Project Cost Manager - Oxford

Arcadis

Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
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On-site
Chartered qs status or working towards mrics
Experience with laboratory or research facilities
Cost planning and forecasting expertise
Arcadis is seeking a Project Cost Manager for its expanding Life Sciences & Research Cost Management team in Oxford. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in quantity surveying, particularly in laboratory and research environments, to manage the commercial aspects of complex projects

Job Summary

  • This role involves leading commercial management for complex laboratory, research, and specialist science environments within the Life Sciences & Research Cost Management team.
  • The successful candidate will oversee the entire project lifecycle from initial cost planning and procurement through to final account closure while ensuring stringent cost control.
  • Arcadis offers a skills-based approach where employees can harness unique expertise to deliver sustainable solutions for natural and built assets.

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Arcadis is seeking a Project Cost Manager for its expanding Life Sciences & Research Cost Management team in Oxford. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in quantity surveying, particularly in laboratory and research environments, to manage the commercial aspects of complex projects.

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Chartered QS status or working towards MRICS
  • Experience with laboratory or research facilities
  • Cost planning and forecasting expertise
  • Tender process and contractor evaluation
  • Variation and change control management

Nice-to-have

  • Mentoring junior QS team members
  • Familiarity with CostX and 5D BIM tools
  • Willingness to travel across UK locations
  • Value engineering opportunities identification

Key Requirements

  • Chartered status (MRICS preferred) or professional qualification in progress
  • Demonstrable QS experience on highly serviced MEP-intensive facilities
  • Strong background in contract administration and procurement

Work Rights

Not specified

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