Associate Director Cost Management

About Gleeds

Gleeds is a renowned global property and construction consultancy with a legacy dating back to 1875. As an independent firm, we deliver award-winning projects worldwide and proudly hold Great Place to Work certification. Sustainability and climate change are central to our mission, with over 40 years of involvement in the energy sector. Our work spans Solar, Hydrogen, Nuclear, Renewables, and Defence projects, driving impactful change amidst significant sector growth.

Role Overview

We are recruiting an experienced Associate Director of Cost Management to lead a complex major programme in the nuclear sector. This role entails spearheading contract data preparation and scope documentation while effectively engaging diverse stakeholders via strong communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary teams to deliver major projects following established operational and governance frameworks.
• Collaborate closely with the nuclear commercial team to provide robust contract and commercial management for high-value, complicated contracts.
• Administer NEC contracts ensuring strict adherence to contractual requirements, processes, obligations, and deadlines.
• Prepare and develop contract data, scope documentation, and commercial inputs maintaining high standards.
• Ensure clear, consistent communication and alignment between clients, partners, and internal teams.
• Oversee precise financial management including cost reporting, forecasting, and cash flow analysis to support project and client reporting.

Candidate Profile

• Qualification ideally includes HNC, HND or Degree in Quantity Surveying, Cost Management, Construction Law, or related fields; candidates with engineering backgrounds may also be considered.
• Proven experience within construction or engineering environments, specifically within cost management in nuclear, civil engineering, or service contracting sectors.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills combined with strong problem-solving abilities and a methodical approach.
• Significant expertise in contract management for nuclear, infrastructure, engineering, or substantial projects.
• Familiarity with NEC3 and NEC4 contract forms.
• Professional qualifications or memberships with bodies such as RICS, CIOB, APM, or AcostE are advantageous and supported if not already attained.

What We Offer

• Clear pathways for career advancement through training and professional qualifications.
• Valuable networking opportunities to build personal brand and industry knowledge.
• Generous holiday allowance with options for additional leave via purchase schemes.
• Competitive salary with potential for increases through ongoing reviews.
• Employee Assistance Programme prioritizing health and wellbeing.
• Flexible work arrangements promoting work-life balance.
• Community involvement through volunteering opportunities.
• Strong support from central teams and recognition as a gold-standard investor in people.

Diversity and Inclusion

Gleeds fosters an inclusive workplace where respect and fairness prevail. We embrace diversity and are committed to equal opportunities, providing reasonable adjustments as needed for applicants.