Cost Manager - PMCM CI&U

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WSP is one of the world's leading engineering and environmental professional services firms providing technical consultancy to the built and natural environment. We believe that for societies to thrive, we must all hold ourselves accountable for tomorrow. For us, that means creating innovative solutions to the challenges the future will bring to the communities and environments where we live and work across the UK.

About Your Role

Operating within the Civil Infrastructure & Utilities division of WSP, the Commission Management Team is a small team of seven staff members, working on individual projects and Frameworks, coming together to share knowledge and support one another as a group, to promote growth of individuals and of the team. As Cost Manager you will work collaboratively within the Commission Management Team and with project teams, analysing costs and ensuring that projects are completed within budget. The Cost Manager will represent the Commission Management Team in supporting project teams in all aspects of cost control, financial reporting, and contract administration.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring budgets, tracking expenditure, and reporting any deviations from the projected costs.
• Generate regular financial reports, highlighting cost performance and variances.
• Support the process of implementing cost control measures to maintain project budgets and enhance profitability.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of project costs, contracts, and financial transactions.
• Work closely with team members, project managers and engineers to ensure effective cost management on projects.
• Forecast future costs and financial impacts for ongoing projects.
• Support project teams in the change control process, preparing quotations for change requests and adjusting the budget and forecast where necessary.
• Part of a driven and productive team of cost managers which offers a support network for learning and development within the role.
• Develop a good understanding of the financial management of projects from inception to completion.
• Experience working on a variety of projects and contractual arrangements, offering diversity in breadth of experience gained.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, quantity surveying, or a related field.
• Previous experience in cost management, or a similar role in the construction industry would be beneficial.
• Focused approach, with attention to detail, and knowledge of using financial software (Oracle) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Good organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Benefits and Working Environment

• Hybrid working policy offering flexibility to work from home two days a week and collaboration in modern offices across the UK.
• Focus on work-life balance, with options for part‑time, flexible working arrangements, additional leave, and bank holiday entitlement.
• Commitment to inclusivity and belonging, supporting diverse backgrounds and encouraging authenticity in the workplace.
• Health and wellbeing support through Thrive programme, Virtual GP service, reasonable workplace adjustments, Gymflex scheme, and menopause support package.
• Flex your time with “WSP My Hour”, allowing one hour each day for personal activities with flexibility.
• Development and training opportunities, mentoring and chartership pathway.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.