(MEP) Senior Cost Manager – Industrial & Advanced Manufacturing Projects

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior Cost Manager (MEP) to lead the commercial and cost management of major industrial and advanced manufacturing projects.

This role will be responsible for overseeing the full lifecycle of MEP cost management services from early-stage cost planning and procurement through construction and project close-out. The successful candidate will work closely with clients consultants contractors engineers and project leadership teams to ensure projects are delivered within budget while maintaining commercial excellence and project objectives.

The role is ideally suited to professionals with strong experience in mechanical electrical plumbing fire protection utilities and industrial building services systems within complex manufacturing environments.

Key Responsibilities

Cost Planning & Cost Management

• Lead the preparation of feasibility estimates concept budgets cost plans and cost forecasts for MEP packages.
• Develop and manage project budgets cash flow forecasts and cost reporting frameworks.
• Provide commercial and cost advice during design development and construction phases.
• Lead value engineering and cost optimization initiatives across MEP systems.
• Undertake cost benchmarking and market analysis for industrial and manufacturing facilities.

Procurement & Tender Management

• Develop procurement strategies for major MEP trade packages.
• Lead the preparation and management of tender documentation and commercial deliverables.
• Conduct tender evaluations commercial reviews and contractor selection processes.
• Review supplier and contractor proposals to ensure commercial competitiveness and compliance with project requirements.
• Support contract negotiations and contract award recommendations.

Commercial Management

• Monitor project expenditure commitments and forecast costs throughout project delivery.
• Prepare monthly cost reports financial forecasts and commercial updates for key stakeholders.
• Identify commercial risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Manage variations change orders and contractor claims.
• Review and certify progress payments and support final account negotiations.

Project Delivery Support

• Work closely with engineering construction and project management teams to maintain cost certainty and commercial control.
• Assess the commercial impact of design changes and scope adjustments.
• Ensure alignment between budget schedule procurement and project objectives.
• Support project governance reporting and risk management processes.
• Contribute to project reviews and strategic decision-making.

Stakeholder Management

• Act as a key commercial interface between clients consultants contractors and suppliers.
• Provide commercial leadership during project meetings and reviews.
• Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships throughout the project lifecycle.
• Mentor and provide guidance to Cost Managers and Assistant Cost Managers where required.

Qualifications :

• Bachelors Degree in Quantity Surveying Cost Management Construction Management Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Professional accreditation such as MRICS or equivalent is advantageous.
• 815 years of experience in cost management commercial management or quantity surveying.
• Strong experience managing MEP packages within industrial manufacturing or mission-critical environments.
• Experience in semiconductor advanced manufacturing pharmaceutical electronics industrial or data centre projects is highly preferred.
• Previous experience within a cost consultancy or professional services environment is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex procurement and commercial management activities for high-value MEP packages.
• Experience working in fast-paced technically complex project environments.

Additional Information :

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time