Cost Manager

About The Role

Assistant Cost Manager

About this opportunity

We're not just a construction consultancy, we're a catalyst for change. Since 1885, we've been bringing to life new ideas and big visions for the built environment. In today's fast-changing world, we're continually connecting people, places, ideas and possibilities to make every day another step towards a better future.

Our London Cost Management team is searching for a chartered cost manager or chartered quantity surveyor to join the team as it continues to grow on the back of major framework wins and increased commissions from high profile clients in the London region. You'll be joining a well established and experienced cost management team with an excellent reputation in the market, coming on board as we move into our new London offices & global headquarters for the business.

As a Chartered Cost Manager, you will be responsible for managing costs and budgets of construction projects, including new builds, renovations and maintenance works from early cost advice to settlement of the final account. You will work collaboratively as part of a specialist cost management team, supporting Senior team members and providing advice and guidance to junior surveyors.

You will have the opportunity to further your exposure to different client bases, projects and industry sectors, including residential, commercial, education, healthcare, data centres and life sciences sectors. You will also have ample opportunity for progression within the team and the region, with the choice of becoming a sector specialist, developing into a team manager, or taking a lead role with specific clients.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Supporting Business Unit Directors in delivering business objectives.
• Positively engaging with Customers and developing, growing and maintaining Customer relationships.
• Delivering high quality services and ensuring that cost management deliverables meet Customers' requirements.
• Managing projects and delivering high quality services and deliverables in accordance with the business procedures.
• Preparing and presenting order of cost estimates and option studies.
• Cost planning.
• Cost-in-use studies.
• Advising on and implementing procurement strategies.
• Preparing tender documentation and managing the tender process, including designing tender marking schemes.
• Evaluating and reporting on tenders.
• Valuing completed work and arranging for payments.
• Settling final accounts.
• Administrating contracts as Contract Administrator or Employer's Agent.
• Producing and presenting reports to Customers.
• Identifying new business development opportunities and driving growth across the Business Units activities.
• Managing service delivery for profit.
• Advising Directors promptly of any issues that have arisen, or that might arise, on projects; particularly those that might impact on Gleeds professional indemnity (PI) insurance.

As a Gleeds team member, you will have access to:

• Opportunities to develop and grow your career.
• A contributory pension scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Our global travel scholarship programme.
• Flexible working arrangements.

About You

Who we're looking for:

Experience, Knowledge and Key Skills

• Sound cost management experience post MRICS qualification.
• Sound knowledge and practical experience of cost estimating and planning.
• Good knowledge of construction methods and materials.
• Working knowledge of construction procurement strategies, including tendering and contract strategies.
• Good knowledge and experience of post-contract cost management tasks.
• Clear and effective communication skills - both oral and written.
• Methodical way of thinking and approach to work.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to quickly adapt to changing environments.
• Excellent problem, negotiating, finance and numeracy management skills.
• Sound ICT skills, with a good level of proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to absorb complex information and assess requirements readily.
• Clear understanding of legislation impacting on building contracts.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

Qualifications

• MRICS (Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors).

About Us

A world of opportunity

Gleeds is a place to be part of something bigger. We take pride in our diverse and supportive culture that empowers you to make a difference while creating connections with brilliant people - colleagues and clients alike. Enjoy doing work that shapes our collective future, while steering your own journey in a trusting environment. Benefit from our rich heritage and global opportunities as you construct a career with purpose.

With over 75 offices across the globe, you'll become part of a truly global team that isn't restricted by borders. We welcome new perspectives and ideas but above all, we believe that quality relationships sit at the heart of good business. We strive to be the people that seek to understand and bring people together. Wherever we are in the world, we're committed to the success of our people, clients and communities - giving everyone a safer and more sustainable place to live, work and thrive.

Our values underpin what we stand for and how we work:

• Professionalism with personality.
• Excellence with humility.
• Innovation with agility.

We're an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications regardless of age, disability, marital status, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, transgender status or gender.

We recognise the importance of work/life balance and agree flexible working arrangements to suit each individual.

Gleeds is a Great Place to Work certified employer.