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Talent Acquisition Partner - Recruiting for Gleeds Infrastructure

About The Role

  • Location: Multiple Locations (Manchester, London, Birmingham, Leeds, Liverpool, Bristol)
  • Permanent
  • Full-time with flexible working and core hours

Gleeds is a leading global property and construction consultancy. Independent since 1875, we are proud to deliver award-winning projects worldwide. We are an accredited Great Place to Work employer, with our people at the heart of everything we do. Gleeds is one of the first global firms to specialise in cost management and assurance services.

We are at the forefront of Infrastructure expertise and have achieved significant growth as we contribute to an industry with trillions of pounds of investment over the next decade. We have been the trusted partner for developers, governments, and public/private sector businesses, empowering them to achieve their growth ambitions across the United Kingdom and overseas. Together, we have built the essential Infrastructure that connects communities and locations and created vibrant environments where people can truly live, work, learn, and thrive.

We are looking for highly motivatedEstimators / Cost Plannerswithproven experience in the infrastructure sector (Rail, Highways, Aviation, Utilities, Water, Power and general Civils). Our Estimating team uses industry best practices to develop estimates and cost plans for some of the most high-profile Infrastructure projects and programmes in the UK and overseas. Our range of estimating outputs has been meticulously designed to drive, inform, and safeguard commercial strategies underpinning business cases throughout the project lifecycle. We offer various services, including estimate production, assurance, benchmarking, and significant programme setup.

Your day-to-day could sometimes involve:

  • Production of estimates & cost plans ranging from OOM to detailed estimates.
  • Carrying out quantity take-offs using advanced software tools.
  • Reviewing and assuring estimates & cost plans.
  • Benchmarking to inform project performance and decision-making.
  • Providing insight into cost performance and industry trends.
  • Presenting estimating outputs in a cost report.
  • Collaborating with design and delivery stakeholders.
  • Participating in internal and external CPD events to maintain technological proficiency.

About The Candidate

Who we're looking for:

  • Relevant experience in Estimation, Cost Management, or quantity Surveying in the Infrastructure sector is desirable but not essential.
  • Previous experience of estimating services on significant infrastructure projects/programmes is desirable but not essential.
  • Ideally, HNC, HND or Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying / Cost Management or a similar/relevant discipline. Time-served applicants or an alternative background (i.e., Engineering) may be considered.
  • Professional qualifications and/or membership of the RICS, ACostE, CICES, CIOB or another relevant Chartered Institute are desirable and will be supported if not already attained.

What we can offer you in return:

  • Clear opportunities to develop and grow your career through training and qualifications.
  • Fantastic networking opportunities to grow your brand and expand your understanding of the industry.
  • Generous holiday allowance plus the option to purchase additional days through the holiday purchase scheme.
  • Highly competitive salary and the opportunity to increase this through continuous reviews.
  • Employee Assistance Programme to ensure your health and personal well-being comes first.
  • Our global travel scholarship programme gives you the unique opportunity to gain global experience.
  • Flexible working arrangements to ensure you have a healthy work-life balance.
  • Volunteering opportunities to engage with your local community or charitable organisations.
  • Unparalleled support from central teams and a company recognised as a Great Place to Work.

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.

With over 75 offices across the globe, you’ll become part of a truly global team that isn’t restricted by borders. 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. Wherever we are in the world, we’re committed to the success of our people, clients and communities – giving everyone a safer and more sustainable place to live, work and thrive.

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.

Seniority level

  • Seniority levelNot Applicable

Employment type

  • Employment typeFull-time

Job function

  • Job functionConsulting and Project Management
  • IndustriesConstruction, Rail Transportation, and Utilities

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