As a Senior Cost Manager, you will be expected to lead a team to successfully manage and deliver capital investment projects, which could include asset health refurbishment or replacement of existing assets. This role involves providing client-side cost management support during all stages of the project delivery lifecycle from option studies, option development, construction tender support through to NEC contract administration.

Lead the successful delivery of cost/commercial management services on multi-disciplinary Transmission, Distribution and Power Systems projects.
Client-side cost/commercial management, including stakeholder, risk, and contract management
Ensure projects and commissions are delivered to the satisfaction of the client for budget management
Support and manage the cost/commercial management team ensuring appropriate resources are provided on projects, meeting the client and business requirements
Actively manage contractors and subcontractors' payments and final accounts in accordance with contract conditions
Develop strong relationships with clients and members of the cross-functional team
Support business development opportunities with existing and new clients

Experience of working within a client organisation, either directly or through a co-location/secondment arrangement.
Highly competent in the use of NEC suite of contracts, particularly the Professional Services Contract (PSC) and Engineering and Construction Contract (ECC)
Experience of working as part of integrated, multi-organisation, collaborative teams
Infrastructure and cost/commercial management experience, delivering complex projects
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Highly motivated and with excellent industry network
Relationship building skills -ability to build strong relationships with clients, teams, and stakeholders as well as an ability to build and maintain networks of business contacts.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
A team player with a 'can-do' attitude, outgoing, polite, patient, diplomatic, personable, respectful, and flexible
Experience of working with NGET business processes, supplier requirements, national development process 500.
Experience of working on projects in Substations, Overhead Lines, and Cables 33kV - 400kV with DNO or TO.
Understanding of the UK Transmission and Distribution System along with associated plan and equipment.
Professional Development: Engagement in continuous professional development, including pursuing qualifications such as those offered by the RICS and other recognised bodies.
Stakeholder Engagement: Ability to effectively communicate and engage with various stakeholders, including internal teams, contractors, and the public, to ensure project alignment and address concerns.
Financial Acumen: Skills in budget management and financial oversight to ensure projects are delivered within budget.
Leadership and Team Development: Capability to lead cost/commercial teams, fostering a collaborative environment and supporting team members' professional growth.
Adaptability and Problem-Solving: Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and solve complex problems that may arise during project execution.
Strategic Thinking: Understanding of the broader strategic goals of National Grid and how individual projects contribute to these objectives
Minimum of five years' cost/commercial management experience
A relevant degree such as quantity surveying or relevant equivalent
Strong history in both contract (NEC3 and 4) and cost/commercial management.
A member of a related professional body, preferably chartered

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