Graduate Cost Intelligence Manager

Cumming Group UK & Europe; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction consultancy is seeking a Graduate Cost Intelligence Manager to support cost consultancy and project services. You will work on exciting construction projects, analyze cost data, and contribute to innovative solutions. The role requires a degree in a related field and strong analytical skills. This is a great opportunity to kick-start your career in cost management in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified (or working towards) in a relevant field.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Good IT skills, particularly with Excel.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing cost estimates and reports.
• Support cost assurance and data analysis activities.
• Help maintain cost intelligence databases.

Skills

Numerical and analytical skills

Data interpretation

Communication

IT skills (MS 365, Excel)

Education

Degree in Construction, Quantity Surveying, or related field

Job description

Graduate Cost Intelligence Manager

At Cumming Group, you’ll work on some of the world’s most exciting construction projects across multiple sectors. Our collaborative and fast‑paced environment gives you the opportunity to learn from industry experts while building a strong foundation for your career in cost management.

As a Graduate Cost Intelligence Manager, you’ll support the delivery of cost consultancy and project services from concept design through to construction completion. You’ll help manage and analyse cost data, monitor industry trends, prepare estimates and reports, and contribute to innovative solutions that add value for our clients.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated graduate to develop technical expertise, gain exposure to diverse projects, and work towards professional qualifications such as RICS.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing cost estimates, cost plans, and reports.
• Support cost assurance, benchmarking, and data analysis activities.
• Help maintain and develop cost intelligence databases and dashboards.
• Analyse cost trends and contribute to cost model development.
• Support the delivery of high‑quality project outputs and client deliverables.
• Contribute to innovation, process improvement, and knowledge sharing.
• Work collaboratively with project teams to meet deadlines and objectives.

About You

• Degree qualified (or working towards) in Construction, Quantity Surveying, Cost Management, Engineering, or a related RICS‑accredited field.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills, with confidence working with data and mathematics.
• Comfortable interpreting figures and producing accurate, evidence‑based insights.
• Confident communicator and collaborative team player.
• Highly motivated, eager to learn, and committed to professional development.
• Good IT skills, including MS 365 (particularly Excel).
• Interest in construction, data analysis, and cost management.

Cumming Group is committed to creating a diverse workplace and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All job applicants will receive equal treatment without regard to age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, "race" (including nationality, national / ethnic origins, colour), marriage & civil partnership, pregnancy & maternity, gender reassignment, religion or belief.

Note for Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to hire directly, and we will be in touch with our PSL agencies if this role is eligible for release.