Job Title: Senior Cost Manager / Cost Manager (Data Centre Projects) Location: Dublin Company: Necto Search & Selection (on behalf of a leading global cost consultancy) Our client, a premier global cost consultancy, is seeking experienced Cost Managers to play a pivotal role in delivering world-class data centre projects for a renowned technology client.
The Opportunity: You will be the key commercial lead on major international construction projects, ensuring financial control, strategic cost management, and successful delivery from conception to final account.
This is a high-visibility role where you will act as the client's representative and work with a global team.
Ideal Candidate Profile: Senior Cost Manager: 15+ years of experience in a client-facing Cost Management/Quantity Surveying role.
Cost Manager: 10+ years of experience in a client-facing Cost Management/Quantity Surveying role.
Background: Proven experience on large-scale programs and projects.
Data centre construction experience is a significant advantage.
Qualifications: Bachelor's or Masters degree in Quantity Surveying or a related field.
Professional membership (e.g., RICS or equivalent).
Key Responsibilities: You will be responsible for the full project lifecycle, including: Pre-Construction: Developing detailed cost plans, estimates, and budgets.
Leading value engineering and risk management workshops.
Procurement: Managing tender processes, analysing bids, and negotiating contract sums (GMP/Lump Sum) with contractors.
Cost Control: Managing project budgets, forecasts, and cash flows.
Preparing monthly financial reports and presenting to senior client stakeholders.
Change Management: Leading the commercial evaluation and negotiation of all project changes.
Contract Administration: Providing commercial oversight of contracts, payment applications, and invoicing.
Final Account: Negotiating and agreeing on final accounts with contractors and vendors.
Staff Management: Management of 5 staff members.
What We're Looking For: A proactive leader who can work with minimal supervision.
Excellent communication skills to brief client stakeholders daily.
Strong analytical and negotiation skills.
Proficiency with cost management software and tools (experience with @Risk is a plus).
Knowledge of international construction standards and practices.
Skills: Estimating Cost Control Management risk Client Liason Procurement contracts administration