Director Cost Manager

Atkins Search are currently recruiting for a Cost Management Director to join a leading Construction Consultancy based in Leeds. This is a brilliant opportunity to become an integral part of a leading Consultancy with a strong market presence.

My client provides a variety of Cost Management, Quantity Surveying and Project Management services to national, blue-chip clients and developers across all built environment and infrastructure sectors.

Please note – if you are a Principal Quantity Surveyor, Executive Quantity Surveyor or Associate Quantity Surveyor, Principal Cost Manager, Executive Cost Manager or Associate Cost Manager, seeking the next stage of your career, your application will be considered

My client is a well-established, market leading Construction Consultancy who pride themselves on their collaborative culture, quality of service and dedication to their people.

As a Construction Consultancy, they provide multi-disciplinary Project Management and Cost Management services to national blue-chip clients and developers across the property, construction, infrastructure and civil engineering sectors.

Due to their diverse client and project portfolio, my client can offer you a varied workload that is tailored to your preferences and strengths as well as a realistic opportunity to progress your career with a truly fantastic business!

This is a key leadership position within the organisation's Cost Consultancy division, supporting the delivery of high-profile projects across various sectors within the Built Environment. As Cost Management Director, you will have strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and business development acumen.

The ideal candidate for the Cost Management Director opportunity will have the following responsibilities:

• Oversee the day-to-day management of the Cost Consultancy team in Nottingham, ensuring efficient resource allocation and high-quality project delivery.
• Manage cost and project management functions from inception to completion with minimal supervision, ensuring alignment with company standards and client expectations.
• Lead business development activities, fostering relationships with new and existing clients to drive growth in the Yorkshire and North market.
• Collaborate with the wider national Project & Cost Management Group to support strategic initiatives and service expansion.
• Ensure adherence to technical and corporate governance standards in project execution.

• Chartered Quantity Surveyor (MRICS) with a senior level of post-qualification experience in commercial cost management.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering cost management and project management services across various sectors.
• Strong leadership abilities with experience in team management, mentoring, and resource planning.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients and stakeholders.
• Commercially astute with a proactive approach to identifying and securing business opportunities.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple projects effectively.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and ideally MS Project.

• Competitive Salary
• Car Allowance
• Mileage and expense reimbursement
• Professional fees
• Hybrid / flexible working
• Private healthcare
• Bonus
• Pension
• Commuting reimbursements
• Holidays
• Laptop & mobile phone
• Regular social events
• Annual salary and performance reviews

Atkins Search acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We specialise in construction, consultancy, residential and infrastructure recruitment and service the North West, Midlands, South Yorkshire, Staffordshire, Lincolnshire, Peterborough, and Northern Home Counties regions.