Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey.
We are seeking an experienced Senior Cost Consultant (Senior Manager) to join our growing Life Sciences and Pharmaceuticals team, supporting some of the world's leading pharmaceutical, biotechnology, research and advanced manufacturing organisations.
This role offers the opportunity to work on complex capital programmes and highly regulated facilities across Europe and globally, including research laboratories, manufacturing plants, pilot facilities, innovation centres and technically advanced healthcare environments.
The successful candidate will have strong cost management experience within the life sciences sector and demonstrable experience of laboratory environments incorporating Containment Levels 1- 4 (CL1- CL4). Experience across every containment level is not required; however, candidates should understand the commercial,



technical and operational complexities associated with specialist laboratory and high-containment facilities.
You’ll be responsible for:
- Directing the development, ownership and presentation of cost plans throughout the project lifecycle.
- Providing strategic cost management advice on complex laboratory, manufacturing and research facilities.
- Managing procurement activities including tendering, bid analysis, contract formation and commercial negotiations.
- Supporting clients in achieving programme objectives through effective commercial management, benchmarking and value optimisation.
- Building trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders, consultants and delivery partners.
- Ensuring robust financial governance and ethical commercial management across all commissions.
- Supporting sustainable project outcomes, including whole-life cost and carbon considerations.
- Driving best practice and co

📌 Senior Cost Consultant (Roma)
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