Senior Cost Manager – Global Consultancy

📍 Location: Sydney – Hybrid (2 days WFH if preferred)
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
💰 Salary: $120,000 – $150,000 + Superannuation

Ready to take the next step in your cost management career? This is your chance to join a global project & cost management consultancy with a flat structure, open culture, and a genuine focus on people. You’ll work on high-profile projects across innovative sectors, gain exposure to global best practices, and be supported by industry leaders every step of the way.

What’s in It for You?

🚀 Career Growth – Structured development, mentoring, and chartership (RICS/AIQS) support.
🏡 Hybrid Flexibility – Work from home up to 2 days per week.
🤝 Open & Inclusive Culture – Flat structure, collaborative teams, and supportive leadership.
🌏 Prestigious Projects – Work with world-class clients delivering sustainable, innovative builds.
💼 Leadership Opportunity – Mentor junior staff and help shape the business strategy.

What You’ll Be Doing

✅ Lead tender and bid processes from documentation through analysis and reporting.
✅ Analyse bids to ensure best value outcomes for clients.
✅ Prepare cost plans, estimates, valuations, and cost reports.
✅ Manage project budgets and clearly communicate variations to stakeholders.
✅ Support final account negotiations and claims resolution.
✅ Produce clear cost documentation to drive timely, informed project decisions.
✅ Mentor and develop junior team members to foster growth and excellence.

What You’ll Need

🎓 Proven experience as a Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor in a consultancy environment.
📊 Expertise in pre- and post-contract cost management across diverse projects.
🏅 Chartered (MRICS/AIQS) or working towards completion—full support provided.
💬 Strong communication and client-facing skills, with a focus on relationships.
⚡ Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Let’s Talk!

For a confidential chat, get in touch with:

Julian Humphreys
Recruiter – Quantity Surveying
📞 0413 955 809
📧 julian.humphreys@kappaexecutive.com

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