Cost Manager


Company:	Hays Specialist Recruitment
Salary:	£50,000 to £65,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Manchester, M1 1AA
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	5 Nov 2026
Closing date:	12 Nov 2026

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Summary

Cost Manager/ Quantity Surveyor Manchester | £50,000 - £60,000 + Hybrid Working + Clear Route to Senior & Associate

Are you a Quantity Surveyor or Cost Manager looking for a role where your progression isn't limited by the size of the team above you?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Cost Manager to join a leading multidisciplinary consultancy's Manchester office. This is a business that combines the resources, stability and project portfolio of a global organisation with the culture and career opportunities often associated with a much smaller consultancy.Working across education, healthcare, heritage, commercial and residential sectors, you'll be given exposure to a diverse range of projects while benefiting from structured mentoring, professional development and a clear pathway into more senior positions.

Why Join?

This is an ideal opportunity for an ambitious Quantity Surveyor or Cost Manager seeking greater responsibility and a consultancy that genuinely invests in its people.The Manchester Cost Management team offers:

A supportive and collaborative culture

Direct access to senior leadership

Structured mentoring and coaching

Tailored learning and development programmes

Support towards professional qualifications and chartership

Clear career progression pathways

Opportunities to work alongside Project Managers, Building Surveyors, Engineers and Architects within a multidisciplinary environment

Access to an international network of clients and projects

Unlike larger commercial teams where progression can be dependent on vacancies becoming available, this business promotes based on capability, performance and potential.

The Role

You will support the delivery of a broad range of projects throughout the North West, providing both pre- and post-contract Quantity Surveying services.Responsibilities include:

Preparing cost plans and cost estimates

Cost modelling and feasibility studies

Tender documentation and procurement advice

Contract administration and cost reporting

Change management and final accounts

Supporting project delivery from inception through completion

Building and maintaining strong client relationships

Working within NEC and JCT contract environments

Supporting senior team members on complex commissions

Contributing to business development and client growth opportunities

About You

Consultancy Quantity Surveying or Cost Management experience

Strong pre-contract and post-contract knowledge

NEC experience

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Aspirations to become MRICS qualified

Experience of Cost X software advantageous

What's On Offer?

Salary: £50,000 - £60,000

✅ Hybrid and flexible working

✅ 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays

✅ Option to purchase additional holiday

✅ Private medical insurance

✅ Healthcare cash plan

✅ Life assurance (4x salary)

✅ Pension contribution up to 5%

✅ Professional subscription paid

✅ Structured mentoring and career development

✅ Access to a dedicated learning platform and development framework

✅ Clear progression pathway

✅ Opportunity to work within a global consultancy with a strong North West presence

LocationManchester | Hybrid Working (typically 3 days office/site based)

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If you're looking for a consultancy where your development is actively supported, your achievements are recognised and your career progression is genuinely achievable, we'd love to speak with you!

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