4 of 4 Cost Management Jobs in Manchester

Quantity Surveyor to join a high-profile civil engineering team delivering projects within the United Utilities AMP 8 framework. The successful candidate will be responsible for the full commercial management of civils projects, ensuring cost control, contract compliance, and value optimisation throughout the project lifecycle. This role requires close collaboration with design, construction, and supply chain teams to … manage subcontractor procurement, contract administration, payment applications, and final account settlements. You will lead on risk and change management, provide accurate forecasting and reporting, and support the delivery of projects on time and within budget. The role demands strong commercial acumen, excellent stakeholder engagement, and the ability to mentor junior staff while maintaining compliance with NEC contracts and industry … standards. Skills: Extensive experience in civil engineering quantity surveying within utilities frameworks Strong knowledge of NEC3/NEC4 contracts and contract administration Commercial management including cost control, forecasting, and budget monitoring Subcontractor procurement, negotiation, and management Preparation and agreement of valuations, payment applications, and final accounts Risk and change management expertise Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder More ❯

and their business impact. Solution Design Oversight: Ensure that projects and solutions are aligned with the enterprise architecture. Provide input to solution and domain architects as required. Risk and Cost Management: Evaluate emerging technologies and propose cost-effective, scalable solutions. Identify architectural risks and mitigate them through design and governance. Key Priorities: Align enterprise architecture with strategic … simplification of IT assets. Qualifications and Skills: Functional Skills: Enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman) Business capability and operating model design Strategic planning and transformation leadership Governance and compliance management Vendor and contract evaluation Technical Skills: Architecture modelling tools (e.g., ArchiMate, Sparx EA, Bizzdesign) Cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) Integration technologies (e.g., APIs, microservices, ESBs) Data architecture and … management Cybersecurity principles and architectural implications Personal Attributes: Strategic Thinker: Able to connect technical decisions with business value. Influential Communicator: Clear, compelling communicator across business and technical audiences. Collaborative Leader: Works effectively across cross-functional teams and levels. Analytical: Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Resilient and Adaptable: Comfortable with ambiguity and change. Integrity: Committed to ethical principles More ❯

and their business impact. Solution Design Oversight: Ensure that projects and solutions are aligned with the enterprise architecture. Provide input to solution and domain architects as required. Risk and Cost Management: Evaluate emerging technologies and propose cost-effective, scalable solutions. Identify architectural risks and mitigate them through design and governance. Key Priorities: Align enterprise architecture with strategic … simplification of IT assets. Qualifications and Skills: Functional Skills: Enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman) Business capability and operating model design Strategic planning and transformation leadership Governance and compliance management Vendor and contract evaluation Technical Skills: Architecture modelling tools (e.g., ArchiMate, Sparx EA, Bizzdesign) Cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) Integration technologies (e.g., APIs, microservices, ESBs) Data architecture and … management Cybersecurity principles and architectural implications Personal Attributes: Strategic Thinker: Able to connect technical decisions with business value. Influential Communicator: Clear, compelling communicator across business and technical audiences. Collaborative Leader: Works effectively across cross-functional teams and levels. Analytical: Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Resilient and Adaptable: Comfortable with ambiguity and change. Integrity: Committed to ethical principles More ❯

agreements (SLAs) are met and continuously improved. Collaborate with internal teams to monitor service status, resolve issues, and deliver high-quality outcomes. Oversee financial performance, including forecasting, invoicing, and cost management, ensuring accuracy and transparency. Represent delivery in client discussions, ensuring contractual obligations and service expectations are met. Your skills and experience Experience in service delivery with a … focus on client satisfaction and cost efficiency. A collaborative mindset and strong communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients and internal teams. A good understanding of ITIL (V3/V4) processes and service management best practices. Awareness of cloud and end-user services, and how they contribute to operational success. A proactive, solutions-oriented approach More ❯