Cost Management Lead — Feasibility to Delivery

JLL

Manchester

On-site

GBP 60,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+
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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 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.

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