Junior-Intermediate Cost & Assurance Consultant

Gleeds; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Gleeds is seeking a Junior-Intermediate Cost & Assurance Consultant to join their expanding Infrastructure team in London. This role involves providing cost assurance and financial analytics for major infrastructure projects. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and a relevant degree, with opportunities for career development and a supportive company culture.

Benefits

Career Development

Generous Holiday Allowance

Employee Wellbeing support

Flexible Working options

Volunteering Opportunities

Global Travel Scholarship

Qualifications

• Experience with NEC3/4 contracts is preferred.
• Proven expertise in financial reviews and audits.
• Organised and adaptable to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Provide commercial and financial assurance for projects.
• Conduct audits and cost analyses with reports.
• Engage with clients and regulatory bodies.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Problem-solving

Negotiation

Communication skills

Numeracy

Education

Degree in accounting, audit, or data analysis

Professional body membership (e.g., MRICS, ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

Power BI

MS Excel

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

Job description

Junior-Intermediate Cost & Assurance Consultant

• Junior to Intermediate Cost Consultant/Cost & Assurance Consultant
  
  London (Mixture of local office, home and client sites)
  
  Permanent
  
  Full time - with flexible working and core hours
  
  About this opportunity
  
  Gleeds is a leading global property and construction consultancy. Independent since 1875, we are proud to deliver award-winning projects around the world. We are a proud to say that we have been certified as a "Great Place to Work" which further acknowledges that we put our people at the heart of everything we do.
  
  Gleeds' Infrastructure team is expanding! We are looking for Cost Consultants and Cost Assurance professionals at various levels to join us on some of the most exciting and high-profile infrastructure projects in the UK and globally. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in cost assurance, supporting major projects while shaping and growing our Cost Assurance function
  
  Key Responsibilities
  
  As a Cost Consultant / Cost Assurance professional, you will:
  
  Provide commercial and financial assurance, verifying project costs across various sectors.
  Analyse contractor accounting and commercial systems/processes
  
  Develop risk-based audit and verification plans
  
  Conduct detailed audits and cost analyses
  
  Deliver high-quality reports and working papers with clear insights.
  
  Interpret contractual frameworks and assess cost-related compliance
  
  Engage with contractors, clients, and regulatory bodies
  
  Support the development of forensic technology and analysis tools
  
  Assist the Head of Cost Assurance and senior team members in project delivery and function
• About You
• What we are looking for:
  
  Experience with NEC3/4 contracts (preferred)
  
  Background in corporate risk, audit functions, or cost verification
  
  Proven expertise in financial reviews and audits for major infrastructure/construction projects. (Preferred)
  
  Strong communication skills (both written and verbal).
  
  Analytical mindset with a methodical approach to work.
  
  Organised and adaptable, able to manage changing priorities
  
  Strong problem-solving, negotiation, and numeracy skills.
  
  Proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
  
  Knowledge of data analysis tools (e.g., Power BI, DAX) is desirable
  
  Familiarity with contract management & administration systems
  
  Ability to absorb complex information and work independently or as part of a team.
  
  Qualifications:
  
  Degree qualified (or equivalent) in a relevant subject (e.g., accounting, audit, or data analysis).
  
  Holds an appropriate professional body membership or equivalent (e.g., MRICS, ACA, ACCA, CIMA, etc.).
  
  What we can offer you
  
  Career Development - Structured growth pathways, training, and professional qualifications
  
  Industry Networking - Expand your professional connections and industry knowledge
  
  Generous Holiday Allowance - Plus options to buy additional leave
  
  Competitive Salary - Regular reviews to ensure progression
  
  Employee Wellbeing - Access to the Employee Assistance Programme
  
  Global Travel Scholarship - Unique opportunities to gain international experience.
  
  Flexible Working - Support for a balanced work-life integration
  
  Volunteering Opportunities - Engage with your community or charitable projects
  
  Award-Winning Culture - Be part of a company recognised as a Great Place to Work
• About Us
• About us
  
  A world of opportunity
  
  Gleeds is a place to be part of something bigger. We take pride in our diverse and supportive culture that empowers you to make a difference while creating connections with brilliant people - colleagues and clients alike. Enjoy doing work that shapes our collective future, while steering your own journey in a trusting environment. Benefit from our rich heritage and global opportunities as you construct a career with purpose.
  
  With over 75 offices across the globe, you'll become part of a truly global team that isn't restricted by borders. We welcome new perspectives and ideas but above all, we believe that quality relationships sit at the heart of good business. We strive to be the people that seek to understand and bring people together. Wherever we are in the world, we're committed to the success of our people, clients and communities - giving everyone a safer and more sustainable place to live, work and thrive.
  
  Our values underpin what we stand for and how we work:
  • Professionalism with personality
  • Excellence with humility
  • Innovation with agility
  We're an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications regardless of age, disability, marital status, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, transgender status or gender.
  
  We recognise the importance of work/life balance and agree flexible working arrangements to suit each individual.
  
  Gleeds is a Great Place to Work certified employer.