Cost Manager

About the role

The Cost Manager will join AECOM's Dublin office, reporting to the Cost Management Lead. This role supports all aspects of project budgeting, procurement and cost control, ensuring transparent and accountable financial processes across infrastructure projects.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective cost‑control processes to monitor, manage and forecast project budgets and expenditure.
• Prepare, review and maintain project budgets, ensuring alignment with objectives and financial constraints.
• Lead the full procurement lifecycle, including pre‑qualification, tendering, evaluation, supplier selection and contract preparation.
• Oversee preparation and assessment of tender documentation for accuracy, completeness and compliance.
• Produce detailed cost reports and present insights to senior management, recommending financial efficiency improvements.
• Collaborate with functional leads such as Cost Estimating, Scheduling, Scope and Benefits, and Systems Implementation for integrated planning.
• Partner with project managers and stakeholders to define cost objectives and monitor performance against targets.
• Identify and assess cost‑related risks, developing mitigation strategies to minimise financial exposure.
• Conduct detailed cost analyses to support value‑for‑money outcomes and cost‑saving initiatives.

Required profile

• Reports to the Cost Management Lead.
• Based in the Dublin office.
• Works collaboratively with project teams and functional leads.
• Supports budgeting, procurement and cost control activities.

Required skills