Group Head of Capital Cost Management

The Group Head of Capital Cost Management will be based at our Group HQ in Camden, London, supporting the countries we operate in with delivering their capital programmes. You will collaborate with the Group Capital Projects Director, Country Property Directors and Country cost managers, reviewing a capital projects programme of c £200m spend, 300 projects, with projects ranging from £150k to £1m+ capital spend, deploying best practice to reduce cost/m2m delivering target savings. Manage and maintain Group capital project standards, cost blueprint templates, benchmark databases and assist in developing and reporting on value creation initiatives. This global and strategic role involves working with multiple brands on various projects, from new restaurant openings to refurbishments. The respective country teams will manage onsite project delivery and administration of contracts. What you'll be doing:

• Reviewing all schemes £150k+ across the Group and recommend for approval to the Group Investment committee (GIC)
• Ensure due process has been followed with tendering, value engineering techniques deployed, compliance with Group category blueprints, equipment catalogue etc.
• Working with franchised brands to develop plans to leverage SSP buying either via equipment suppliers or preferred contractors to deliver schemes with reduced cost/m2 whilst ensuring are fit for purpose.
• Best practice - support the development of "future store" concepts in terms of methods of construction e.g. modular, off site, use of technology etc to optimise cost/m2, ensuring schemes are fit for purpose in a design to cost approach
• Develop existing benchmarking tools based both on internal costs/m2 as well as against market / competitors to ensure SSP is best in class / top quartile.
• Assist as necessary on tender analysis on specific initiatives or schemes e.g. regional casework tender.
• Working with the Group Head of Store Design & Formats and our outsourced design house MDS in India, maintaining blueprint cost templates for core brand categories such as coffee and bakery, casual dining, bars etc to determine a cost/m2 and to validate any incremental scope.
• In conjunction with existing Country cost manager community, work with MDS to plan and further expand their current cost management services in EEME & APAC to other regions, to support project budgets, tender reviews, investment committee documentation and final accounts.
• Ensure schemes reviewed comply with the Group energy standards e.g. Building management systems, LEDs etc.
• Support delivery of SSP's Sustainability strategy towards Net Zero, including embedding proven initiatives into standard cost models ensuring scheme compliance.
To be successful in this role you will need:
• To have held a client-side senior Cost / Capital Projects Management role within an International multi-brand, Customer facing business.
  
  Experience working independently and remotely, delivering through Team's located in different Countries.
• Highly commercial - must have a proven track record in value creation and deployment and embedding best practice
• Presentation and confidence skills to the executive board and senior management
• Experienced in creating and managing excel databases
• Strong attention to detail, work prioritisation and meeting deadlines.
• Experience of working across a complex stakeholder base and operating through influence and not just line authority.
• 10-15+ years of Cost Management or project management experience in a complex Retail / Leisure or F&B environment
• A relevant degree in Quantity Surveying / Construction management, Programme management or similar.
• Strong skills in IT. e.g. Excel / databases / Board level report writing.
  
  We Are Food Travel Experts
SSP is a leading operator of food and beverage concessions in travel locations, operating restaurants, bars, cafés, food courts, lounges and convenience stores in airports, train stations, motorway service stations and other leisure locations. We are present in nearly 40 countries around the world, and we run more than 550 international, national and local owned and franchised brands across approximately 2,600 units. Our purpose is to be the best part of the journey. From providing rewarding and fulfilling career journeys for our 37,000 colleagues worldwide to providing great experiences for our customers as they travel, this ethos drives the culture of SSP. Be you. That's how we like it. Great food and drink are diverse by nature. Our food is authentic, creates great experiences and brings people together. The same goes for our DE&I (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) strategy at SSP. By empowering our colleagues and celebrating our differences, we create great experiences for our people and help them thrive as one global team. Bring your appetite for opportunity! Learning is a constant adventure, and we're passionate about supporting all of our colleagues in their development. From accredited apprenticeships to senior management training, we have a range of pathways and programmes dedicated to your growth. And with our online academy full of resources, you can learn your way. Benefits of joining SSP: At SSP, we don't just offer jobs; we provide dynamic career opportunities with a host of benefits

Employee Discounts: Enjoy up to a 50% discount on various SSP brands and franchises across the UK. Flexible Scheduling: To accommodate various lifestyles, we are promoting work-life balance Free Meal and Parking while on shifts Continuous Growth: Access award-winning training, apprenticeships and development programs to enhance your skills and advance your career, Duty Manager Development Programme Help@Hand App: from shopping discounts, GP appointments, 24/7 helpline to financial and wellbeing support for you and your loved ones Health and Wellbeing Support: Retail Trust, flexible working, comprehensive family-friendly leave Culture: We value diversity and inclusion at SSP, and we have a variety of colleague networks to support you, such as LGBTQ+, Women's Network, Neurodiversity and Disability and many more. Activities: Barista Competition, Millie's Cookies Ice off Challenge, Superstars Recognition Financial Support: Pension Plans, Life assurance, Share Incentives Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme, competitive pay rates and more