Senior Cost Consultant (Corporate Real Estate)

About Mace

Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition.

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity to join the Cost Management team working in the private commercial sector delivering projects for global corporate real estate clients. The role will involve advising these clients across the full range of cost management services from feasibility budget advice, through design development cost planning, procurement and tendering and post contract delivery.

At Mace, we are looking for enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about cost management and always aim to provide the highest standard of delivery for their clients.

Responsibilities

• Managing feasibility studies, procurement strategy and contract selection
• Overseeing cost planning, estimating and final cost plans
• Managing procurement stages, contract documents and commercial administration
• Ensuring accurate valuations, cost control and monthly reporting
• Assessing design change impacts and contractor claims
• Guiding completion, defects and final accounts
• Managing and developing cost consultancy teams
• Driving continuous improvement and support net zero goals

Requirements

• Strong experience in cost planning, budgeting and contract administration
• Degree qualified with professional accreditation (e.g., MRICS) and sector expertise
• Skilled negotiator with advanced analytical, digital and communication capability
• Deep knowledge of contracts, risk, sustainability and industry best practice

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

About Us

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 within the role.