Darren Yates
Bebington,Wirral
Summary
Experienced Cost Consultant with over 30 years in the construction industry, delivering projects valued from £50k to £30m across various sectors. Skilled in Design & Build and Traditional procurement routes, providing timely feasibility studies and cost advice throughout pre and post-contract stages. Collaborates effectively with Project Managers and Architects to meet client requirements, ensuring project success and fostering strong client relationships.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Senior Cost Consultant
Rider Levett Bucknall (UK) Ltd
Liverpool, Merseyside
1997.06 - Current
- Manage commercial and contractual aspects of construction projects valued up to £30m from pre-construction through to final account.
- Prepare and monitor project budgets, forecasts, cash flow reports.
- Prepare tender documentation, evaluate tender bids and recommend contract award.
- Achieve cost savings through value engineering initiatives.
- Administer contracts under JCT, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and project requirements. More recently, administering a contract under NEC4 Option A (with Activity Schedule).
- Undertake both Employers Agent and Contract Administrator roles.
- Negotiate and agree variations, compensation events and final accounts with both clients and main contractors.
- Manage main contractor valuations and recommend payments.
- Produce monthly financial statements for clients.
- Liaise closely with project managers, design teams, and clients to achieve programme, quality, and financial objectives.
- Mentor and supervise both Assistant Cost Manager Apprentice and Assistant Cost Manager Graduate, supporting their professional development.
- Assist both Office Operations Manager and Office Manager with general office logistics.
Trainee Quantity Surveyor
Frank Dobson Partnership
Bebington, Wirral
1995.08 - 1996.08
- Assisted senior management with both pre-contract and post-contract services during a 1 year sandwich placement year through University.
- Tasks comprised: Measurement, preparation of tender documentation, tender reports, contracts, valuations, financial statements and final accounts.
Trainee Quantity Surveyor
Tarmac Construction Ltd
Bromborough, Wirral
1988.08 - 1991.12
- Assisted in setting up new tender projects and managing sub-contractor enquiries for tender bids within Estimating department at Contract Housing as Trainee Estimator.
- Supported senior site surveyors in re-measurement of works activities, valuation preparation, and processing of sub-contractor payments and final accounts within Quantity Surveying department at Contract Housing.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Quantity Surveying
Liverpool John Moores University
Liverpool 1993.09 - 1997.06
Skills
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Experienced surveyor in a range of sectors including retail, leisure, education and residential
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Phased development expertise
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Experience of all procurement routes, including Design & Build and Traditional
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Communication skills
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Feasibility studies delivery
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Collaborative design teamwork
Affiliations
- Attending theatre, concerts, playing golf and bowls.
Professional Membership
- MRICS
- CSCS
Timeline
Senior Cost Consultant
Rider Levett Bucknall (UK) Ltd
1997.06 - Current
Trainee Quantity Surveyor
Frank Dobson Partnership
1995.08 - 1996.08
Bachelor of Science - Quantity Surveying
Liverpool John Moores University
1993.09 - 1997.06
Trainee Quantity Surveyor
Tarmac Construction Ltd
1988.08 - 1991.12