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Gleeds Graduate Cost Management role supporting construction cost planning, estimating, procurement, tendering, contract administration and financial control while working toward RICS Chartered status.
About this opportunity
As a Graduate you will:
Assist in all cost and procurement management processes, with a view to successfully completing the Gleeds’ internal APC preparation programme; and self-development training in readiness for attaining Chartered status Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
As a post-graduate you will:
Contribute to a high quality of service and deliverables.
Assist Cost Managers in the accurate and timely delivery of services.
Assist in Cost Managers the preparation of:
Order of cost estimates and option studies.
Cost plans.
Cost-in-use studies.
Tender documentation and managing the tender process. including designing tender marking schemes
Assist Cost Managers with the:
Evaluation and reporting of tenders.
Valuation of completed work and arranging for payments.
Preparation and settlement of final accounts.
Administration of construction contracts.
Preparation of reports to customers.
Additional responsibilities include:
Attaining Chartered status Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).
As a Gleeds team member, you will have access to:
Opportunities to develop and grow your career
A contributory pension scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Flexible working arrangements
Experience, Knowledge and Key Skills
As a Graduate, you will develop knowledge and experience in the following:
Develop knowledge and experience in the following:
Quantification of construction works and activities.
Cost estimating.
Cost planning.
Value engineering.
Procurement.
Tendering
Post-contract cost control.
Administration of different forms of construction contract.
Demonstrate:
Clear and effective communication skills - both oral and written.
Methodical way of thinking and approach to work.
Good organisation, problem solving and negotiating skills.
Financial and numeracy management skills.
Sound ICT skills, with a high level of proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint;
.Ability to work as part of a team.
Qualifications
RICS exempting or non-exempting degree, plus industry experience. You will have enrolled for, and commenced your APC.
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.
How to apply
Apply directly through the company website. Clicking the link below will open the application page in a new window.
Location: Americas | Europe MEN & Asia | Worldwide
Industry: Construction
We’re not just a construction consultancy, we're a catalyst for change. Since 1875, we’ve been bringing to life new ideas and big visions for the built environment. In today’s fast-changing world, we’re continually connecting people, places, ideas and possibilities to make every day another step towards a better future. Gleeds provides project leadership, commercial independence, digital augmentation and sustainability and ESG services to our clients. With nearly 3000 employees, across 76 offices and 26 countries, we’ve built our reputation on delivering award-winning projects around the world. Our projects span infrastructure, energy, healthcare, data centres, life sciences, public sector and the industrial, manufacturing and logistics sectors to name a few. With 150 years’ experience, our impartial intelligence, visionary partnerships and sustainable innovations create stronger connections and are key to helping clients realise their projects on budget, on time and to an exceptional quality. We are a ‘Great Place To Work’, and are committed to creating a world of opportunity for our employees and everybody who joins us, creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone can be themselves. We’re committed to employee welfare, career development and training. We’re always looking for passionate people who want to make a difference to join our team, so please take a look through our current vacancies and follow us for all the latest updates from our organisation.
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