Graduate Cost Manager - Built Environment, Cardiff

Ridge and Partners LLP; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Funding for Master’s degree

Mentor programme

CPD opportunities

Networking events

Job summary

Ridge is a Built Environment Consultancy inviting graduates to join the Autumn 2027 Evolve programme in our Cardiff office. You’ll work on live projects, learning cost planning, procurement and contract administration with experienced professionals and mentors.

The two-year programme supports professional development, chartership ambitions, CPD opportunities and a strong network within Ridge’s Future Talent community.

Qualifications

• 2:1 bachelor’s degree in Cost Management or Quantity Surveying or a related degree (2026/2027).
• Bachelor’s in another subject with a relevant Master’s degree can also qualify.
• Available to start full-time from September 2027.
• Permanent Right to Work in the UK; no visa sponsorship needed.
• Demonstrates curiosity and eagerness to learn and passion for the Built Environment.

Responsibilities

• Two-year Evolve graduate programme with on-the-job learning on live projects.
• Gain experience in cost planning, procurement, tendering, contract administration, valuations, change control and financial reporting.
• Collaborate with clients, designers and contractors to understand project delivery.

Skills

Curiosity

Eagerness to learn

Passion for Built Environment

Education

2:1 Cost Management / Quantity Surveying

Bachelor’s + Master’s in related field

Job description

Ridge is a Built Environment Consultancy inviting graduates to join the Autumn 2027 Evolve programme in our Cardiff office. You’ll work on live projects, learning cost planning, procurement and contract administration with experienced professionals and mentors.

The two-year programme supports professional development, chartership ambitions, CPD opportunities and a strong network within Ridge’s Future Talent community.