Job Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to nationally significant programmes and work alongside some of the brightest minds in Project, Programme & Commercial Management. You can grow your career on complex infrastructure and defence projects that make a lasting impact.

We are seeking a Cost Manager to join our growing Defence team, supporting high-profile programmes across the UK. This role offers the opportunity to work on critical projects within a secure environment, helping our clients successfully deliver major capital investments.

This position is based in Cumbria, with an expectation of three days per week on-site. Due to the nature of the work, you must be eligible to obtain Security Clearance.

A little more about your role...

As a Cost Manager, you will provide commercial and cost management expertise throughout the project lifecycle, supporting the successful delivery of major defence and infrastructure programmes.

You will:

• Develop and manage project cost plans, options appraisals and estimates across key stages of the project lifecycle.
• Monitor project budgets, forecasts and financial performance.
• Undertake cost reporting, cost assurance reviews, benchmarking, change control and risk analysis to support robust project decisions.
• Support procurement and contract administration activities.
• Work collaboratively with project managers, engineers and client teams.
• Provide commercial insight to inform key project decisions.
• Contribute to the delivery of complex programmes within highly regulated environments.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing team working on some of the UK's most strategically important projects, while benefiting from WSP's commitment to professional development and career progression.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate...

• Experience working as a Cost Manager, Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Manager within major projects or programmes.
• Strong cost planning and estimating capability, including the preparation of estimates at different project stages, option comparisons, benchmarking and the use of relevant cost data.
• Experience of cost assurance activities, including reviewing estimates, testing assumptions, identifying cost risks and providing clear, evidence-based recommendations, alongside administering contracts and managing project change.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary delivery teams.
• MRICS qualified (preferred) or working towards.
• Experience within Defence, Nuclear, Infrastructure or other highly regulated sectors would be advantageous.
• Eligibility to obtain UK Security Clearance is essential.

Don't quite meet all the criteria?

Apply anyway. We recognise that experience comes in many forms, and we'd love to understand how your skills and background could contribute to our team.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our global community of talented professionals who share a passion for shaping communities and delivering projects that make a difference. With opportunities for development, Chartership support, flexible working arrangements and access to industry-leading projects, WSP is a place where you can build a career as unique as you are.

With us, you can. Apply today.

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We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 11,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Work-life balance

At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.

Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging

We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a culture of inclusivity.

Health & Wellbeing

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.

Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time

To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.

We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Your development

We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

#WeAreWSP

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.