2022-01-12
AECOM (www.aecom.com)
Other
/yr
full-time
employee
contract
Glasgow
United Kingdom
Job Summary
Are you an Associate Cost Manager looking to work on building projects that can change the world, projects that are always more complex and innovative than the last?
If so, we are looking for an experienced Associate Cost Manager to join our team in Edinburgh/ Glasgow providing a comprehensive, accurate and value-driven service across a variety of high profile and exciting projects for clients in the public and commercial sectors. This is an excellent opportunity for anyone looking to progress and develop their career, whilst being involved in the delivery of an exciting and varied range or projects. You will be joining a team of like-minded experts that have a passion for innovation and delivering cutting edge solutions.
About Us:
AECOM plays a critical role in the conceptualisation and creation of amazing spaces, delivering projects and buildings that define skylines and communities. AECOM Buildings & Places is made up of dedicated teams delivering projects in Commercial, Residential, Hospitality, Sports Venues, Work Places, Education, Government and Healthcare.
We are friendly, busy and motivated with an established track record of successfully delivering local and overseas projects. Some of our flagship work in recent years include;
Prince and Princess of Wales Hospice, East Lothian Community Hospital, Aberdeen Art Gallery, Forth Valley College, Commonwealth Games Athletes Village to name but a few.
About Our Team: Our Cost Management team in Edinburgh are part of the wider Scottish Cost Management team delivering all aspects of cost management services, covering the whole project lifecycle from initial inception, through the design and procurement process and onto the site delivery and commissioning phase. We have secured places on several local and national frameworks and are looking to expand our team to deliver an exciting mix of projects across a range of sectors and clients.
Job Responsibilities
As an Associate Cost Manager, you will be expected to work with a Project Director to successfully manage and deliver capital investment projects. The role will cover the whole project lifecycle from initial inception, through the design and procurement process and onto the site delivery and commissioning phase.
Lead Cost Management commissions, taking responsibility for their successful delivery
Provide effective support and mentoring to Senior Cost Managers, Cost Managers, Graduates and Apprentices
Ensures commissions are managed and completed efficiently, on time and to the client’s satisfaction
Develops strong reciprocal relationships with clients and members of the project team
Be the primary interface with AECOM clients (new and existing)
Ensure all staff members reporting to you have current and relevant training
Manage the delivery of cost management team outputs, in accordance with agreed timescales and quality standards
Provide full Cost Management duties to AECOM clients
Managing and motivating a project team of surveyors
Participate in business development opportunities with existing and new clients, including cross-selling opportunities, ensuring that these are identified and acted upon
Approach to all projects requires a high degree of flexibility and creativity, excellent presentational skills and an ability to communicate effectively with clients and consultants. The successful candidate shall be charged with the delivery of Cost Management Services within our Client focused and highly motivated professional team.
Minimum Requirements
Degree Qualified – BSc or MSc – in Quantity Surveying / Cost Management.
Professionally Qualified – Chartered Quantity Surveying Status with the RICS, CIOB or other equivalent institution.
Experience in risk management
Collaborative management skills
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Specific industry and project experience – defence
Valid UK driving licence
Preferred Qualifications
A clear work history and proof of professional development and learning
Ideally you will live locally to the office or be willing to relocate
Ability to manage multiple projects for a variety of public and private sector clients.
Prior line-management experience
Your Benefits Will Include:
Helping our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance is important to us. If you join AECOM, as well as receiving a competitive salary, you’ll also have the opportunity to explore flexible working arrangements.
Core benefits include 25 days’ annual leave, company pension scheme, private medical insurance, life assurance and one paid annual professional institution membership fee. You can also choose from a wide range of flexible benefits to suit your lifestyle.
You’ll also be able to give back to communities with up to two paid CSR days each year. Through our charity, The AECOM Foundation, you can volunteer to support children in developing countries. And if you’re a member of the Reserve Forces you’ll receive an additional 15 days paid leave for training commitments.
What We Offer
We will give you the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lasting impact on the projects you work on, the teams and committees you join and our business.
We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance your career.
When you join us, you will connect and collaborate with a global network of experts – planners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants, program and construction managers – leading the change toward a more sustainable and equitable future. Join us and let’s get started.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.
Job Category Cost Management and Consulting Services
Business Line B&P - Buildings & Places
Business Group Design and Consulting Services Group (DCS)
Country United Kingdom
Position Status Full Time
Requisition/Vacancy No. 260342BR
Additional Locations UK - Edinburgh - Tanfield
Virtual: No
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
