Cost Manager

Hybrid opportunity based in Peterborough, with mandatory 3 days in office. Open to candidates commuting from surrounding areas.

At Korn Ferry, we are excited to be recruiting for an experienced Cost Manager to join a leading global professional services organisation.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on high-profile programmes and projects, providing effective cost management and commercial support throughout the full project lifecycle. You will work closely with clients and project teams to provide robust cost advice, maintain financial control and help deliver successful project outcomes.

What you'll be doing:

• Managing project costs throughout the full project lifecycle.
• Preparing cost estimates, budgets, forecasts and cost plans.
• Producing accurate cost reporting and providing clear analysis of project performance.
• Supporting procurement activities and commercial strategies.
• Managing change control and assessing the cost impact of project changes.
• Supporting contract administration and commercial management activities.
• Identifying cost risks and opportunities and supporting appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Working closely with project, planning and delivery teams to ensure cost, schedule and scope remain aligned.
• Providing clear, accurate cost information and advice to clients and key stakeholders.
• Supporting benchmarking, value engineering and continuous improvement initiatives.

What we're looking for:

• Previous experience in cost management, quantity surveying or a related commercial/project controls discipline.
• Strong understanding of cost planning, forecasting, reporting and financial control.
• Experience working across complex construction, infrastructure or capital projects.
• Good commercial awareness and understanding of project cost drivers.
• Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Confident communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Relevant degree or equivalent professional experience in Quantity Surveying, Cost Management, Construction Management or a related discipline.
• Professional accreditation or progress towards an appropriate qualification such as RICS would be advantageous.

Why join?

This opportunity offers the chance to work within a collaborative and professional environment supporting major projects and programmes. You will be able to develop your cost management expertise, work alongside experienced professionals and contribute to projects where strong commercial and cost control directly influence successful delivery.