Graduate Programme - Cost Management and Commercial Management 2026 - Bristol

Graduate Programme – Cost Management and Commercial Management 2026 – Bristol

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Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries. Working with clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, the firm delivers outcomes that improve people’s lives by turning challenge into opportunity and complexity into success.

Key capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions. The company is majority‑owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real‑estate services and investment firm.

Job Description

The 24‑month Graduate Development Programme (GDP) provides a learning environment to help you become a well‑rounded consultant and launch your career by building internal networks, deepening industry knowledge and developing technical and commercial competencies.

What You’ll Do

• Assist clients in making informed decisions and managing risk within a fast‑paced environment across sectors such as infrastructure, central & local government, health & education, energy and natural resources, commercial development, data centres, life sciences and defence.
• Work with HIVE applications and tools to support cost efficiency and reduce carbon impact across projects.
• Possibly complete a 6‑month secondment with the CM Digital Team in a hybrid position (subject to internal review).

Core Skills You’ll Develop

• Contract administration and management
• Cost control and performance management
• Cost modelling and benchmarking
• Estimating and measurement
• Quantity surveying fundamentals
• Value management and engineering
• Stakeholder management
• Cost auditing and assurance
• Supply chain and market engagement
• Procurement and tendering
• Commercial strategy development and programme setup
• Digital solutions creation and use of bespoke tools
• Use of the industry‑leading Embodied Carbon Calculator

Professional Qualification

Full support to complete the RICS Assessment of Professional Competence (APC) to become a professionally chartered surveyor.

What We Value in Our Graduates

• Passion – a genuine interest in the built environment and construction industry.
• Client Focus – a strong desire to deliver excellent service and uphold quality commitments.
• Sustainability Awareness – awareness of environmental challenges and motivation to contribute to a more sustainable future.
• Analytical Thinking – logical problem‑solving and eager to develop analytical skills.
• Data Fluency – comfort with data and confidence in presenting insights.
• Drive – motivation to contribute to successful project delivery.
• Self‑Awareness – recognition of personal development needs and commitment to learning.

What You’ll Gain

• Sector Exposure – broad knowledge across real estate, infrastructure, advisory, defence and energy.
• Client and Team Engagement – work with colleagues and clients to drive positive social, environmental change and innovation.
• Tailored Development – a personalised training plan with progress tracking tools.
• Technical Training – access to the Technical Training Academy to deepen expertise.
• Supportive Culture – a collaborative environment that actively supports growth.
• Global Opportunity – portfolio of projects and a role within a globally recognised firm.
• Purpose‑Driven Work – opportunities to contribute to sustainability, inclusivity, wellbeing and community impact.

Additional Information

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave
• Buy and sell annual leave
• Corporate gym membership
• Cycle scheme
• Pension

Other Requirements

• Regional roles may require the ability to drive due to client office location.
• Defence arena roles require passing both a Baseline Personnel Security Standard check and UKSV SC clearance after offer acceptance.
• SOX control responsibilities may apply where applicable.

Location: Bristol, England, United Kingdom

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Consulting – Construction, Civil Engineering, and Business Consulting and Services

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