Construction Cost Manager (Senior/Intermediate)

Gleeds Corporate Services Ltd; Town of Italy (NY); On-site; EUR 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Gleeds Corporate Services Ltd is seeking an experienced Cost Manager ( Intermediate to Senior ) to lead cost management across complex construction projects, from early cost advice to final accounts. You will support Directors, manage customer relations, and ensure high-quality deliverables while mentoring staff.

The role requires clear communication, methodical thinking, strong numeracy, and proficiency with MS Office. Italian language is a plus; eligible to work in Italy is required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of cost management experience in major construction projects.
• Experience on data centre projects is an advantage.
• Clear and effective communication skills, both oral and written.
• Methodical approach to work.
• Organisational skills and adaptability to changing environments.
• Excellent problem-solving, negotiation, finance and numeracy skills.
• Sound ICT skills with proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Fluent English; Italian is an advantage.
• Eligible to work in Italy.

Responsibilities

• Deliver cost management services for construction projects from early cost advice to final account.
• Prepare and present cost estimates and option studies.
• Manage tender documentation and the tender process.
• Value completed work and arrange payments; settle final accounts.
• Mentor and coach staff to reach potential; ensure service delivery profitability.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Negotiation

Finance and numeracy

MS Outlook

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Education

QS, Engineering, Architecture degree

Tools

MS Outlook

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Job description

Gleeds Corporate Services Ltd is seeking an experienced Cost Manager ( Intermediate to Senior ) to lead cost management across complex construction projects, from early cost advice to final accounts. You will support Directors, manage customer relations, and ensure high-quality deliverables while mentoring staff.

The role requires clear communication, methodical thinking, strong numeracy, and proficiency with MS Office. Italian language is a plus; eligible to work in Italy is required.