Construction Cost Manager

Location: North London, N13

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000

Working Hours: Monday Friday (8:30 5:00)

Job Code: JD1928

Construction Cost Manager

Our client, a leading construction company based in North London, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Construction Cost Manager to join their dynamic team.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in procurement or buying within the construction industry, coupled with a strong understanding of construction costs and budgeting.

This role requires a highly organised individual with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, who can effectively manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain procurement schedules aligned with construction programs.
• Conduct accurate measurements and understand architectural and structural drawings to determine material requirements.
• Create and issue purchase orders for materials and sub-contractors daily.
• Negotiate competitive rates, sales terms, and tender enquiries with suppliers.
• Prepare and issue tender packages that align with project budgets.
• Conduct cost comparisons, negotiate favourable terms, and select preferred sub-contractors.
• Design and redesign procurement packages to suit different types of developments.
• Identify and assess the impact of changes on project costs and timelines.
• Raise queries for discrepancies or unsuccessful deliveries.
• Liaise with the construction team, site agents, and site managers to ensure smooth procurement processes.

The successful candidate will have:

• Proven experience in procurement or supply chain management within the construction industry.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Proficiency in using procurement software and tools.
• Ability to understand architectural and structural drawings
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal

Benefits:

• 28 days Holiday (Inc. Bank Holidays)
• Company Pension
• No weekends
• Monday - Friday

Despite our best efforts it is not always possible to respond to every application individually due to the high volume of responses we receive on each vacancy. Only candidates who are short listed will be contacted for this particular role and if you have not heard from us within 7 days please assume that you have not been successful. However, we will keep your details on our database, and will contact you when other suitable positions become available.