Senior Cost Manager - Utilities in London

At RLB, we live by four simple ideas: Truth, Trust, Together, Tomorrow. A place where People Make Progress. We value your skills, talents and unique perspectives – we think they are priceless. Bring them to RLB and you’ll be empowered to shape our future and your career in new and meaningful ways. We’ll give you opportunities to work on some of the most ambitious and exciting projects currently being designed and developed in the built environment sector. You’ll continue to learn and advance as everyone who works for us is provided with a tailored training programme. Our mentoring and reverse mentoring schemes will enable you to share your expertise while gaining fresh insights. What makes RLB unique is our inclusive culture. As an independent, employee‑owned business, teamwork and collaboration lies at the heart of everything we do. Hybrid and flexible working arrangements and family‑friendly policies are just some of the ways we invest in employee wellbeing. Join us and you will thrive personally as well as professionally.

Role Overview

We are seeking experienced Commercial Consultants to support and grow our Commercial Utility Consultancy team. The role will suit a commercially astute, client‑facing individual with deep knowledge of utility procurement, infrastructure cost modelling, and lifecycle commercial strategy. The role will involve shaping our market positioning, supporting major bids, and embedding commercial best practice across utility and energy programmes. The role demands high‑level strategic thinking, hands‑on leadership, and the ability to influence both client‑side and internally at RLB. This is a critical leadership role contributing to RLB’s ambitious growth within the utilities sector. Our Utilities Consultancy team is built around three integrated specialisms: Commercial management, Project Delivery, and Technical/Regulatory service. As part of the UK Utilities leadership group, the Commercial function provides strategic advice and cost/commercial management services across regulated and non‑regulated utility environments, supporting high‑value infrastructure and digital asset projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the successful delivery of projects within the Utilities sector.
• Pre and Post Contract Quantity Surveying.
• Strategic cost planning and management.
• Procurement and contract administration.
• Financial reporting and risk management.
• Stakeholder engagement and collaboration.
• Benchmarking and market intelligence.
• Systems and process improvement.
• Compliance and governance.
• Contribute to the financial performance of projects and the wider business, including revenue and profitability.
• Promote efficiency, effectiveness and best practice across projects and teams.
• Keep up to date with current thinking and best practice within the discipline.
• Work closely with clients, contractors and project teams to deliver projects successfully and on budget.
• Comply with established Commercial, Procurement, Contractual strategies.
• Carry out assigned duties efficiently and in accordance with processes and procedures.

Candidate Profile

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or similar construction related technical discipline.
• Chartered / Professionally Qualified (MRICS or equivalent).

Experience

• Previously employed by a consultancy or client in a similar role.
• Experience of utilities packages essential.

Behaviours

• Recognised as a client focused, positive collaborator who shares knowledge freely and offers support to their peers and seniors.
• Recognised as a team player with a strong willingness to learn.
• Demonstrates a positive and proactive approach to the role, and will be committed to delivering customer service excellence, with good commercial results.

Employee Benefits

• Hybrid Working – Supporting work‑life balance.
• Competitive maternity and paternity packages.
• Well‑Rewarded – Competitive salary and generous holiday entitlement, plus the opportunity to purchase up to five extra days.
• Focus On Wellbeing – Health and wellness options, including gym membership and cycle to work schemes.
• Healthcare Packages – Private healthcare insurance, dental insurance and eye care vouchers.
• Personal Development – Continuous learning and development programme, including established APC and in‑house mentoring schemes.
• Additional Benefits – Season ticket loan and professional membership subscriptions.
• Exceptional Exposure – Opportunity to work on diverse projects across different sectors and regions.
• Social Responsibility – Team and social events, charity fundraising and volunteering activities.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Commitment

We believe in building a diverse and inclusive environment where each person can be themselves, feel valued for their contribution and be challenged and supported to reach their full potential. We have a responsibility to support the communities in which we live and work, and that our workforce should reflect these communities and our clients. Our talent strategy should enable us to overcome bias in the construction industry by recruiting, retaining, developing, and promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce.