Commercial Cost Manager - Retrofit

We are recruiting for a Commercial Cost Manager with a Public Sector client, who will play a crucial role in ensuring that our contracts and scheduled rates with suppliers deliver exceptional value for money. There is a focus on maintaining high-quality services while adhering to the PAS2035 standards. If you are a cost-driven professional with a background in housing or construction consultancy, we want to hear from you.

This is an extremely rare opportunity to make your mark in a brand new, in-house Retrofit team within Social Housing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage contracts and scheduled rates with suppliers to optimize value for money.
• Ensure designs align with PAS2035 standards.
• Conduct cost-driven assessments, focusing on the efficient use of resources.
• Review contractor claims to verify accuracy and compliance with contractual obligations.
• Address issues related to building structures, roofing problems, and overall project quality.
• Undertake site visits to ensure project alignment with contractual terms.
• Act as a quantity auditor, emphasizing precision in contractor claims and additions.
• Collaborate with contractors to address any discrepancies or concerns.

Requirements:

• Background in housing and construction consultancy.
• Experience in a similar role, emphasizing quantity auditing over quantifying.
• Knowledge of PAS2035 standards and their application.
• Strong understanding of building structures and construction challenges.
• Proven ability to assess contractor claims for accuracy and adherence to contract terms.
• Willingness to conduct on-site visits, potentially spending full days with contractors.

Working Pattern:

• 2 days in the office, with flexibility for a hybrid working model.
• Regular site visits, potentially spending full days on-site with contractors.

How to Apply: If you are looking for a change and possess the skills to excel in a role focused on ensuring cost-effectiveness and adherence to standards, we invite you to submit your CV for consideration. Please send your CV