Cost Manager - MEP

All Locations; Manchester; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible working arrangements

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Gleeds is a global property and construction consultancy with over 150 years of expertise, operating in 28 countries worldwide. We are seeking a Senior M&E Cost Manager/Quantity Surveyor to manage budgets for new build projects and CAT A/B/C fit-outs across the North Region from our Manchester office.

You’ll collaborate with clients, consultants and contractors to deliver high-quality cost management services.

Qualifications

• M&E cost management experience required.
• Experience in M&E cost estimating and planning is essential.
• Cohesive knowledge of M&E construction methods and materials.
• Experience with procurement strategies, tendering and contract strategies.
• NEC contract experience is advantageous.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Methodical thinking and work approach.
• Organisational skills and adaptability in changing environments.
• Strong negotiation, finance and numeracy abilities.
• Proficient ICT skills: Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Support Business Unit Directors in delivering objectives.
• Engage with customers and grow relationships.
• Deliver cost management services meeting customer requirements.
• Manage projects and ensure quality under business procedures.
• Prepare and present cost estimates and option studies.
• Cost planning and cost-in-use studies.
• Advise on procurement strategies and tendering.
• Prepare tender docs and manage tender processes.
• Evaluate tenders and report to customers.
• Produce and present reports and updates.
• Flag issues impacting PI insurance to Directors.

Skills

M&E Cost Management

M&E cost estimating & planning

M&E construction methods

Procurement strategies & tendering

NEC contracts experience

Communication skills

Organisational & adaptability

Negotiation, finance & numeracy

MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel,

Teamwork

Absorbing complex information

Education

Relevant Mechanical or Electrical degree

Quantity Surveying or similar technical discipline

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

We are looking to source a Senior M&E Cost Manager/Quantity Surveyor to join our team in the Manchester office. You'll be working within a sociable environment and be part of a dynamic Cost Management team. You will be responsible for managing costs and budgets of new build projects, extensive CAT A, B and C fit out works across various locations in the North Region. You will provide excellent communication and collaboration with colleagues, programme leads, client representatives, consultants and contractors. To be considered for this position you will need to have experience in M&E cost planning and tendering and an understanding of quantity surveying practices and methods. You will also need to be a British National (British Citizen from birth) as this is an essential requirement for security clearance. Ideally, you will already have SC clearance, however this can be progressed during your period of onboarding.

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.
• Evaluating and reporting on tenders.
• Producing and presenting reports to Customers.
• 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.

Experience, Knowledge and Key Skills

• M&E Cost Management experience
• Sound knowledge and practical experience of M&E cost estimating and planning.
• Cohesive knowledge of M&E construction methods and materials.
• Practical knowledge of M&E construction procurement strategies, including tendering and contract strategies.
• NEC contact experience advantageous
• Clear and effective communication skills - both oral and written
• Methodical way of thinking and approach to work
• 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
• Ability to work as part of a team,
• Relevant Mechanical or Electrical degree or qualification
• Qualified in Quantity Surveying or similar technical discipline preferred
• British National (British Citizen from birth) – essential requirement for security clearance.

Equal opportunities

Gleeds is committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected and valued. We uphold the principles of Fairness, Inclusion and Respect (FIR) and embrace the diversity of our teams. As an equal opportunities employer, we provide support, flexibility and accessibility for all. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact our Talent Team at [email protected]

Benefits

• Opportunities to develop and grow your career
• A contributory pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible working arrangements
• Cycle to work scheme

About us

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.