Associate Cost Manager

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£65,000–£75,000 a year

Reading

Location

Full-time

Job type

Permanent

Contract type

On-site

Work setup

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In brief

This Associate Quantity Surveyor role involves managing the full project lifecycle for construction developments across education, residential, and industrial sectors. The work focuses on leading cost planning, procurement, and contract administration while providing commercial advice to clients and mentoring junior members of the cost management team.

Best for

Experienced quantity surveyors from a construction consultancy background

Non-negotiable

Degree in Quantity Surveying or a relevant discipline required

What you need

Required

  • Quantity Surveying degree

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Cost management

    Clearly required in the listing

  • JCT contracts

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Procurement strategies

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Commercial awareness

    Strongly implied by the listing

  • Negotiation

    Strongly implied by the listing

  • Client relationship management

    Strongly implied by the listing

  • Project leadership

    Strongly implied by the listing

Preferred

  • MRICS

    Strongly implied by the listing

Your day-to-day

  • Lead cost planning and procurement

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Advise on contractual arrangements

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Oversee tender and contract processes

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Manage project budgets and accounts

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Provide commercial client advice

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Develop client relationships

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Mentor junior team members

    Clearly stated in the job description.

Experience expected

Level

Senior level

Based on what the listing states

Years of experience

Not stated

No clear years requirement found

Evidence from the listing

Experience level

“A senior position with responsibility for project delivery and client relationships.”
Full job description (from employer)⌄

Conrad Consulting is seeking an experienced Associate Quantity Surveyor to join a well-established construction consultancy's cost management team in Reading. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially driven professional to take a senior role in project delivery, develop key client relationships and contribute to the continued growth of a collaborative team. You'll work on projects valued between £1m and £50m across education, residential, hospitality and industrial sectors, with responsibility for delivering high-quality cost management services and supporting junior colleagues. The Role Lead cost planning, estimating and procurement activities across a range of projects. Advise clients on procurement strategies, tendering and contractual arrangements. Oversee tender analysis, contract documentation and contractor appointments. Manage project budgets, cost reporting, valuations, variations and final accounts. Act as a key client contact, providing commercial advice throughout the project lifecycle. Build and develop existing client relationships while identifying new business opportunities. Mentor graduates and junior team members, supporting their professional development. Contribute to the success and continued development of the wider cost management team. About You Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a relevant discipline. Extensive experience in a construction consultancy environment. Strong technical knowledge of pre- and post-contract cost management. Sound understanding of JCT contracts and procurement strategies. Excellent commercial awareness, negotiation and client relationship skills. Experience leading projects and supporting junior colleagues. A proactive, professional approach to business development and team collaboration. MRICS would be advantageous but is not essential. What's on Offer? A senior position with responsibility for project delivery and client relationships. Exposure to a varied portfolio of projects valued up to £50m. The opportunity to mentor junior staff and contribute to team growth. Career development within an established consultancy. Competitive salary and benefits package

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