Job Description
Areas of Interest
Development, Quantity Surveying
Location(s)
Leeds - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Manchester - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
About the Role:
As a CBRE Cost Management Consultant, you will oversee individual multi-disciplined commercial real estate solutions for small to medium-sized clients with direct accountability for cost management delivery.
This job is part of the Building Consultancy function. They are responsible for specialist building services including surveying, inspections, and planning.
What You’ll Do:
Manage all facets of cost management for single real estate projects throughout the planning, design, construction, occupancy, and closeout.
Assess basic project scope and client needs to develop and present recommended budgets for necessary pre-bid and pre-construction cost estimating and cost planning services.
Partner with project teams to source and oversee the pre-bid and pre-construction services associated with the development of a project budget and cost plan.
Work with the client and Project Managers to ensure all work is funded in compliance with the client's internal policies.
Ensure all contracts include required language aligned with lease requirements for the solicitation of all landlord contributions.
Review and report all bid responses to the client. Include recommendations for items such as allowances, contingencies, and reserves.
Align cost plan with project master schedule. Establish a strategy to manage cash flows and project accruals and report progress.
Apply in-depth knowledge of standard principles and techniques/procedures to accomplish complex assignments and provide innovative solutions.
Coach others and share in-depth knowledge of own job discipline and broad knowledge of several job disciplines within the function.
Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Work to build consensus and convince others to reach an agreement.
Impact a range of customer, operational, project, or service activities within own team and other related teams.
Work within broad guidelines and policies.
Explain difficult or sensitive information.
What You’ll Need:
Bachelor's Degree preferred with 5-8 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered.
Ability to exercise judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.
Willingness to take a new perspective on existing solutions.
In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
Organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mindset.
Sophisticated math skills. Ability to calculate mildly complex figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations.
Working at CBRE
When you join CBRE you will have the support and resources of a global firm where an entrepreneurial mind-set is encouraged. You'll realize your potential with challenging work, fast-paced assignments, an environment of constant learning and commitment to results. To enable your success, we provide the best tools, training and leaders in the industry.
Our collaborative culture is built on our RISE values and reflects the needs and perspectives of our clients and our people. Our work is guided by our North Star: Creating the real estate solutions of tomorrow, so businesses and people thrive. This informs everything we do—from diversity, equity, and inclusion to sustainability initiatives to workplace safety and wellbeing.
Development, Quantity Surveying
Location(s)
Leeds - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Manchester - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
About the Role:
As a CBRE Cost Management Consultant, you will oversee individual multi-disciplined commercial real estate solutions for small to medium-sized clients with direct accountability for cost management delivery.
This job is part of the Building Consultancy function. They are responsible for specialist building services including surveying, inspections, and planning.
What You’ll Do:
Manage all facets of cost management for single real estate projects throughout the planning, design, construction, occupancy, and closeout.
Assess basic project scope and client needs to develop and present recommended budgets for necessary pre-bid and pre-construction cost estimating and cost planning services.
Partner with project teams to source and oversee the pre-bid and pre-construction services associated with the development of a project budget and cost plan.
Work with the client and Project Managers to ensure all work is funded in compliance with the client's internal policies.
Ensure all contracts include required language aligned with lease requirements for the solicitation of all landlord contributions.
Review and report all bid responses to the client. Include recommendations for items such as allowances, contingencies, and reserves.
Align cost plan with project master schedule. Establish a strategy to manage cash flows and project accruals and report progress.
Apply in-depth knowledge of standard principles and techniques/procedures to accomplish complex assignments and provide innovative solutions.
Coach others and share in-depth knowledge of own job discipline and broad knowledge of several job disciplines within the function.
Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Work to build consensus and convince others to reach an agreement.
Impact a range of customer, operational, project, or service activities within own team and other related teams.
Work within broad guidelines and policies.
Explain difficult or sensitive information.
What You’ll Need:
Bachelor's Degree preferred with 5-8 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered.
Ability to exercise judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.
Willingness to take a new perspective on existing solutions.
In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
Organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mindset.
Sophisticated math skills. Ability to calculate mildly complex figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations.
Working at CBRE
When you join CBRE you will have the support and resources of a global firm where an entrepreneurial mind-set is encouraged. You'll realize your potential with challenging work, fast-paced assignments, an environment of constant learning and commitment to results. To enable your success, we provide the best tools, training and leaders in the industry.
Our collaborative culture is built on our RISE values and reflects the needs and perspectives of our clients and our people. Our work is guided by our North Star: Creating the real estate solutions of tomorrow, so businesses and people thrive. This informs everything we do—from diversity, equity, and inclusion to sustainability initiatives to workplace safety and wellbeing.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Senior Cost Management position is now open for candidates interested in the Accountant Jobs sector. This role in Leeds offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Accountant Jobs is a plus.