridgeshire 2-3 days per week.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Conducting feasibility studies, advising on procurement strategies and contract selection, writing and undertaking procurement reports. Applying the value management techniques at the outset of a project.
• Managing, estimating and cost planning activities to include taking ownership of and presenting the final cost plan.
• Ensuring that final accounts are negotiated and agreed.
• Being a key interface with client, stakeholders and other consultants at all project stages.
• Handling of contractual frameworks and standard form of contract.
• Identifying and acting upon opportunities to improve cost management procedures, templates, products and hence improve the services provided to the clients.
• Identifying and acting upon ways to improve internal systems and processes.

You’ll need to have:

• Previous experience in a cost consultancy practice in a similar role.
• Previous experience working in Infrastructure sectors (Ideally Utilities/Water sectors but not essential).
• NEC form of contract experience essential.
• Cost planning, budgeting and estimating experience.
• Some knowledge of contract law and contractual frameworks relating to construction.
• Degree in Quantity Surveying is preferred (or other commercially related discipline).
• NEC PM Accreditation (Desired).

Our values

Safety first - Going home safe and well: We champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in every team.

Client focus - Deliver on our promise: We own the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and build long term relationships with our clients.

Integrity - Always do the right thing: We influence positive outcomes within our industry, while always aligning with our compliance obligations.

Create opportunity - For our people to excel: We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.

We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable with-in the role.

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