Senior Cost Manager

Gleeds; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A global construction consultancy in Madrid is seeking a Senior professional to manage customer relationships and coordinate cost management in data centre projects. The ideal candidate will have sound experience in construction projects, excellent problem-solving skills, and a degree in Quantity Surveying. This role offers development opportunities and flexible working arrangements.

Servicios

Flexible working arrangements

Employee Assistance Programme

Career development opportunities

Formación

• Sound experience in data centre construction projects.
• Knowledge of tendering and contract strategies.
• Effective oral and written communication.

Responsabilidades

• Manage customer relationships and coordinate service delivery.
• Prepare and present cost estimates and option studies.
• Mentor and coach employees in their professional development.

Conocimientos

Commercial/cost management experience

Construction procurement strategies

Effective communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Proficiency in ICT tools

Educación

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Herramientas

MS Outlook

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

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About The Role

About this opportunity

Senior professional responsible for managing customer relationships and coordinating cost management service delivery for data centre construction projects – from early cost advice to settlement of the final account.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Supporting Business Unit Directors in delivering business objectives.
• Engaging positively with customers and developing, growing, and maintaining customer relationships.
• Delivering high-quality services and ensuring that cost management deliverables meet customer requirements and adhere to business procedures.
• Preparing and presenting cost estimates and option studies.
• Cost planning and 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 payments.
• Settling final accounts.
• Providing technical advice on legal and contractual issues related to construction projects.
• Administering contracts as Contract Administrator or Employer’s Agent.
• Producing and presenting reports to customers.
• Mentoring and coaching employees to reach their full potential.
• Preparing bids for services.
• Managing service delivery for profit.
• Advising directors promptly of any issues that arise or might arise on projects, especially those impacting Gleeds' professional indemnity insurance.

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

• Opportunities to develop and grow your career.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Flexible working arrangements.

About You

Who we’re looking for:

Experience, Knowledge, and Key Skills

• Sound commercial/cost management experience in data centre construction projects, covering pre-contract, construction, and post-contract cost management tasks.
• Practical knowledge of construction procurement strategies, including tendering and contract strategies.
• Experience of post-contract cost management tasks.
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written.
• Methodical approach to work.
• Organizational skills and adaptability to changing environments.
• Excellent problem-solving, negotiating, financial, and numeracy skills.
• Proficiency in ICT tools, including MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work and manage teams effectively.
• English - C2 / native level.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying.
• Professional qualifications or memberships of RICS, CIOB, CICES, CIPS, or other relevant Chartered Institutes are desirable.

About Us

Gleeds is a place to be part of something bigger. We pride ourselves on our diverse and supportive culture that empowers you to make a difference and build connections with colleagues and clients. Enjoy meaningful work that shapes our future while steering your own career in a trusting environment. Benefit from our rich heritage and global opportunities.

With over 75 offices worldwide, you’ll be part of a truly global team that values diverse perspectives and ideas. We believe in building quality relationships at the heart of good business and are committed to the success of our people, clients, and communities – creating safer, more sustainable places to live, work, and thrive.

Our values:

• 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 value work/life balance and offer flexible working arrangements to suit individual needs.

Gleeds is a Great Place to Work certified employer.