Graduate Cost Manager—Accelerate to Chartered Surveyor

Gardiner and Theobald LLP; Leeds; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Gardiner and Theobald LLP in Leeds is inviting applications for a Graduate Assistant Surveyor (Cost Management) to develop as a cost manager on exciting construction projects. You will learn to prepare cost plans, forecasts and cash flows while supporting project teams and clients throughout the lifecycle.

The Accelerate Programme offers mentoring, structured training and progression toward RICS Chartered Membership over 2–2.5 years, with a focus on practical experience, cost control and

Qualifications

• Achieved or expected to achieve a 2:1 degree or above.
• Excellent working knowledge of current IT systems.
• Strong understanding of the importance of client care and relationship building.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Trustworthy, reliable and professional in approach.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload effectively.
• Ability to work efficiently and deliver to deadlines.
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Proactive, adaptable and flexible when responding to different situations.
• Demonstrates dedication, commitment and a positive attitude.
• Eagerness to learn and continually develop professionally.
• Genuine interest in the construction and property industry.

Responsibilities

• Measuring drawings provided by the design team, manually or using measurement software such as CostX.
• Prepare cost plans establishing project budgets for clients.
• Compile contract documentation, including drawing registers, preliminaries and pricing documents for tendering purposes.
• Receiving tender submissions and preparing tender analysis reports and clarification schedules for contractor responses.
• Reviewing and comparing tender returns to support recommendations on contractor appointments.
• Preparing cash flow forecasts for clients.
• Attending site visits and undertaking valuations of completed works, producing the required analysis and documentation to facilitate payment in accordance with contract requirements.
• Supporting value engineering exercises to identify opportunities for cost savings and improved value.
• Attending project meetings and site meetings, including design team meetings and contractor progress meetings, depending on the project stage.
• Communicating with a range of stakeholders, including suppliers, contractors, design teams and clients, and providing support on cost-related matters and project variations.

Skills

IT literacy

Client care

Communication skills

Time management

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Proactive mindset

Adaptable

Professional conduct

Learning mindset

Construction industry interest

Education

2:1 degree or above

Tools

CostX

Job description

Gardiner and Theobald LLP in Leeds is inviting applications for a Graduate Assistant Surveyor (Cost Management) to develop as a cost manager on exciting construction projects. You will learn to prepare cost plans, forecasts and cash flows while supporting project teams and clients throughout the lifecycle.

The Accelerate Programme offers mentoring, structured training and progression toward RICS Chartered Membership over 2–2.5 years, with a focus on practical experience, cost control and