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. 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. 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 consistently uphold Mace's values and professional standards.



Directing and mentor cost management teams, promoting excellence and continuous improvement.

Contributing to the development of life sciences cost management capability across Mace. Supporting innovation, digital cost management tools and data-driven decision making. Significant cost management experience within the Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, Healthcare or Advanced Technology sectors.

Experience delivering projects involving laboratory facilities with CL1-CL4 containment environments (experience across a selection of containment levels is acceptable) Strong cost planning, estimating, procurement and commercial management expertise.

Experience working on highly serviced, technically complex facilities. Ability to engage confidently with senior client stakeholders and multidisciplinary project teams. Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Cost Management or a related discipline. Professional qualification such as MRICS or equivalent. Strong commercial and financial acumen. Knowledge of value engineering, benchmarking, lifecycle costing and construction contract frameworks.

Experience managing or mentoring cost management teams. Understanding of GMP, regulatory requirements and project delivery within operational or regulated environments. Safety first - Going home safe and well: We champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in every team.

We own the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and build long term relationships with our clients. We influence positive outcomes within our industry, while always aligning with our compliance obligations. Create opportunity - For our people to excel: We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop.

We are also open to discussing tempo parziale, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable with-in the role. #

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