About The Role
We are seeking an experienced construction professional to lead the delivery of growth in Ireland.
As an Associate Director Cost Manager, you will be responsible for managing pre and post cost management of construction projects, from early cost estimates to concluding final accounts and issuing Completion Certificates.
This role is well suited to someone who is keen to take the next step in their career and take on a leadership role within a construction consultancy in Dublin and across Ireland.
Responsibilities:
* Supporting Business Unit Directors in delivering business objectives.
* Administering contracts as Contract Administrator (JCT), Employers Representative (Public Works Contract) NEC Project Manager (NEC Project Manager), or Employer's Agent.
* Positively engaging with Customers and developing, growing and maintaining Customer relationships.
* Drawing up high-quality services and ensuring that cost management deliverables meet Customers' requirements.
* Managing projects to deliver high-quality services and deliverables in accordance with the business procedures.
* Preparing and presenting order of cost estimates and option studies.
* Cost planning and benchmarking.
* Cost-in-use studies.
* Advising on and implementing procurement strategies.
* Valuing completed work and arranging for payments.
* Settling final accounts.
* Providing technical advice on legal and contractual issues relating to construction projects.
* Managing service delivery for profit.
* Advising Directors promptly of any issues that have arisen, or that might arise, on projects; in particular those that might impact on Gleeds professional indemnity (PI) insurance.
* Actively identifying new business development opportunities and driving growth across the Business Units activities.
About You
We are looking for:
Experience, Knowledge and Key Skills:
* Broad, in-depth cost management experience post MRICS qualification.
* Detailed knowledge and practiced experience of cost estimating and cost planning techniques.
* Experience in sectors such as Data Centres, Industrial or Education.
* Comprehensive knowledge of construction procurement strategies, including tendering and contract strategies.
* Thorough knowledge and experience of post-contract cost management tasks.
* Ability to administer construction contracts as Contract Administrator and Employer's Agent.
* Clear understanding of legislation impacting on building contracts.
* Ability to motivate others (including providing support and encouragement) and to lead high performance teams.
* Clear and effective communication skills - both oral and written.
* Methodical way of thinking and approach to work.
* Ability to absorb complex information and assess requirements readily.
* Excellent problem solving, negotiating, financial and numeracy skills.
* Sound ICT skills, with a high level of proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
* Ability to prepare first-class bids for services.
* Competent at negotiating sufficient fees to both complete services and generate required profit levels.
* Ability to work as part of a team and manage teams.
Qualifications:
* Member of Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland (MSCSI) or Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS) with a Construction Related Degree.
* Additional post-qualification training, qualifications or degrees in Leadership, Contract Law, Management or Finance welcomed.
About Us
A world of opportunity
Gleeds is a place to be part of something bigger. We take pride in our diverse and supportive culture that empowers you to make a difference while creating connections with brilliant people – colleagues and clients alike.
Enjoy doing work that shapes our collective future, while steering your own journey in a trusting environment. Benefit from our rich heritage and global opportunities as you construct a career with purpose.
We welcome new perspectives and ideas but above all, we believe that quality relationships sit at the heart of good business. We strive to be the people that seek to understand and bring people together.
Our values underpin what we stand for and how we work:
* Professionalism with personality.
* Excellence with humility.
* Innovation with agility.
We're an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications regardless of age, disability, marital status, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, transgender status or gender.
We recognise the importance of work/life balance and agree flexible working arrangements to suit each individual.
Gleeds is a Great Place to Work certified employer.