Senior Cost Manager (Water Sector)

Stratford, Greater London

If so, we are looking for Senior Cost Managers, with a history of delivering in the Water industry to join our Infrastructure Project Cost Management team to work on the recently announced £88bn AMP8 investment period. At AECOM, we have secured positions on frameworks with several Water Companies, providing cost/commercial Management opportunities i across our North, Midlands and Scotland Region operating from 8 regional offices. Additionally, we have nationwide opportunities with various government bodies. Our growth trajectory is strong, supported by a robust pipeline of projects and you will be joining a growing team of like-minded people that have a passion for innovation and delivering cutting edge solutions. As an Senior Cost Manager, you will be expected to work with an Associate to successfully cost/commercially manage, coordinate and deliver -water projects. The role will cover the whole project lifecycle from initial inception, through the design, procurement process and onto the site delivery and commissioning phases. . Here's what you'll do As a Senior Cost Manager, you will be expected to work as part of or lead a team to successfully manage and deliver capital investment projects. This role involves providing client-side cost/commercial management support during all stages of the project delivery lifecycle from option studies, option development, and construction tender support through to NEC contract administration and on-site delivery.

  • Lead Cost/Commercial Cost Management commissions, taking responsibility for their successful delivery.
  • Participation in appropriate meetings including minuting and proactively engaging in discussions, contributing to the PEP, preparing cost collating progress reports, assisting with procurement strategies and tender documentation, general post contract commercial management and administration
  • Proactively engaging with Client, contractor and other stakeholders, being aware of the scope of service and ensuring we deliver within the agreed parameters and help to resolve prevent disputes whenever possible.
  • Client-side project cost management, including stakeholder, H&S, risk, quality, schedule, and contract management
  • Support projects and commissions are delivered to the satisfaction of the client for quality, cost, and time
  • Support and manage the project team ensuring appropriate resources are provided on projects, meeting the client and business requirements
  • Manage the delivery of project management team outputs, in accordance with agreed timescales and quality standards. Develop strong relationships with clients and members of the cross-functional team
  • Support business development opportunities with existing and new clients
  • Provide support on contract management services on NEC4 contracts, administering through a contract management system.
  • Advise the client on procurement strategies and review tender documentation.
  • Provide effective support and mentoring to Graduates and Apprentices.

    Are you a Senior Commercial Management professional looking to work on projects that make a difference and enhance the world around us?

    If you're passionate about innovation and turning bold ideas into reality, AECOM welcomes you. Join our team, where we don't just construct infrastructure but also uplift communities and enhance lives. Why not give our AECOM page on LinkedIn a follow to stay updated on the impactful projects we're working on and see firsthand the difference we're making in the industry!
Posted 2025-12-12

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