Associate Cost Manager

Job Description

Job SummaryAt AECOM, were delivering a better world. We believe infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone. Whether its improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive.Our clients trust us to bring together the best people, ideas, technical expertise and digital solutions to our work in transportation, buildings, water, the environment and new energy. Were one global team47,000 strongdriven by a common purpose to delivera better world. Here, you will have freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.Are you a talented and ambitious Cost Manager looking to work on exciting infrastructure projects that can change the world, projects that are always more complex and innovative than the lastWe are looking for experienced Senior Commercial Managers to support our exciting growth plans, working with our key infrastructure client Scottish Water. You will be joining an established team of like-minded experts that have a passion for innovation anddelivering cutting edge solutions.As an Associate Cost Manager within the Caledonia Water Alliance (CWA), you will provide a comprehensive, accurate and value driven service for the alliance commercial team.. CWA is a joint venture AECOM and Morrison Utility Services (MUS) Ltd delivering theclean and waste water infrastructure until 2027 for Scottish Water.The role may also present opportunities to work across highways, rail and power sectors.The role will cover all aspects of cost management throughout the whole project lifecycle from initial inception / business case through to completion / commissioning. Duties include (but not limited to):

• Lead and deliver all aspects of cost management from inception of a project through to completion.
• Achieve the highest standards of professional competence and to demonstrate this ability in all dealings with clients and professional contacts, reinforcing the profile of the company.
• Drive performance standards and technical excellence through expert communication and effective use of the performance management process and AECOM technical practice networks.
• Maintain and develop good relationships with clients, take every opportunity to uphold and increase the profile of the firm as a provider of professional, premium quality services to the construction industry.
• Actively support the internal team and manage more junior staff on technically complex projects.
• Develop marketing opportunities and where appropriate bring to the attention of Directors and the Business Development Department, in order that they may assist in following up potential leads enabling the development of new business.

Minimum Requirements

• Good working knowledge of NEC4 suite of contracts, particularly the Professional Services Contract (PSC) and Engineering and Construction Contract (ECC)
• Experience of undertaking cost/commercial management as part of integrated, multi-organisation, collaborative teams
• Experience of working within a client organization, either directly or through a colocation/secondment arrangement would be of benefit.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent);
• Accredited MRICS (or working towards membership)

Your benefits will include: Helping our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance is important to us. If you join AECOM, as well as receiving a competitive salary, youll also be able to explore flexible working arrangements through our FREEDOM TO GROW way of working. Core benefitsinclude 25 days annual leave, company pension scheme, private medical insurance, life assurance and one paid annual professional institution membership fee. You can also choose from a wide range of flexible benefits to suit your lifestyle.Youll also be able to give back to communities with up to two paid CSR days each year. Through our charity, The AECOM Foundation, you can volunteer to support children in developing countries. And if youre a member of the Reserve Forces youll receive anadditional 15 days paid leave for training commitments.What we offerWe will give you the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether youre working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spiritand pioneering mindset are championed.You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusiona safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes forour clients.We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lastingimpact on the projects you work on, the teams and committees you join and our business.We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance your career.When you join us, you will connect and collaborate with a global network of expertsplanners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants, program and construction managersleading the change toward a more sustainable and equitable future. Join us andlets get started.As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each persons potential, and well help you reach yours.