Assistant Cost Consultant

About the Role

We assist and support teams in providing cost management services from inception to completion across a range of sectors. • Assist with feasibility studies, procurement strategies, contract selection and production of procurement reports • Aid the application of value‑management techniques at project outset • Provide estimating and cost‑planning support for the final cost plan • Involve in the procurement process, ensuring effective pre‑qualification, enquiry, analysis, selection and contract preparation • Support preparation of contract documents, warranties, bonds, licenses, valuations and adjust variations per contract terms • Work with the Cost Consultant to deliver cost‑control and reporting services during the contract • Analyze and support preparation of financial reports for the client as required • Identify all costs associated with design changes, contract awards, construction activities and client charges • Assist with issuance of certificates of practical completion and agreement of final accounts • Support the Cost Consultant with certificates of making good defects and final completion requirements • Provide assistance and support to the Cost Consultant and team in delivering cost‑management services • Develop working relationships with internal stakeholders • Collaborate with team members on operational delivery of regional strategy • Provide guidance and coaching to junior roles • Work collaboratively toward net‑zero carbon transition, identifying and managing associated emissions and reductions

Key Responsibilities

• ▸procurement
• ▸cost estimating
• ▸cost control
• ▸financial reporting
• ▸contract docs
• ▸carbon management

What You Bring

Within our consulting business, we harness a unique combination of leading‑edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential in every project. • Hold a degree in quantity surveying or cost management (or be working towards one) • Demonstrate negotiation skills • Exhibit strong analytical abilities • Be digitally competent

Requirements

• ▸quantity surveying
• ▸cost management
• ▸negotiation
• ▸analytical
• ▸digital

Benefits

If you like the idea of working on multi‑billion‑dollar programmes at the forefront of global technology for some of the largest data centre developers and end‑user clients, the U.S. offers unparalleled opportunity. The estimated salary for this position is $80,000‑$100,000 USD, with starting pay varying based on experience, skills and qualifications. Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds, offering part‑time, flexible and hybrid working options where suitable. Please remember the Employee Referral Scheme and use the ‘Refer a friend’ feature if you know talented people. • Safety First – Going home safe and well

Work Environment

Onsite