Associate - Cost Management

JLL; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

JLL in Manchester is recruiting to establish and develop a Cost Management team within the Project & Development Services. You will join an eight-strong local team supported by the London-based cost management network, and you will lead on client projects across sectors.

The ideal candidate has post-qualification experience, MRICS preferred, and a track record of delivering high-quality cost plans, feasibility studies, and procurement advice.

Qualifications

• Post-qualified experience in cost management across multiple sectors.
• MRICS is preferred but not mandatory for the right person.
• Experience managing client projects and advising multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide QS presence and lead a small team in Manchester.
• Undertake feasibility cost estimates and detailed cost plans.
• Understand and communicate risks in design proposals.
• Deliver post-contract duties including payment, cost reporting and contract administration.
• Work with clients, design teams and contractors to optimise solutions.
• Lead business development and client relationships.

Skills

Cost Management

Quantity Surveying

Client Management

Cost Planning

Education

MRICS

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way.

Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented peopleand empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.

Role Purpose

We have an exciting opportunity to establish and develop a Cost Management team within JLL’s Manchester Project & Development Services team. We are currently a team of 8 in Manchester and this unique opportunity will be supported and guided by our established and friendly Cost Management team in London and across the wider JLL network.

You will need to bring a number of years’ post qualified experience and have worked with a range of clients across several sectors and have experience of a variety of projects in terms of size and scale. You may have experience managing key client projects and providing advice / guidance to multi-disciplinary teams as well as supporting the management and direction to the client.

JLL has an enviable client list and established projects in Manchester and there is opportunity to bring your own stamp and personal brand to this role. You will have the support expected of one of the world’s leading businesses, but will be operating within a cohesive and established team with all the support needed to establish and capitalise on the successes of the JLL Manchester team. You will have a chance to innovate with our major clients, put that expertise into action on landmark projects and work on game-changing real estate initiatives. You will also make long-lasting professional connections – internally and externally - through sharing different perspectives and you will be inspired by the best.

You will be reporting into a director with ability to run projects from your first day. As such, you will need to demonstrate experience with appropriate projects as well as the ability to manage and build strong relationships with clients, consultants and contractors alike. You will also be encouraged to support on bids and engage with other areas of the business. You will also be encouraged to take an innovative and entrepreneurial approach to your work – we encourage innovation and support individuals within our world class 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.

What this job involves

• Providing a QS presence within the JLL Manchester Office with the ability to grow your own team
• Undertake feasibility cost estimates and detailed cost plans
• Understand & communicate risk associated with design proposals
• Deliver post contract duties including payment, cost reporting and contract administration
• Work closely with clients, design teams and contractors to optimise solutions
• Experience of project procurement and differing routes available
• Identify better buying, value management and supply chain opportunities
• Undertake data collection to support benchmarking and knowledge management
• Manage and own client relationships
• Lead with Business Development, internally and externally
• A background in the delivery of appropriately sized projects for occupier and investor clients
• A track record in delivering high quality services from inception to completion
• Enthusiastic, proactive and self-motivated
• Excellent verbal, numerical and report/proposal writing skills
• Flexible and have the ability to work to deadlines
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office products
• Willing to become part of a dynamic, engaged and supportive team
• Recognise the opportunities presented by working with many specialist property consultancy colleagues to identify new opportunities

Diversity and Inclusion is at the heart of JLL. We believe in recruiting, retaining, rewarding and developing all our employees with regard to their abilities and contributions and without reference to their background, gender, gender identity, ethnic origin, age, religion, sexual orientation, political belief, disability or long-term health condition.

Our Total Rewards program reflects our commitment to helping you achieve your ambitions in career, recognition, wellbeing, benefits and pay. Join us to develop your strengths and enjoy a fulfilling career full of varied experiences.

Location:

On-site –Greater Manchester, GBR

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