Senior Cost Manager - London

Cmr.london·Londonsenior

In short

→Gestión de costos en un gran proyecto de infraestructura ferroviaria en Reino Unido.
→Líder técnico en costos con foco en análisis de valor ganado, reportes mensuales y control presupuestario en EcoSys.
→Oportunidad única para influir en un proyecto histórico con crecimiento profesional acelerado en equipo pequeño y dinámico.

Experiencia previa en proyectos de infraestructura complejos.

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What they ask for

✓Liderazgo demostrado en funciones de costos o comerciales.
✓Conocimiento profundo en metodologías de gestión de costos y análisis de valor ganado.
✓Experiencia con herramientas de gestión de costos como EcoSys.
✓Comprensión sólida de procesos de ingeniería, aprovisionamiento y construcción.
✓Habilidades analíticas y de atención al detalle altamente desarrolladas.
✓Experiencia en proyectos de infraestructura complejos y de gran escala.

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EcoSysNECFIDICPrimavera P6ARMEarned Value AnalysisCost ForecastingActual Cost of Work PerformedEstimates at Completion (EAC)Financial Control System

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🌟 Position: Senior Cost Manager 🌟 📍 Location: 3 Days Office (London) /2 days hybrid 💼 Type: Full-time 📅 Start Date: Immediate 💰 Salary: Competitive We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Cost Manager to join our dynamic award winning team . Our client is delivering one of the most complex and high-profile infrastructure programmes in the UK today. Backed by UK Government and key industry stakeholders, the organisation is entering a pivotal phase of development: securing funding, finalising strategic partnerships across the supply chain, and laying the regulatory groundwork to advance into full-scale construction. As a Senior Cost Manager , you’ll be at the heart of a nationally significant transport programme that will reshape connectivity across the UK. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a landmark infrastructure project from the inside out—driving value, ensuring commercial rigour, and helping deliver one of the most ambitious rail initiatives in British history. About us: CMR is an award winning project controls consultancy that is first and foremost a team of people, passionate about the construction industry and changing the way project controls is provided. Our approach and culture have been recognised globally, with CMR named Global Project Controls Small Business of the Year 2025 (Project Controls Expo UK Awards) and one of the UK’s Best Workplaces in 2026 (Great Place to Work) Our Purpose (Why we exist): Inspiring new ways to help shape our construction industry. Our Ambition (What we want to achieve): Re-imagine project controls through a digital lens, being the obvious choice for clients and the place to grow together with intention. 🔹 What’s in it for you? • At CMR you will have the opportunity to professionally develop like nowhere you have worked before. • If you demonstrate the capability, our merit-based system will enable you to develop fast. • We use our in-house capability matrix to transparently track your progression and highlight development areas. • Join our small, dynamic team where every member has the chance to make a significant impact, shaping the future direction of our company and making a real difference. • We believe in rewarding our team for their achievements, celebrating our successes but equally helping each other when things are tough. 🔹 You'll Team Leadership & Collaboration Support the Cost Lead in driving integrated cost control practices across the Civil Works Programme. Coach and guide team members within the Cost Discipline Collaborate with other Project Controls disciplines and support functions to ensure aligned project delivery. Cost Management & Reporting Maintain accurate cost forecasts and actuals within the financial control system (EcoSys). Oversee monthly cost reporting cycles including Actual Cost of Work Performed (ACWP), Earned Value Analysis, and Estimates at Completion (EAC). Ensure all changes are reflected accurately within budgets and forecasts. Review and integrate estimates from Tier 1 contractors and suppliers. Analysis & Insight Conduct cost performance analysis and identify areas of risk or opportunity. Ensure earned value techniques are correctly implemented across the programme. Support the development and optimisation of cost reporting systems. 🔹 We’re looking for: Essential Demonstrated leadership capability in cost or commercial functions. Deep understanding of cost management methodologies and earned value analysis. Strong grasp of engineering, procurement, and construction processes. High-level analytical and numerical ability with attention to detail. Experience with cost management tools such as EcoSys. Familiarity with NEC or FIDIC contract frameworks. Commercially astute with excellent interpersonal skills. Desirable Familiarity with scheduling (Primavera P6) and risk tools (ARM). Experience working on complex major infrastructure projects. Ability to communicate and present financial insights to senior stakeholders.

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