Head of Cost Management - Global Property Development
Head Office: London (with UK & international travel)
£100,000 - £115,000 base salary + bonus (up to 25%)

Are you an experienced cost management leader with a track record of delivering multi-site property developments at scale? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a global organisation on an exciting growth journey as Head of Cost Management within their Property Development team.

The Role

• Own the accurate calculation of all capital project costs and manage projects against approved cost plans.
• Deliver projects on or below budget and drive year-on-year cost savings across new builds, refurbishments, and other major capital investments.
• Lead procurement and tender processes, appointing and managing contractors, suppliers, and advisers.
• Provide accurate reporting of capex expenditure to senior stakeholders, up to C-suite.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives, including value engineering and process optimisation.
• Drive delivery of large-scale property projects on time and within budget, ensuring resources and supply chains are effectively managed.
• Recruit, develop, and motivate a high-performing team of Quantity Surveyors and cost professionals.

About You

• A degree or post-graduate qualification in Quantity Surveying or Finance, and professional chartership.
• Experience overseeing a £100m+ portfolio of development projects.
• Proven expertise in cost management, investment decision-making, and delivering multi-site property programmes.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at executive level.
• A collaborative, hands-on leadership style with the ability to develop and motivate teams.
• Experience in appointing and managing contractors and third-party partners.
• Resilience, adaptability, and the ability to make critical decisions under pressure.
• Willingness to travel across the UK and internationally.

Benefits

• Private healthcare and wellbeing support.
• Generous pension scheme.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (with the option to buy additional leave).
• Life assurance and income protection.
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities.
• Professional development support, including funding for training and qualifications.
• Gym membership discounts and wellbeing initiatives.
• Opportunities to travel internationally and work on high-profile projects.

This is a senior leadership role in a global, forward-thinking organisation that is expanding rapidly. You'll have the chance to make a tangible impact, driving cost efficiencies and shaping the future of property development within the business