Senior Cost Manager

2 days ago

Dublin, Dublin City, Ireland Cumming Group UK & Europe Full time
Overview

Location: Dublin, Ireland

Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time

Work Model: Hybrid (Office / Client Site / Remote as applicable)

At Cumming Group, you will work on some of the world's most exciting construction and development projects in a fast-paced, collaborative environment—where your success is measured by the impact you make.

We are one of the fastest-growing project and cost management consultancies in the United States, consistently ranked in the ENR Top 10. With over 60 offices globally, a wide-ranging portfolio across sectors, and continuous double-digit year-over-year revenue growth, your opportunities to make your mark are limitless.

Responsibilities
  • Review, interpret, and prepare cost estimates across all stages of design and construction.
  • Provide procurement advice, contractor tender analysis, and recommendation reports.
  • Lead and manage client accounts, including attending key meetings and providing strategic input.
  • Review contracts and participate in contract negotiations.
  • Evaluate change orders and contractor pricing throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Manage contract administration activities and support construction phase cost controls.
  • Deliver continuous cost management services, including value engineering and cashflow forecasting.
  • Prepare and review project plans, fee proposals, and internal resourcing plans.
  • Support senior management with client reporting, performance tracking, and commercial input.
  • Mentor and develop junior cost consultants and commercial managers within the team.
  • Represent Cumming Group at industry events, with a focus on business development and network building.
What You Bring
  • Education: Degree in Quantity Surveying, Cost Management, Construction, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Experience: 5 years in cost consultancy or quantity surveying, ideally within a professional services environment.
  • Professional Accreditation: MRICS, AssocRICS, or equivalent chartered status (or working towards).
  • Strong knowledge of construction technology, local procurement and tendering practices, and Irish standard forms of contract (RIAI, GCCC).
  • Understanding of construction law, tax implications, insurance, and delivery methodologies in the Irish market.
  • Excellent commercial awareness and experience delivering projects across a range of sectors.
  • Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build strong client relationships.
  • Confidence in managing multiple priorities and delivering under pressure in a dynamic work environment.
Why Join Cumming Group

When you join our team, you become part of a business that invests in people, values diversity, and celebrates innovation. We empower our employees to deliver exceptional results while continuing to grow personally and professionally.

What we offer
  • A collaborative, people-first culture with real opportunities for career growth.
  • Hybrid working environment with flexibility and autonomy.
  • Exposure to landmark projects across commercial, healthcare, education, residential, and public sectors.
  • A global network of experienced professionals and technical experts.
  • Ongoing learning and development through internal and external programmes.
  • Frequent social and team-building events.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated, and everyone is afforded equality of opportunity. Cumming Group adheres to its equality, diversity, and inclusion policy. A copy of this policy is available for review should any potential candidate wish to review it.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Consulting

Industries: Construction


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