Associate Director - Cost Management

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Gleeds
Global provider of project management, cost management, and construction consultancy services.
Lead end-to-end cost management and contract administration for construction projects.
8 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Mumbai
Office Full-Time
Company Size
2,200 Employees
Service Specialisms
Advisory
Building surveying
Development management
Facilities management
Health and safety
Information management
Project controls
Programme and project management
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Infrastructure
Life Sciences and Pharmaceuticals
Residential
Retail
Healthcare
Defence
Role
What you would be doing
cost management
contract administration
change orders
business development
proposal preparation
guarantee renewals

Deliver all aspects of cost management from the inception of a project through to completion,

working with Director, client and others as required, including feasibility estimates, cost planning,

contract procurement & Strategic, budget forecast, tender documentation, value engineering and

commercial awareness, fee generation, risk management, dispute resolution, Pre & post contract

management, due diligence, claim management, agreement of final accounts.

Identify improvements for cost estimating and cost management procedures, templates, and

products, and refer ideas to appropriate line manager.

Involvement in business generation activities, presenting capabilities and preparing proposals.

Manage post award contract issues such as non- tender items, change order management,

escalation, contractor noncompliance issue.

Identify opportunities to develop new business with existing clients and report such opportunities

to appropriate line manager and utilize marketing database.

  • Identify opportunities to develop new business with existing clients and report such opportunities to appropriate line manager and utilize marketing database.
  • Manage and ensure extension & renewals of guarantees, bond etc.
  • Involvement in business generation activities, presenting capabilities and preparing proposals.
  • Managing techno-commercial, techno-contractual issues, negotiation and contract award.
  • Direct responsibility for the administration of PM/CM's contract with the Client.
  • Responsibilities: Deliver all aspects of cost management from the inception of a project through to completion, working with Director, client and others as required, including feasibility estimates, cost planning, contract procurement & Strategic, budget forecast, tender documentation, value engineering and commercial awareness, fee generation, risk management, dispute resolution, Pre & post contract management, due diligence, claim management, agreement of final accounts. Manage post award contract issues such as non- tender items, change order management, escalation, contractor noncompliance issue. Project control and Contract management. Manage and ensure extension & renewals of guarantees, bond etc. Managing techno-commercial, techno-contractual issues, negotiation and contract award. Direct responsibility for the administration of PM/CM's contract with the Client. Identify opportunities to develop new business with existing clients and report such opportunities to appropriate line manager and utilize marketing database. Identify improvements for cost estimating and cost management procedures, templates, and products, and refer ideas to appropriate line manager. Involvement in business generation activities, presenting capabilities and preparing proposals.
  • Manage post award contract issues such as non- tender items, change order management, escalation, contractor noncompliance issue.
  • Identify improvements for cost estimating and cost management procedures, templates, and products, and refer ideas to appropriate line manager.
What you bring
civil eng
rics
mrics
master's
quantity survey
managerial

Must possess at least a Post Graduate Diploma, Professional Degree, Master's Degree, Quantity Survey or equivalent.

Preferably Managerial level specializing in Engineering – Cost Consultancy/ Project Management Consultant or equivalent experience/exposure.

Preferably candidates to have experience in Residential, Commercial building, Data Centre mixed use development etc.

  • Must possess at least a Post Graduate Diploma, Professional Degree, Master's Degree, Quantity Survey or equivalent.
  • Preferably Managerial level specializing in Engineering – Cost Consultancy/ Project Management Consultant or equivalent experience/exposure.
  • Very strong English verbal & written communication skills are a must.
  • Skills Required: B.E / B. Tech in Civil or equivalent and at least 18-20 years of experience. Must possess at least a Post Graduate Diploma, Professional Degree, Master's Degree, Quantity Survey or equivalent. RICS and MRICS or equivalent is preferred. Preferably Managerial level specializing in Engineering – Cost Consultancy/ Project Management Consultant or equivalent experience/exposure. Preferably candidates to have experience in Residential, Commercial building, Data Centre mixed use development etc. Very strong English verbal & written communication skills are a must.
  • Preferably candidates to have experience in Residential, Commercial building, Data Centre mixed use development etc.
  • B.E / B. Tech in Civil or equivalent and at least 18-20 years of experience.
  • RICS and MRICS or equivalent is preferred.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Company
Overview
Since 1885
Year Founded
The company has a long-standing history and legacy in project and cost management consultancy.
Over 50 Countries
Global Presence
The firm operates internationally, delivering innovative solutions across various sectors.
  • They manage projects ranging from high-rise buildings to large-scale infrastructure.
  • Their expertise spans commercial, residential, industrial, and infrastructure projects.
  • They offer bespoke services tailored to each project's unique needs.
  • Typical projects include airports, commercial office buildings, healthcare facilities, and energy plants.
  • The company is known for delivering projects on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
  • It is often entrusted with some of the world’s most ambitious projects.
Culture + Values
  • Professionalism with personality – highest standards of competence, integrity and respect, warm and relational.
  • Excellence with humility – exceptional teamwork built on trust; prioritising clients’ and colleagues’ best interests.
  • Innovation with agility – combining proven processes with flexible thinking to deliver fresh solutions.
  • Sustainable and socially conscious mindset – treating every project as an opportunity to help the planet and communities prosper.
  • Impartial intelligence – independent advice focused solely on clients’ best interests.
  • Visionary partnerships – aligning with value-driven partners to create resilient, sustainable outcomes.
Environment + Sustainability
2040 Net Zero Target
Ambitious climate goal
The company has set a Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi)-validated net zero target to be achieved by 2040.
46.2% Reduction
Scope 1 & 2 emissions reduction
The company aims to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 46.2% by 2030 compared to a 2019 baseline.
46.2% Scope 3 Reduction
Purchased goods and services
The company plans to reduce Scope 3 emissions, including purchased goods and services, business travel, and commuting, by 46.2% by 2030.
90% Across Scopes
GHG emissions reduction target
The company aims to achieve a 90% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes by 2040.
  • Eliminate single-use plastics from offices following an internal plastics policy.
  • 100% of UK offices on renewable electricity by 2025; global offices as feasible by 2027.
  • 84% of UK offices already using renewable electricity (as of latest report).
  • 32% reduction in Scope 1 & 2 emissions intensity since 2019.
  • CDP score of B in 2024.
  • Annual reporting and tracking of global GHG emissions; detailed Climate Transition Plan in development.
Inclusion & Diversity
£100,000 pledge
Annual Contribution to Charities
Supporting charities and good causes annually.
Top 50 UK Workplace
Best Workplaces Ranking
Ranked as one of the top 50 Super-Large companies in the UK based on employee survey data.
75% Development Score
People-Development Index
Scored highly on an index measuring the company's investment in employee development.
  • Global investment in performance, development and wellbeing of diverse employees through volunteering and outreach programmes.
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