Head of Cost Management
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Job Location:
Nottingham - UK
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
3 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Contract: Full-Time Permanent
Location: Nottingham Support Office
Closing date: 10/04/26
Recruitment Partner: Daniel White
We are seeking an experienced Cost Manager to lead commercial activities across a portfolio of projects and to build and manage a small team of internal quantity surveyors as a Head of Cost Management.
This role combines handson commercial expertise with leadership responsibility ensuring projects are delivered profitably compliantly and in line with contractual obligations.
The ideal candidate will be professionally trained (RICS) have proven track record in retail commercial cost management be commercially astute confident in client-facing environments and passionate about developing others.
What youll be doing
In this pivotal role you will report directly to insert reporting line and manage a team of insert direct reports. You will be responsible for developing and implementing cost management strategies that align with our business objectives ensuring we maximise value while maintaining quality.
Key responsibilities
Commercial Management
What youll need to have (our must-haves)
It would be great if you also have
Where your brilliance can take you
At Boots we believe in nurturing talent and providing opportunities for growth. As the Head of Cost Management you will have the chance to shape your career path and explore various avenues within our organisation.
Rewards designed for you
A bit about us
At Boots were proud to be an equal opportunity employer creating a place where everyone feels welcome supported and free to be themselves. We believe that when our people feel valued and included they thrive so were committed to creating a brilliant Boots for our people so they can make a difference for our customers and colleagues every time.
Whats next
If you apply our team will be in touch to let you know the outcome of your application or to arrange next steps. Where a role is advertised as full-time we are open to discussing part-time and job share options. If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you be at your best.
We hope to hear from you soon. Be brilliant with Boots.
Keywords
Head of Cost Management
Location: Nottingham Support Office
Closing date: 10/04/26
Recruitment Partner: Daniel White
We are seeking an experienced Cost Manager to lead commercial activities across a portfolio of projects and to build and manage a small team of internal quantity surveyors as a Head of Cost Management.
This role combines handson commercial expertise with leadership responsibility ensuring projects are delivered profitably compliantly and in line with contractual obligations.
The ideal candidate will be professionally trained (RICS) have proven track record in retail commercial cost management be commercially astute confident in client-facing environments and passionate about developing others.
What youll be doing
In this pivotal role you will report directly to insert reporting line and manage a team of insert direct reports. You will be responsible for developing and implementing cost management strategies that align with our business objectives ensuring we maximise value while maintaining quality.
Key responsibilities
Commercial Management
- Take ownership of the overall annual cost management of the capital budget inclusive of major capital investment across both projects and facilities management.
- Support with building annual capital budgets and represent at a key stakeholder level.
- Lead the end to end commercial lifecycle across multiple projects from tender stage to final account.
- Prepare review and negotiate contracts subcontracts bills of quantities and procurement documentation in line with the business contractual framework agreement / and or before one off tenders.
- Own and maintain the contractual framework agreement ensuring compliance in regard to total project delivery.
- Oversee cost planning cost reporting value engineering cashflow forecasting and risk management.
- Ensure accurate and timely submission of valuations variations compensation events and claims.
- Manage change control processes and advise project teams on commercial implications.
- Conduct detailed analysis of project performance identifying commercial risks and opportunities.
- Maintain strong relationships with clients subcontractors and internal stakeholders.
- Lead financial appraisals of capital projects. Including support with business cases in regard to IRR and NPV calculations.
- Manage the asset under construction journal and ensure costs are correctly capitalised upon completion
- Line manage a team of Quantity Surveyors and Assistant QSs providing coaching mentoring and professional development.
- Allocate workload effectively and oversee performance ensuring quality and consistency of commercial outputs.
- Support the recruitment onboarding and continued training of commercial team members.
- Promote best practices in commercial governance reporting and compliance.
- Foster a collaborative high-performing team culture aligned with company values.
- Support senior management in developing commercial strategy and improving internal processes.
- Contribute to bid reviews pricing strategies and business development activities.
- Provide accurate commercial insight for forecasting budgeting and executive reporting.
- Ensure projects meet financial targets and contractual deliverables.
What youll need to have (our must-haves)
- Proven experience in cost management or financial analysis within a property or construction environment.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Effective communication skills both written and verbal.
- A proactive approach to driving change and improvement.
It would be great if you also have
- Experience with project management methodologies.
- Knowledge of procurement processes and contract management.
- A relevant professional qualification (e.g. MRICS CIMA).
Where your brilliance can take you
At Boots we believe in nurturing talent and providing opportunities for growth. As the Head of Cost Management you will have the chance to shape your career path and explore various avenues within our organisation.
Rewards designed for you
- Boots Retirement Savings Plan (up to 12% company contribution)
- Generous employee discounts for you and a family member
- Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay
- Access to free 24/7 counselling and support through TELUS Health our Employee Assistance Programme.
- Flexible benefits scheme including options for additional holiday discounted gym membership life assurance and much more.
A bit about us
At Boots were proud to be an equal opportunity employer creating a place where everyone feels welcome supported and free to be themselves. We believe that when our people feel valued and included they thrive so were committed to creating a brilliant Boots for our people so they can make a difference for our customers and colleagues every time.
Whats next
If you apply our team will be in touch to let you know the outcome of your application or to arrange next steps. Where a role is advertised as full-time we are open to discussing part-time and job share options. If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you be at your best.
We hope to hear from you soon. Be brilliant with Boots.
Keywords
Head of Cost Management
Required Experience:
Director
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