Location:Sydney - Hybrid (2 days WFH if preferred)
Employment Type:Full-Time
Salary:$90000 - $110000 plus Superannuation
This is a strong opportunity for a Cost Manager to build their commercial capability while working across complex construction and property projects in Sydney.
The role would suit someone who enjoys working closely with clients and project teams preparing clear cost advice managing commercial processes and supporting project delivery from early cost planning through to final account.
About the Role
As Cost Manager the successful candidate will work across both pre-contract and post-contract cost management supporting clients with accurate cost planning tender analysis contract administration and financial reporting.
They will play a key role in helping clients make informed commercial decisions by preparing estimates cost plans valuations change assessments and final account documentation. The role will also involve resolving contract and commercial issues supporting the management of claims and maintaining clear communication across all project stakeholders.
This is a hands-on cost management role suited to someone who is organised commercially aware and confident working across multiple priorities in a client-facing environment.
Key Responsibilities
Preparing estimates cost plans and cost reports for key client projects
Supporting pre-contract cost planning and tender processes
Reviewing tender documentation analysis and reporting
Managing valuations variations and change order assessments
Assisting with final accounts including claims and loss and expense matters
Supporting the resolution of commercial contractual and project cost issues
Monitoring project spend and communicating financial updates clearly
Working closely with clients consultants contractors and internal project teams
Providing timely cost documentation to support clear project decisions
Helping ensure clients receive strong commercial value across project delivery
What the Successful Candidate Will Bring
Experience in cost management quantity surveying or a related construction discipline
Exposure to both pre-contract and post-contract cost management
Strong estimating cost planning and financial reporting skills
Understanding of contracts variations claims and final accounts
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to manage priorities and deadlines across multiple projects
Strong attention to detail and commercial judgement
Relevant degree or comparable industry experience
Willingness to travel occasionally for client project or team meetings
Why This Role
This is an opportunity to join a global cost and project management consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering complex high-value projects across multiple sectors.
The successful candidate will gain exposure to experienced project teams major clients and a broad range of cost management responsibilities. The business offers genuine responsibility career development and the opportunity to continue expanding both technical and client-facing capability.
The culture is collaborative diverse and relationship-focused with a strong emphasis on shared achievement professional growth and trusted partnerships with clients.
Culture and Values
The business is built around strong relationships both internally and with clients. The team values openness collaboration and a shared commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes.
This role would suit a Cost Manager who enjoys a dynamic environment wants to take ownership of their work and is looking to continue developing within a supportive high-performing consultancy environment.
To confidentially discuss this opportunity contact Jessica Baker on or email j
Kappa Executive Search is a boutique recruitment firm specialising in Architecture Interior Design and Project Management sectors. We partner with leading consultancies and top-tier talent across Australia to build lasting career connections.
Required Experience:
Manager
Cost Manager • Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada
Management Consultant / Business Strategy Specialist.AI data lab for training frontier models and evaluating AI agents.Experts contribute their diverse subject matter knowledge across domains such ... Voir plus
MCI is a leading tech‑enabled business services company.Experienced Call Center Trainer.You will play a key role in onboarding, upskilling, and supporting continuous learning across multiple client... Voir plus
The Fisher Investments Australasia Pty Ltd ("FIA") Associate Relationship Manager - Sales is a professional level employee responsible, alongside the firm's Sales Relationship Manager, for coverage... Voir plus
A local consulting firm in Nova Scotia is seeking a full-time Accounting Manager.This role oversees quality control and offers mentorship to accounting staff.Key responsibilities include ensuring a... Voir plus
A Canadian federal agency seeks an Instructor for Marine Training to manage training for Coast Guard officers.The successful candidate will hold a diploma in Marine Engineering and have experience ... Voir plus
MCI is a fast‑growing tech‑enabled business services company delivering Customer Experience (CX), Business Process Outsourcing (BPO), and Anything‑as‑a‑Service (XaaS) solutions.Your role will invol... Voir plus
Lead customer engagement as the Call Center Sales Manager at MCI in Sydney, NS, overseeing a dynamic team focused on sales and service excellence.Champion operational improvements and a customer-ce... Voir plus
Elevate your career with The Shoe Co.Assistant Manager, responsible for leading retail operations and enhancing customer experience.Your leadership will influence store performance and team dynamic... Voir plus
Join Fisher Investments Australasia as an Associate Relationship Manager specializing in sales for institutional clients.This position offers the chance to drive growth while building client relati... Voir plus
APJ Senior Software Partner Manager.Your work days are brighter here.The Partner Innovation organization works within GPO (Global Partner Organization) to define and develop our software partner ec... Voir plus
A retail fashion company seeks an Assistant Store Manager in Sydney to supervise the team and enhance the customer shopping experience.The role involves leading customer interactions and strategizi... Voir plus
Management Consultant / Business Strategy Specialist.AI data lab for training frontier models and evaluating AI agents.Experts contribute their diverse subject matter knowledge across domains such ... Voir plus
Start earning money fast and be your own boss.Instacart is a leading retail enablement platform that works with grocers and retailers to transform how people shop.Instacart’s platform helps people ... Voir plus
We are looking for an Account Manager for our landscape maintenance accounts in San Jose, CA.You’ll be the primary contact for your clients, building long‑term relationships and focusing on custome... Voir plus
A multinational technology company in Cape Breton Regional Municipality is seeking a sales strategist for information systems.Responsibilities include creating sales and marketing strategies, disco... Voir plus
Join Rexel: A Global Leader in Electrical Distribution.Rexel is a world leader in the electrical distribution market, operating in 18 Countries and leveraging a network of 1950 branches and 27000 e... Voir plus
Join us at EIT:At the Ellison Institute of Technology (EIT), we’re on a mission to translate scientific discovery into real world impact.We bring together visionary scientists, technologists, engin... Voir plus
MCI is one of the fastest-growing tech-enabled business services companies in the USA, with a strong call center footprint and operations that extend across multiple countries.We deliver Customer E... Voir plus
Join our team as an Account Manager focusing on landscape maintenance in San Jose, CA.Cultivate relationships, enhance services, and ensure client needs are met effectively.We are seeking an Accoun... Voir plus
WILL YOUR SHOES TAKE YOU TO A CAREER AT THE SHOE CO.At Designer Brands Canada, we encourage you to be yourself and respect others for who they are.Our diversity makes us strong and creates an inclu... Voir plus
