Cost Consultant

Mace•Milwaukee, WI

1d•$100,000 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

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: If you like the idea of working on multi-billion-dollar programmes at the forefront of global technology - for some of the largest data centre developers and end user clients in the world - then the U.S. offers unparalleled opportunity. These roles are typically site based, embedding you within highly skilled, multidisciplinary teams where you’ll play a key part in commercial support: monthly pay applications, change order reviews, financial reporting, and on the ground commercial decision making. Opportunities span hot and cool climates alike, from mountain rimmed regions with outdoor lifestyles to lively college towns with thriving downtown food scenes. For colleagues excited by pace, scale, and hands on delivery, the data centre sector offers a breadth of work and lifestyle choice that is hard to match. 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 Client Focus - Deliver on our promise Integrity - Always do the right thing Create Opportunity - For our people to excel Providing cost management services from inception to completion for ongoing and new commissions in various sectors. Responsible for supporting (area/discipline/specialism), using sound technical/functional capabilities.

Requirements

Understanding of present-day issues such as sustainability, social value and carbon reduction.
Strong understanding of industry best practice.
A degree in quantity surveying/cost management (or equivalent).
Professional membership or working towards i.e. MRICS/RICS (or equivalent).
Proficient knowledge and expertise in specific sector/ market of project/role.
Relevant technical qualification/certification for project portfolio/s.
Experience in most forms of contract.
Sound knowledge and ability to undertake and advise on contract administration and contract management.
Proven experience in cost consultancy.
Cost planning, budgeting and estimating experience.
Sound understanding of costs and timescales of work undertaken and implications of risk of failure to deliver.
Understanding different types of contracts including the method of measurement.
Negotiation skills.
Analytical skills.
Digitally competent.
Ability to be effective communicator with all stakeholders.
Ability to seek opportunities for implementing improved working practices.
Manages relevant stakeholders for project/s.
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.

Responsibilities

Conducting feasibility studies, advising on procurement strategies and contract selection, writing and undertaking procurement reports.
Applying the value management techniques at the outset of a project.
Managing, estimating and cost planning activities to include taking ownership of and presenting the final cost plan.
Assisting in procurement and selection of main contractor.
Preparing contract documents, warranties, bonds and licenses and assist formal execution by the appropriate parties.
Advising on administration of the terms of the building contract.
Measuring and providing valuations of the work carried out and adjust variations in accordance with the terms of the contract and agree with the contractor.
Providing cost control and reporting services during the contract.
Preparing financial reports for the client in the form and at the frequency required.
Identifying all costs associated with design changes, contract awards, construction activities and client charges.
Participating in the evaluation of claims for delay and additional costs made by the contractor and any nominated subcontractors/suppliers.
Advising on the issue of certificates of practical completion and ensure that final accounts are negotiated and agreed.
Advising on issue of certificate of making good defects and final completion in accordance with any requirements relating to completion, submissions and approvals.
Delivering improvements in systems and processes, driving transformational change.
Providing guidance and direction to Assistant Cost Consultant and other junior team members.
Providing informal mentoring/training to junior members of the team.
Seeking opportunities for continuous improvements/improving working processes.
Developing effective working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
Managing stakeholders.
Working 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.