Senior Engineering Services Cost Manager

Location: Perth

Sector: Building Services & Cost Consultancy

We are currently representing a highly regarded consultancy with a strong presence in the building services sector, known for delivering precise and innovative cost management solutions across large-scale developments. With a growing portfolio of high-profile commercial and infrastructure projects, they are seeking an experienced and driven Senior Engineering Services Cost Manager to join their Perth team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially astute cost professional to step into a senior leadership role, shaping key outcomes on complex projects and mentoring emerging talent within a collaborative environment.

About the Role

As a Senior Engineering Services Cost Manager, you will lead the cost management and estimating for engineering systems across major construction and infrastructure projects. This includes mechanical, electrical, fire, and hydraulics systems. You’ll provide technical leadership, strategic advice, and ensure commercial best practices are maintained throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

· • Deliver accurate and detailed cost plans for building services (mechanical, electrical, fire, hydraulics)

· • Lead pre- and post-contract cost management services on high-value projects

· • Provide guidance on procurement strategies, risk management, and value engineering

· • Conduct benchmarking, feasibility studies, and design cost analysis

· • Review contractor claims, variations, and manage progress assessments

· • Collaborate closely with clients, consultants, and subcontractors to drive project outcomes

· • Mentor junior team members and contribute to knowledge-sharing within the team

Ideal Candidate

· • Professional qualifications in engineering, quantity surveying, building services, or construction management

· • Extensive experience in cost estimation and management of engineering services

· • Strong technical understanding of building services systems across sectors

· • Ability to lead complex projects with minimal supervision

· • Strong client-facing skills and the ability to manage stakeholder expectations

· • Advanced proficiency in cost planning software and Microsoft Office

· • Australian citizenship or preferred due to defence work

We welcome applications from veterans and transitioning Australian Defence Force personnel with relevant experience.

What’s on Offer

· • A senior role within a respected building services cost consultancy

· • Attractive salary package reflective of experience and expertise

· • Ongoing opportunities for career development and team leadership

· • Exposure to a wide variety of high-profile commercial and infrastructure projects

· • A supportive, professional, and collaborative working culture

If you're ready to take the lead on engineering services cost management in a dynamic consultancy environment, we encourage you to apply. If you would like to have a discreet conversation, please feel free to call me, Chris Platts on 0487 623 042.