Description
Tetra Tech's Cost Consultancy is responsible for some of the most strategically important projects in the UK. We provide our clients with high quality cost advice on the capital and whole life cost of their buildings with an increasing focus on carbon reduction. Due to our continued success, We are seeking an Associate Director to lead and grow our commercial team in the West Midlands, based in our Birmingham office.
Reporting directly to our Regional Director, you will become an important part of a high-performance multi-disciplinary team utilising the latest technology to deliver cost advice to design colleagues and our clients. You will be responsible for overseeing project delivery (large residential projects), management of the commercial team within the West Midlands as well as supporting the operational part of the team. You will be delivering technical excellence on a frequent basis and promoting learning opportunities to other staff. You will be professional qualified and assisting others in their development.
You will also oversee a group of Cost Managers on existing work in the Residential sector and assisting growth in Property. You will have the opportunity to develop this role as a respected and trusted advisor to an important growth initiative for the Project & Cost Management business unit.
Your Role
We are seeking an enthusiastic, high performing senior individual who can demonstrate an ability to engage with design colleagues and client stakeholders. The role will involve:
Leading and managing a team of cost managers
Employer's Agent and/or Contract Administration duties for variety of projects in residential, advance manufacturing, aviation and other private sectors.
Leading in all aspects of Cost Management
Business Development and Business Planning
Development of a cost plans for a complex project utilising Cost X estimating software
Advising design colleagues on the cost implications of alternative design options
Monthly reporting on P&L
Leading Value Engineering and risk workshops and providing strategic cost advice to both
Providing strategy procurement advice to clients
Delivering the full range of construction stage cost management services
Building relationships with design colleagues, Client stakeholder and the Contractor
Full membership of the RICS / CIOB or +10 years' experience in specialist subject area
Experience of utilising Cost X or similar estimating software with Revit models
Experience of working on major projects (£50m+)
Ideally experienced in the cost management of NEC3/4 and JCT construction contracts
Strong communication skills including the ability to manage cost reporting meetings with senior client representatives
Strong leadership skills
A collaborative approach including working with large technical teams
A proven ability to deliver to deadlines
Good practical knowledge of Microsoft Software, including Excel, Project and Word
UK driving licence
Be willing to complete S/C level of security clearance on appointment (to assist Defence Sector)
About Tetra Tech
Tetra Tech is a leading provider of high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. We combine the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 400 locations around the world. We are Leading with Science® to provide sustainable and resilient solutions for our clients.
Tetra Tech is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity/shared parental leave, in line with the Equalities Act 2010.
We are very happy to discuss flexible working, including the possibility of reduced hours, flexible start and finish times, or compressed hours. We can offer a range of solutions to help you to get the most out of your work/life balance.
Additional Information- Organization: 784 TCE
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