If you are seeking a role that will enable you to develop relationships with potential clients, secure projects and lead them to completion, this varied role will give you the opportunity to utilise your experience, develop your portfolio and help us to grow our business. This role, based in our Winchester office offers your own career advancement in conjunction with developing the team to fulfil their career aspirations.
Our team work on projects worth +£100m including leading life sciences, defence, health, higher education and residential sectors.
What you need to do to be effective in this role
- Mentor QS cost management colleagues to develop their skills.
- Collaborate with Winchester and Ridge leadership teams.
- Manage clients and pursue new business opportunities.
- Participate in business development forums and sector groups.
- Coordinate cost management across all offices.
- Work independently on assigned tasks.
- Advise on contracts and construction conditions, both NEC and JCT standard forms.
- Guide design teams on cost-effective methods and materials to stay within budget.
- Prepare tender documents.
- Oversee project costs during construction and negotiate final accounts.
- Lead client meetings and ensure successful project delivery.
- Expand business through new and repeat projects.
- Manage projects from inception to completion and use.
Skills and experience you need to have for this role
- Experience leading multiple projects and managing client relationships, including business development
- Excellent communication and commercial awareness
- Relevant project experience, with a good mix of NEC and JCT experience. Previous security clearance would be helpful.
- RICS-accredited degree or equivalent
- MRICS Chartered status
- Background in commercially focused roles
- Enthusiastic and ambitious
- Proficient with MS Office (especially Excel) and industry-standard software
- Cost X experience preferred
- Track record of developing and mentoring people
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Senior Associate, Cost Management in Winchester employer: Ridge and Partners LLP
Ridge and Partners LLP is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, particularly in the dynamic field of Water and Environment infrastructure. With a strong emphasis on employee growth, we offer numerous opportunities for professional development and involvement in impactful projects that shape communities. Our commitment to sustainability and excellence ensures that you will be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to making a difference.
