Senior Cost Management Lead - Asset Management
– daa
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This role is responsible for the effective control of project expenditure, ensuring compliance with contractual reimbursement principles (e.g., schedules of rates, bills of quantities, and materials on/off-site payments), and providing accurate and timely cost advice to support informed decision-making.
Working closely with various Project Management teams, the Senior Cost Management Lead prepares and reviews cost estimates, develops and maintains the schedule of rates or bills of quantities, and ensures that cost-control processes are rigorously applied.
The role is accountable for assessing monthly payment applications, valuing completed works and materials, preparing final accounts, and continuously monitoring anticipated final costs to ensure alignment with budgetary objectives.
Oversee cost management across asset-management projects, ensuring alignment with objectives, contracts, and governance.
Develop and implement cost-control strategies, processes, and reporting systems.
Prepare, monitor, and report budgets, forecasts, and cashflows; track variances and risks.
Manage and validate contractor submissions, valuations, claims, and final accounts.
Produce and review detailed Bills of Quantities; provide cost advice, benchmarking, and support to procurement.
Ensure compliance with standards, audits, and assurance requirements.
Act as primary cost-management contact, providing clear and timely information to stakeholders for asset management.
Lead the preparation of the annual capital budget and cashflow projections for Capital Delivery, ensuring alignment with programme priorities and funding availability.
Present and agree budget proposals and forecasts with the Senior Management Team (SMT DAP), incorporating input from project leads and cost consultants.
Foster collaboration with project teams, consultants, and contractors to achieve value for money.
Promote cost awareness, identify improvements, and stay updated on industry trends.
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Project Management, Purchasing, and Engineering
Industries
Airlines and Aviation
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