Associate Cost Manage

The Associate Cost Manager will lead the cost management team including all necessary assistance and commercial support to the BPC Project Management team ensuring compliance with contractual requirements. To liaise with customer representatives and other third parties on commercial issues including agreement of variations, claims and any additional payments. Will be responsible for the review and preparation of interim payments, project variations and other financial matters.Savills is a globally recognised real estate brand and offers the opportunity for growth and development. We are looking for a motivated and professional individual with an interest in benefiting from the support and experience the brand can offer.Key ResponsibilitiesLead in the preparation of variation ordersEnsure completeness and validity of all contractual requirementsPrepare monthly cost reportReview and approve payments to ContractorsCheck and record measurements of completed workMonitor contracts final cost estimatesMaintain expenditure recordsReview, negotiate and prepare claim settlementsPrepare Final Account with all supporting documentationPreparing tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities with the architect and/or the clientUndertaking cost analysisAssisting in establishing a client's requirements and undertaking feasibility studiesPerforming value engineering and cost controlAdvising on procurement strategyIdentifying, analysing, and developing responses to commercial risksPreparing and analysing costings for tendersProviding advice on contractual claimsValuing completed work and arranging paymentsEnsure robust, accurate and timely cost and value reporting at both project and business unit levelEnsure accurate cash flow reporting takes placeCarry out cost management including forecastingActively seek to improve processes and proceduresEnsure that good client relationships are maintainedEnsure effective interaction between the cost management team and the project management teamSkills, Knowledge And ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Civil/Construction Engineering, or related field with 12+ years demonstrable experience in reputable cost management entities.Experience in preparing bills of quantities and cost estimates in NRM (other formats are a plus)Experience in commercial managementAbility to demonstrate a good knowledge of monthly reporting and earned value analysisMust have a sound knowledge of contractual relationshipsComputer literate and able to maintain records, generate reports and use any project specific engineering and construction relevant softwareMust be fluent in English both written and spoken with an excellent capability in written technical skills as well as oral and written communication skillsExcellent team player whilst also able to work independently on own initiativeExcellent time management skills, with ability to work to tight deadlinesProactive and willing to learnAttention to detailMRICS is a mustOver 42,000 people work for us in more than 700 offices all over the world. This breadth of global coverage, combined with specialist services and market insight, means we'll always have an expert who is local to you.