Assistant Cost Consultant

At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating places that are responsible, bringing transformative impact to our people, communities, and societies across the globe. To learn more about our purpose, culture, and priorities, visit our strategy site. 

Within our consult business we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential in every project.

The project:

A residential and mixed-use development, consisting of multiple mid-rise buildings.

Our values shape the way we consult, and define the people we want to join us on our journey, they are:

Safety first - Going home safe and well:  

• You will promote Mace's value of safety first, and actvely engage in relevant business and statutory health, safety and wellbeing standards and activities at all stages of the project.
• You will be aware of local health and safety rules and regulations relevant to project portfolio.
• You will champion a diverse and inclusive working environment and understand the importance of the wellbeing of the people in your team.

Client focus - Deliver on our promise:  

• Assists and supports teams in providing cost management services from inception to completion for ongoing and new commissions in various sectors. 
• Assists with feasibility studies, procurement strategies and contract selection, assisting in the production of procurement reports.
• Aids the application of the value management techniques at the outset of a project.
• Provides estimating and cost planning support in production of the final cost plan.
• Involves in the procurement process, ensuring that all stages including prequalification, enquiry, analysis, selection and contract preparation are performed effectively.
• Supports the preparation of the contract documents, warranties, bonds and licenses, preparation of valuations of the work carried out and adjust variations in accordance with the terms of the contract.
• Works with the cost consultant to provide cost control and reporting services during the contract.
• Analyses and supports in the preparation of financial reports for the client in the form and at the frequency required.
• Contributes to identifying all costs associated with design changes, contract awards, construction activities and client charges.
• Assists on the issue of certificates of practical completion and assist with agreement of final accounts.
• Supports the cost consultant on issue of certificate of making good defects and final completion in accordance with any requirements relating to completion, submissions and approvals.
• Provides assistance and support to cost consultant and/or team/s in the delivery of cost management services.
• Develops working relationships with (range of) internal stakeholders.
• Works with team members providing operational delivery of team/regional strategy etc.
• Provides guidance & coaching to more junior roles.
• Works collaboratively towards the common goal of net zero carbon transition and share responsibility for the proactive identification and management of the associated carbon emissions and reductions during the delivery of work.   

Integrity - Always do the right thing:  

• You will develop your knowledge of project budgets and highlight any risks, challenges and mitigations.
• You will support the long-term development of your function or business unit (BU), creating a sustainable business future.
• You will commit to making a positive impact for our people, our clients, and our planet, and take ownership for holding others to account who do not uphold the Mace values.

Create opportunity - For our people to excel:  

• You will develop effective relationships with design and wider consultant teams in a collaborative manner to ensure effective completion of responsibilities.
• You will actively network and seek understanding of best practice, utilising the full depth of knowledge of Mace group, the centres of excellence, Mace way control centre and knowledge hub.
• You will manage parts of projects independently, with oversight from other project managers.

You’ll need to have:

• Ability to be effective communicator with all stakeholders.
• Ability to seek opportunities for implementing improved working practices.
• Develops effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Good interpersonal skills to prepare reports, negotiate and build relationships with key stakeholders.
• Problem solving and analytical skills for resolving cost and contract administration and procurement issues within consult.

You’ll also have:

• Champions and operates within an inclusivity environment.
• Understands personal strengths and weaknesses, seeks learning and support where appropriate.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all of the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.

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