Assistant Cost Manager

Brandon James; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property and construction consultancy is seeking an Assistant Cost Manager to join their growing team in Leeds. In this role, you will gain experience across a range of commercial developments, assisting in cost estimates and procurement activities, and ensuring projects meet budget and client expectations. The successful candidate will hold a degree in Quantity Surveying and have strong analytical and communication skills. This position offers a salary between £30,000 - £40,000 and a hybrid working model.

Benefits

25 Days holiday + Bank holidays

APC Programme

Health insurance

Generous Pension Plan

Life assurance

Mobile and Laptop

Car allowance

Regular socials

Cycle to work scheme

Supportive culture

Flexible working conditions

Great work-life balance

Income protection

Internal training programmes

Death in Service contribution

Health & Wellness programme

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• Progressing towards MRICS qualification.
• Ability to manage workload effectively and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of cost estimates and detailed cost plans.
• Support procurement activities including tender documentation.
• Contribute to the preparation of interim valuations and final accounts.
• Attend site visits and client meetings.
• Maintain accurate records and assist with reporting on project financials.

Skills

Strong numerical skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

Job description

The Assistant Cost Manager

A leading UK multidisciplinary property and construction consultancy is looking to appoint an ambitious Assistant Cost Manager to join their growing team based in Leeds. This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience across a broad range of commercial developments, working within a supportive and collaborative team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of cost estimates and detailed cost plans.
• Support procurement activities including tender documentation and analysis.
• Contribute to the preparation of interim valuations and final accounts.
• Attend site visits and client meetings alongside senior team members.
• Maintain accurate records and assist with reporting on project financials.
• Help ensure projects are delivered within budget and to client expectations.

Requirements

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• Progressing towards MRICS qualification (or intent to work towards chartership).
• Strong numerical, analytical and communication skills.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages.
• Keen interest in the commercial property and construction sector.
• Ability to manage workload effectively with supervision and meet deadlines.

Benefits

• £30,000 - £40,000
• 25 Days holiday + Bank holidays
• APC Programme
• Health insurance
• Hybrid working
• Generous Pension Plan
• Life assurance
• Mobile and Laptop
• Car allowance
• Regular socials
• Cycle to work scheme
• Supportive culture
• Flexible working conditions
• Great work-life balance
• Income protection
• Internal training programmes
• Death in Service contribution
• Health & Wellness programme

If you are an Assistant Cost Manager considering your career opportunities, please contact Dominic Jansen at Brandon James.