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    Real Estate & Property
  • Senior Cost Manager

    Real Estate | Nottingham

    Permanent | Full-time | Hybrid
     

    About this opportunity

    We have an excellent job opening for a quantity surveyor or construction cost management professional to join our growing Built Asset Solutions service. Joining our Nottingham team, you will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team providing cost management advice and services for a national client as a key member of our dedicated client team. 
     
    This is a great opportunity to join an established team of constructions specialists who can enhance your skills and knowledge, supporting your professional development and career progression. You'll gain exposure to full project lifecycles, working on a range of fit-out, refurbishment and replacement projects across a large commercial property portfolio. 
     
    This position will enable you to develop positive and rewarding relationships with your clients and stakeholders as a key point of contact in the team for project cost advice and guidance.
     
    Your Responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):
    • Cost management of reactive and planned management projects for capital works programmes
    • Budget management, including cost and budget performance reviews & reports
    • Request and review of contractor cost estimates
    • Cost negotiations and payment approvals
    • Management and development of stakeholder, contractor and consultant relationships
    • Best practice cost advice to operational teams

    As a Gleeds team member, you will have access to:

    • A competitive salary and car allowance
    • A comprehensive benefits package
    • A company pension provision and life assurance plan
    • A library of training and professional development resources through Gleeds Academy
    • Career development and progression opportunities
    • Employee Assistance Programme
    • Flexible working arrangements
  • Who we’re looking for:

    Experience, Knowledge and Key Skills

    • Retail, fit-out, refurbishment construction experience is desirable. 
    • Sound cost management experience on projects £500k+ in construction costs
    • Sound knowledge and practical experience of cost estimating and planning.
    • Detailed 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
    • Ability to quickly adapt to changing environments
    • Excellent problem solving, negotiating, financial and numerical skills
    • IT literate with sound practical knowledge of MS Office applications
    • 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

    Degree (or equivalent level) education in Quantity Surveying or relevant RICS accredited discipline
    Professional RICS Membership ideal but not essential (support towards your APC can be provided by Gleeds)

     

  • About us

    Gleeds is a global property and construction consultancy with over 150 years of expertise, operating in 28 countries worldwide. From iconic landmarks to critical infrastructure, we drive innovation, sustainability and value, delivering transformative projects that shape communities and redefine the built environment.

    Gleeds is committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected and valued. We uphold the principles of Fairness, Inclusion and Respect (FIR) and embrace the diversity of our teams. As an equal opportunities employer, we provide support, flexibility and accessibility for all. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact our Talent Team at [email protected]
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