Associate Cost Consultant

Overview

As an Associate at Gardiner & Theobald you contribute to growing our cost management practice while delivering world-class service to a diverse client base. You will manage pre- and post-contract activities on high-profile projects across built environments, collaborating with cross-functional teams and senior leadership. The role combines client-facing leadership with hands-on cost planning, procurement, and post-contract management to keep projects within budget. This is a chance to influence project outcomes, mentor colleagues, and help shape the firm’s growth and ESG initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Procurement planning and strategy development for multi-package projects
• Lead tender evaluations, prepare Tender Reports, and manage procurement documentation
• Post-contract management: cost reports, cashflow forecasts, change control, and interim valuations
• Cost planning, estimating and benchmarking across design and construction stages
• Risk identification and mitigation strategies for projects
• Client and stakeholder engagement across levels, with strong report writing and presentations
• Guide and develop team members; contribute to business growth and internal initiatives

Key requirements

• MRICS
• Degree qualified
• Pre and post contract experience
• Experience with single and two-stage procurement routes
• Consultancy environment experience (desirable)
• Ability to work independently and in client-focused settings
• Experience with Microsoft platforms and CostX
• Proven leadership and team-development skills
• Strong communication and coordination with internal and client teams

• Client-focused service orientation
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proactive problem-solving
• Cost planning and budgeting
• Tendering and procurement management
• Tender evaluation and contract administration

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