Senior Cost Manager

Due to the continued success and growth of our AESG team, a fantastic opportunity has opened up at our award-winning Specialist Consultancy, Engineering, and Advisory Firm. We are headquartered in London, Riyadh, Singapore, South Africa, Egypt, Australia and Dubai, working throughout the Middle East, Europe, and Asia. Our areas of expertise are represented in four core verticals: Building Engineering, Planning and Infrastructure, Strategy and Advisory, and Commissioning, Handover, and Asset Management. We pride ourselves on being leaders in the industry in each of the services that we offer. We have one of the largest dedicated teams with decades of cumulative experience in sustainable design, fire and life safety, cost management, façade engineering, commissioning, building performance, waste management, environmental consultancy, carbon management, and acoustics.

Job Description

AESG are currently looking for experienced and driven Senior Cost Manager to join our dynamic team. This role is pivotal in driving procurement strategy, cost management and commercial delivery within complex construction or infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement procurement strategies and delivery routes aligned with project objectives.
• Support the formation and management of Integrated Project Team Delivery Models.
• Lead accelerated procurement of Provisional Sum Packages, including:
• Development of Provisional Sum Matrices
• Preparation of Responsibility Matrices
• Drafting of Division 1 Specifications and Package Scope of Works
• Define general requirements and delineate responsibilities for Main Contractors and Sub-Contractors, including drafting RFP schedules.
• Oversee tendering processes: prequalification, preparation of tender and pricing documentation (Bills of Quantities), tender issue, clarifications, interviews, evaluations, negotiations, and final award.
• Prepare and manage contract documentation in line with project requirements and governance standards.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and effective communication throughout the procurement lifecycle.
• Manage vendor and supply chain engagement using best practice processes and procedures.
• Utilize procurement systems (e.g., SAP Ariba, Oracle) for efficient sourcing and compliance tracking.
• Monitor and report on budget vs. committed costs, supporting cost control and mentoring where necessary.
• Lead and support cost estimation, cost planning, and benchmarking exercises.
• Utilize software tools such as CostX for accurate quantity take-offs and cost assessments.
• Identify and implement Value Engineering opportunities to enhance project value.
• Deliver clear, actionable insights through dashboard reporting using tools such as PowerBI.
• Maintain excellent organizational, planning, communication, and reporting skills to manage competing priorities effectively.
• Foster a collaborative, team-oriented environment and build strong working relationships across disciplines.
• Ensure strict confidentiality is maintained in all commercial dealings.

Qualifications & Experience: 

• 8 to12 years of relevant professional experience in cost management and procurement.
• BSc in Quantity Surveying, Procurement, or a related field is required.
• RICS qualification or active RICS training is preferred but not essential.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage stakeholders, and oversee multiple packages concurrently.
• Strong knowledge of procurement, tendering, and contract management in construction or infrastructure environments.

Why join AESG?

AESG is a multidisciplinary specialist consultancy, offering a consultancy service and work environment like no other.

Through our world-class reputation for innovative thinking, pushing projects to outperform expectations through smart application of planning, engineering and architectural solutions, our project portfolio includes some of the world's most forward-thinking and exciting new developments.

The success of our company is built on the success of individuals. Our ability to achieve what we have is because our staff are driven, passionate and love what they do.

As an employee of AESG you can expect:

• Great career opportunities as the company continues to grow, with access to huge variety of projects and incredible clients
• Working on some of the worlds leading developments and tackling our clients greatest challenges
• Commitment in building on your areas of specialism and focal interest points, supporting your professional development through a structured training and mentorship program
• Highly collaborative approach across the different technical service offerings
• Promotion of the importance of health and well-being of the team, including team-building fitness activities, social events and the provision of a healthy work environment
• To be part of a dynamic and motivated team with an amazing team