Chartered Cost Manager

Gleeds Corporate Services Ltd; Eastleigh; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local construction consultancy is looking for a cost manager to provide cost advice and support to clients on various projects. The ideal candidate should possess MRICS accreditation and have sound cost management experience. Key responsibilities include managing project costs, preparing estimates, and ensuring high-quality service delivery. This role offers competitive salary, a range of employee benefits, and the opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative environment with hybrid working patterns.

Benefits

Career development pathway

Hybrid working options

25 days annual leave

Comprehensive benefits package

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in cost estimating and planning is essential.
• Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors is required.
• Ability to communicate effectively and clearly in writing.

Responsibilities

• Support Business Unit Directors in achieving business objectives.
• Engage with Customers to develop lasting relationships.
• Deliver high-quality cost management services.

Skills

Sound cost management experience post MRICS qualification

Good organisational skills and the ability to quickly adapt to changing environments

Excellent problem-solving and negotiation skills

Good knowledge of construction methods and materials

Working knowledge of construction procurement strategies

Education

MRICS (Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors)

MCIOB (Member of the Chartered Institute of Building)

Tools

MS Outlook

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Job description

We're a local market leader in Southampton, with a 40+ year history of delivering a range construction projects across Hampshire and neighbouring counties. We've developed a comprehensive local client network, partnering with universities, local authorities, central government departments and commercial clients, providing quality professional guidance on major projects & schemes that have had a substantial impact on local communities. Joining us as a cost manager, you'll be part of a collaborative multi-disciplinary team and will play a lead role providing cost advice & guidance to our clients from early RIBA stage cost planning through to final account. You'll be a key client contact for a variety of projects & clients.

Responsibilities

• 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 to deliver 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; in particular those that might impact on Gleeds professional indemnity (PI) insurance.

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)
• MCIOB (Member of the Chartered Institute of Building)

About Gleeds Corporate Services Ltd

Gleeds is a global property and construction consultancy with over 150 years of expertise, operating in 28 countries worldwide. From iconic landmarks to critical infrastructure, we drive innovation, sustainability and value, delivering transformative projects that shape communities and redefine the built environment.

Perks & Benefits

• A clear career development pathway with regular check ins
• Exposure to a variety of local & national schemes & projects across a range of sectors
• Structured support towards professional qualifications plus a range of professional & personal learning options
• A fair, inclusive and respectful work environment, with a positive and collaborative culture
• Opportunities to focus on management, sector specialism, key accounts and more
• Hybrid working patterns, with flexible working options to support work / life balance
• Expert guidance and advice from experienced industry leaders within Gleeds, both locally & nationally
• Opportunities to influence change and improvements as part of a certified "Great Place to Work"
• A competitive salary in line with experience, plus car allowance and comprehensive benefits package, As a Gleeds team member, you will have access to:
• 25 days annual leave (per annum) + bank holidays
• Holiday buy & sell scheme
• A range of health & wellbeing benefits
• Discounts & partnership perks including tech, travel, entertainment, food & drink
• Professional enrolment, assessment & subscription cover
• Enhanced 39 week paid maternity leave benefit
• Opportunities to develop and grow your career
• A contributory pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Our global travel scholarship programme
• Hybrid working pattern & flexible working options