Cost Manager-Rail projects

AECOM · Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland

  • Senior
  • Full-time
  • Posted 2026-09-24
  • Confirmed live on 25 September 2026

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Job Description
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At AECOM, we are currently recruiting for a Cost Manager-Rail projects to join our Dublin office.
The Cost Manager reports to the Cost Management Lead and supports all aspects of project budgeting, procurement, and cost control. The role is responsible for developing and implementing robust cost management processes, overseeing procurement activities, and ensuring compliance with relevant industry standards and organisational policies.
Working collaboratively with project teams, the Cost Manager contributes to cohesive planning and efficient project execution while driving continuous improvement across the cost management function. This role is essential in ensuring the responsible use of funds and maintaining transparency and accountability in all financial processes.
Key accountabilities

• 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 project objectives and financial constraints.

• Lead the full procurement lifecycle, including prequalification, tendering, evaluation, supplier selection, and contract preparation.

• Oversee the preparation and assessment of tender documentation, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with project requirements.

• Produce detailed cost reports and present insights to senior management, providing recommendations to enhance financial efficiency and optimise costs.

• Work collaboratively with functional leads—including Cost Estimating, Scheduling, Scope and Benefits, and Systems Implementation—to support integrated planning and delivery.

• Partner with project managers and stakeholders to define cost objectives and monitor performance against established targets.

• Identify and assess cost‑related risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimise financial exposure.

• Conduct detailed cost analyses and provide recommendations to support value‑for‑money outcomes and cost‑saving initiatives.

• Prepare and present cost reports, including variance analyses and cost projections, to support informed decision‑making.

• Proactively monitor and manage cost variances and contract cash flow, ensuring accurate and timely submission of applications. Ensure all cost‑management activities comply with relevant regulations, standards, and industry best practices.

• Drive continuous improvement within the cost‑management function by promoting best‑practice methodologies and innovative approaches.

• Coach and support junior team members, delegating responsibilities to ensure effective delivery of cost‑management activities.

• Undertake additional duties as required to support the role and ensure successful project delivery.

Qualifications
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We are seeking a highly experienced professional with a strong background in our primary infrastructure markets.
As the successful candidate, you will bring the following qualifications and experience:

• A Level 8 degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline

• Proven experience in delivering cost management for projects or projects of comparable complexity and scale.

• Extensive experience supporting cost‑management activities within major project environments, enabling the achievement of programme goals and objectives.

• Significant expertise in conceptual project budgeting, construction risk identification, scheduling, project planning, design, and cost estimating across multiple project stages.

• Strong experience engaging with a wide range of stakeholders at all organisational levels, influencing process improvements and providing guidance to support effective project delivery and reporting.

Additional Information
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For further information about the role, reach out to the recruiter on LinkedIn Colum Calnan
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About AECOM
AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclus

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