Cost and Data Manager - London Bridge, London

We're looking for a Cost & Data Manager who will take the lead, working closely with other stakeholders in the team and wider business to provide a best-in-class property helpdesk; quality assurance strategies to ensure that the maximum benefit is derived from our management systems working alongside the Senior Programme Manager. Key Role Responsibilities:

• To lead the management of the Helpdesk and the administration of the Reactive / Planned Maintenance activities
• Management of the quality assurance process in relation to data within the CAFM system
• Holds budgetary responsibility
• Support continuous improvement through value engineering techniques and processes, identifying inefficiencies and cost optimization opportunities
• Analyse and identify key areas of improvement and apply cost estimation techniques to drive cost reductions and aid operational processes and efficiency across the estate
• Monitor and review data and information to detect and assess problems and make recommendations to resolve issues
• Utilize cost methodologies and tools to prepare and maintain reliable and accurate data
• Ensure professional and consistent cost management processes are applied to the reactive and planned activities
• Ensure appropriate monitoring, reporting systems and procedures are in place to meet objectives in line with the programme manager
• Provide strategic and operational information and reports to share with others as and when required
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure optimal performance
• Work in conjunction with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate and implement cost engineering activities in the business
• Oversee supplier quotations to ensure meets 'should cost' estimates
• Support Procurement in supplier meetings and negotiations to challenge quotation prices and aim for cost reductions to meet target costs
• Work closely with the Procurement team to ensure purchasing strategies are maximised
• Experience in leading or delivering a step change within an organisation to improve cost processes and reporting would be beneficial
  
  Detailed knowledge of Planon (or other similar) CAFM system
• Continually strives to improve knowledge, skills and abilities to produce the best results
• Demonstrable experience of working within an FM/ Construction environment (one or the other)
• A reasonable level of general education educated to A' Level / GCSE level or with demonstrable written and numerical skills.
• Experience of tracking repairs and maintenance activities
• Helpful, friendly personality with effective communication skills
• Behave in a professional, courteous and helpful manner towards colleagues and residents at all times
• Be a positive advocate for change, highlighting and implementing business improvement initiatives.
  
  iQ is one of the UK's biggest providers of student accommodation, committed to giving our 30,000 students in 81 sites across 29 UK cities their best year yet. Our London- and Manchester-based support teams are the oil that keeps the iQ wheels turning, providing our brilliant site teams (circa 600 employees) with everything they need to deliver a fantastic student experience every day.
The iQ Support functions cover everything from Real Estate and Legal to Marketing, People and Finance, but what we all have in common is our uncompromising commitment to doing the right thing, even when nobody's watching. The iQ thing. iQers are a pretty special bunch. Our team is bursting with independent thinkers and problem solvers, who join us to explore what's possible and build a career as part of a diverse, fun and supportive team. If you have people skills, personality and potential, you're already our cup of tea. Ready to feel like you've got the best job ever?, We're iQ Student, the 2nd largest provider of student accommodation in the UK. Our mission is to reimagine the student living experience, and give our Students their best year yet. We always look for passionate individuals who want to make a difference to our students' lives. In return we can offer you a fun working environment, excellent perks and we'll also help you to develop in your career with our awesome learning and development opportunities.