Assistant Cost Manager

JLL; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property services firm in London is seeking a Quantity Surveyor/Cost Manager to join a dynamic team. The successful candidate will manage key projects, deliver cost estimates, and optimize solutions for clients. A strong QS/CM background is essential, with MRICS preferred. This role offers opportunities for professional growth and the use of the latest IT equipment in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Latest IT equipment

Remote working capability

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering projects for various client groups.
• Ability to build strong relationships with clients and contractors.
• Enthusiastic, proactive, and self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Support feasibility cost estimates and detailed cost plans.
• Deliver post-contract duties including cost reporting and administration.
• Collaborate with clients and design teams.

Skills

Project management

Cost estimation

Client relationship management

Microsoft Office

Quantitative skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Technical QS/CM background

MRICS preferred

Job description

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We are interested in speaking with candidates up to Quantity Surveyor / Cost Manager (QS/CM) level about a position in our London team.

Role Purpose

We have an exciting opportunity to join our growing London Occupier, Hospitality and Investor client teams, a friendly, professional and dynamic group.

The successful candidate will have experience in delivering projects to a variety of client groups, managing key client projects, and providing advice/guidance to multi-disciplinary teams, as well as supporting the management and direction to the client. This is a fast-paced team with an enviable client list and increasing workload; there is significant opportunity for progression and rapid career development.

You will be reporting into an Associate or Director with the ability to support the delivery of projects from your first day. You will need to demonstrate experience with relevant projects and the ability to manage and build strong relationships with clients, consultants, and contractors. You will also be encouraged to support bids and engage with other areas of the business.

The ideal candidate will have a technical and experience-based QS/CM background. MRICS is preferred but not necessarily mandatory for the right individual.

As expected of a modern team, you will be provided with the latest IT equipment, remote working capability, personal and professional development, and ongoing innovation of new products and software to improve our service.

What this job involves

1. Support and undertake feasibility cost estimates and detailed cost plans
2. Understand & communicate risks associated with design proposals
3. Deliver post-contract duties including payment, cost reporting, and contract administration
4. Work closely with clients, design teams, and contractors to optimize solutions
5. Experience of project procurement and different routes available
6. Identify better buying, value management, and supply chain opportunities
7. Undertake data collection to support benchmarking and knowledge management
8. A background in delivering appropriately sized projects for occupier and investor clients
9. A track record of delivering high-quality services from inception to completion
10. Enthusiastic, proactive, and self-motivated
11. Developed verbal, numerical, and report/proposal writing skills
12. Flexible and able to work to deadlines
13. Good knowledge of Microsoft Office products
14. Willing to become part of a dynamic, engaged, and supportive team
15. Recognize opportunities by working with property consultancy colleagues to identify new opportunities

Description

We are interested in speaking with candidates up to Quantity Surveyor / Cost Manager (QS/CM) level about a position in our London team.

Role Purpose

We have an exciting opportunity to join our growing London Occupier, Hospitality, and Investor client teams, a friendly, professional, and dynamic group.

The successful candidate will have experience in delivering projects to various client groups, managing key client projects, and providing advice/guidance to multi-disciplinary teams, supporting management and client direction. This is a fast-paced team with a strong client list and increasing workload; there is significant opportunity for progression and rapid career development.

You will report to an Associate or Director and support project delivery from day one. You need to demonstrate relevant project experience and the ability to build strong relationships with clients, consultants, and contractors. You will be encouraged to support bids and engage with other business areas.

The ideal candidate will have a technical and experience-based QS/CM background. MRICS is preferred but not mandatory.

As part of a modern team, you will receive the latest IT equipment, remote working capabilities, ongoing professional development, and innovative products and software to improve our services.

What this job involves

• Support and undertake feasibility cost estimates and detailed cost plans
• Understand & communicate risks related to design proposals
• Deliver post-contract duties including payments, cost reporting, and contract administration
• Collaborate with clients, design teams, and contractors to optimize solutions
• Experience with project procurement and different routes available
• Identify opportunities for better buying, value management, and supply chain improvements
• Collect data to support benchmarking and knowledge management
• Deliver projects appropriately sized for occupier and investor clients
• Maintain a high standard of service from inception to completion
• Be enthusiastic, proactive, and self-motivated
• Develop strong verbal, numerical, and report writing skills
• Be flexible and able to meet deadlines
• Have good knowledge of Microsoft Office products
• Be willing to join a dynamic, supportive team
• Work with property consultancy colleagues to identify new opportunities

Location: On-site – London, GBR

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