Cost Manager, New Jersey – US

DesignBuild Search are working with a leader in a retail sector who have an opening for a Quantity Surveyor/Cost Manager. Our client is rapidly expanding their EV division throughout the east cost of the US. The successful applicant must have experience with pre and post contract. This is based in our clients New Jersey office. Within this position you will be involved in procurement, planning, contractor negotiations and cost analysis.

Minimum:
Degree Qualified in Quantity Surveying or related field
3+ years QS experience with main contractor or consultancy
Pre and post contract experience
Experience managing multiple Quantity Surveyors
Available to travel within in Ireland, UK and US.

The successful candidate will bring their own initiative to deliver the departments vision, all aligned with our clients Vision and Core Values. The successful candidate must demonstrate strong commercial awareness, ability to work in a fastpaced environment and prove they have the ability to be a senior leader within the central Group Team that will guide the regional project teams.

The role is ideal for someone seeking to scale the organisation and grow their influence on the overall business. The role will report to the Head of Construction in our clients West Dublin office. The position offer flexibility. However, essential that your available to travel.

Responsibilites include
To lead the procurement, planning, Contractor negotiation and cost analysis for multiple projects across the US

• Liaise closely with the Mergers and Acquisitions team with regards appraisals, site selection, preliminary estimating, site acquisitions and contract negotiations Leading and directing the procurement and contract strategy for the differing regions which will require tailored approaches giving consideration to the market dynamics of that country
• Preparing the relevant documentation for tender pre-qualification documents
• Preparing tender documentation, choosing appropriate contractors / suppliers to bid and issuing tender documentation
• Analysing tender returns, specifications, alternative options, negotiating packages and selecting the preferred contractor / Supplier
• Attend site meetings across the regions as the client representative
• Managing project costs / cash flows / monthly cost reports and final accounts
• Lead the project teams in delivering and monitoring of contract packages on site including remeasures, variations, interim/final accounts and contra-charges etc.
• Assist discussions/negotiations with Landowners, Highways Agency, Planning Authorities, consultants and other stakeholders.
• Pre-acquisition feasibility and viability assessment and analysis
• Maximise the development value of the projects whilst maintaining high level quality design