Preparing tender documentation and managing the tender process. including designing tender marking schemes
Managing service delivery for profit.
Managing projects and to deliver high quality services and deliverables in accordance with the business procedures.
Delivering high quality services and ensuring that cost management deliverables meet Customers’ requirements.
Preparing and presenting order of cost estimates and option studies.
Advising Directors promptly of any issues that have arisen, or that might arise, on projects; in particular those that might impact on Gleeds professional indemnity (PI) insurance.
Supporting Business Unit Directors in delivering business objectives.
Positively engaging with Customers and developing, growing and maintaining Customer relationships.
Evaluating and reporting on tenders.
Identifying new business development opportunities and driving growth across the Business Units activities.
Administrating contracts as Contract Administrator or Employer’s Agent.
Settling final accounts.
Producing and presenting reports to Customers.
Advising on and implementing procurement strategies.
Valuing completed work and arranging for payments.
Requirements
mrics
cost management
cost estimating
construction methods
ms excel
procurement
Sound cost management experience post MRICS qualification.
Sound knowledge and practical experience of cost estimating and planning.
Good knowledge of construction methods and materials.
MRICS (Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors)
Ability to work as part of a team
Sound ICT skills, with a good level of proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint;
Clear and effective communication skills - both oral and written
Ability to absorb complex information and assess requirements readily
Clear understanding of legislation impacting on building contracts
Good organisational skills and the ability to quickly adapt to changing environments.
Good knowledge and experience of post-contract cost management tasks
Working knowledge of construction procurement strategies, including tendering and contract strategies.
Methodical way of thinking and approach to work
Excellent problem, negotiating, finance and numeracy management skills
Benefits
Employee Assistance Programme
Our global travel scholarship programme
Opportunities to develop and grow your career
A contributory pension scheme
Flexible working arrangements
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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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.