Quantity Surveyor

Gleeds; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction consultancy is seeking a Cost Manager in the newly refurbished Manchester office. This role involves managing costs and budgets of large-scale projects, specifically in the public and central government sector. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in cost management and be a British National due to security clearance requirements. Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential. Flexible working is offered.

Benefits

Opportunities for career development

Contributory pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Global Travel Scholarship Programme

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Experience in construction cost management.
• Clear communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage costs and budgets of large-scale projects.
• Prepare and present cost estimates and options.
• Mentor and coach employees.

Skills

Cost management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

MRICS qualification

Tools

MS Outlook

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Job description

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Gleeds havebeen successful in securing a number of major projects/programmes wins within the public and central government sector to support providing professional services.

We have exciting opportunities for Cost Managers from Assistant to Associate/Project Director levelo join our team in the newly refurbished Manchester office. You’ll be working within a sociable environment and be part of a dynamic Cost Management team.

You will be responsible for managing costs and budgets of large-scale new build projects, extensive CAT A, B and C fit out works across various locations in the North Region.You will provide excellent communication and collaboration with colleagues, programme leads, client representatives, consultants and contractors on site to effectively deliver projects from inception to completion.

To be considered for this position you will need to have experience in construction cost management, ideally with prior cost management positions with public and central government clients. You will also need to be a British National (British Citizen from birth) as this is an essential requirement for security clearance.

Ideally you will already have SC clearance, however this could be progressed during period of onboarding.

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.
• 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
• Our Global Travel Scholarship Programme
• Flexible working arrangements

About You

Who we’re looking for:

Experience, Knowledge and Key Skills

• Sound cost management experience post MRICS qualification (excluding assistant cost managers)
• Sound knowledge and practical experience of cost estimating and planning
• NEC contract experience advantageous
• 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

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.