Associate - Cost Consultant

Overview

Lead cost consultancy for construction projects, ensuring budgeting and client value

Key Responsibilities

• team collaboration
• client relations
• market analysis
• project leadership
• business development
• cost planning

Tasks

-Team Collaboration: Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including project managers, surveyors, and other consultants, to deliver integrated solutions. -Client Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs and providing strategic advice to drive project success. -Market Analysis: Utilize data from Cushman & Wakefield’s global network and industry trends to generate informed cost benchmarking. -Project Leadership: Oversee cost consultancy services for various projects, including new builds, fit-outs, and refurbishments, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget. -Business Development: Identify and pursue new business opportunities, contributing to the growth and success of the cost consultancy team. -Financial Management: Provide accurate cost planning, budgeting, and forecasting to maintain financial health throughout the project lifecycle.

Requirements

• 3+ years
• bachelor's
• mrics
• cost management
• employer's agent
• analytical

What You Bring

-Minimum of 3 years' experience in quantity surveying or cost consultancy within a consultancy environment. -Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field. -Proven track record in pre- and post-contract cost management services. -MRICS qualification. -Demonstrable technical competence and knowledge of the real estate industry. -Experience acting as Employer's Agent or in a Project Management capacity is advantageous. -Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills -Strong understanding of business development and client relationship management.

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About Cushman & Wakefield

-With operations across ~400 offices in 60+ countries, it bridges global scale with deep local market insight. -Typical projects range from agency leasing and capital-markets advisory to project development and integrated facilities management. -The firm specializes across sectors including data centers, industrial/logistics, life sciences, retail, government, and healthcare. -A standout fact: it advises marquee assets like ports, rail hubs, and sports venues.

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