Associate Director Cost Management

Gleeds; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

Contributory pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

A leading property and construction consultancy is seeking a Chartered Quantity Surveyor for its Cardiff office. This role is vital in managing costs for significant construction projects, including healthcare facilities. The successful candidate will have MRICS status and experience in cost management from design to final account. Responsibilities include supporting business units, engaging with clients, and managing tender processes. The position offers opportunities for career growth and professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience providing full cost management services.
• Knowledge of post-contract cost management.
• Ability to work effectively in teams.

Responsibilities

• Support Business Unit Directors in achieving objectives.
• Engage with customers to build relationships.
• Deliver high-quality services in cost management.
• Prepare and present cost estimates and option studies.
• Advise on procurement strategies.

Skills

Cost management expertise

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Construction methods knowledge

Negotiating skills

ICT skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

MRICS qualification

Tools

MS Outlook

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Job description

About This Opportunity

We are searching for a Chartered Quantity Surveyor to join our Cardiff office to support ongoing business growth and lead cost management delivery for key construction commissions in Wales. This is an opportunity for a senior or associate director quantity surveyor to join an established multi‑disciplinary team working from our recently upgraded offices in the heart of Cardiff.

We are looking for a chartered quantity surveyor with experience providing full cost management services from feasibility & design through to final account, providing expert cost advice & guidance to clients and managing contractors to control project costs. You will need experience working with public sector healthcare clients as a cost manager or quantity surveyor, as your work will include refurbishment, fit‑out and new build construction projects, providing new and improved hospital resources on behalf of public health clients for local communities.

Joining us, you will be part of an ambitious global organisation with significant growth aspirations. Proudly independent and committed to our people.

This is an opportunity to take ownership and make an impact on delivery and growth in a key regional market providing a variety of progression options for your continued professional development and future career pathway.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• 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 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.
• Providing technical advice on legal and contractual issues relating to construction projects.
• Administrating contracts as Contract Administrator or Employer’s Agent.
• Producing and presenting reports to Customers.
• Mentoring and coaching employees to their full potential.
• Identifying new business development opportunities and driving growth across the Business Units activities.
• Preparing bids for services.
• 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.

As a Gleeds team member, you will have access to:

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

Experience, Knowledge And Key Skills

• Sound cost management experience post MRICS qualification
• Sound knowledge and practical experience of cost estimating and planning
• Cohesive knowledge of construction methods and materials
• Practical knowledge of construction procurement strategies, including tendering and contract strategies
• Sound 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
• 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)

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.