Graduate Programme - Cost Management and Commercial Management 2026 - Liverpool

Graduate Programme – Cost Management and Commercial Management 2026 – Liverpool

Turner & Townsend invites applicants to join our 24‑month Graduate Development Programme (GDP). The programme offers a structured learning environment designed to help you become a well‑rounded consultant and launch a career in cost and commercial management.

Job Description

As a graduate in this area, you will work directly with clients to support informed decision‑making and risk management. The role provides a fast‑paced environment with exposure across a wide range of sectors, including:

• Infrastructure
• Central & Local Government
• Health & Education
• Energy and Natural Resources
• Commercial Development
• Data Centres
• Life Sciences
• Defence

You will have the opportunity to work with HIVE applications and tools, our integrated digital platform that supports cost efficiency and reduces carbon impact. A 6‑month secondment with the CM Digital Team is also possible, 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
• Development of commercial strategies and programme set‑up
• Digital solutions to enhance performance
• Delivery of projects using Turner & Townsend’s bespoke digital tools
• Use of our industry‑leading Embodied Carbon Calculator

Professional Development

We fully support your pursuit of the RICS Assessment of Professional Competence (APC), working towards becoming 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.
• Sustainability Awareness: Motivation to contribute to a more sustainable future in construction.
• Analytical Thinking: Logical problem‑solving with a focus on analytical skills.
• Data Fluency: Comfortable working with data and presenting insights clearly.
• Drive: Motivated to contribute to successful project delivery.
• Self‑Awareness: Recognising development needs and committing to learning.

What You’ll Gain

• Sector Exposure: Broad knowledge across real estate, infrastructure, advisory, defence, and energy.
• Client and Team Engagement: Collaborative work with colleagues and clients, driving social and environmental change.
• Tailored Development: A personalised training plan with progress tracking.
• Technical Training: Access to the Technical Training Academy for deeper expertise.
• Supportive Culture: A collaborative environment that promotes your growth.
• Global Opportunity: Position within a resilient, adaptive global professional services firm.
• Purpose‑Driven Work: Opportunities to contribute to sustainability, innovation, inclusivity, wellbeing, and community impact.

Benefits

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

Additional Information

Some regional roles may require a proven ability to drive due to the location of client offices. Defence roles necessitate a Baseline Personnel Security Standard check and UKSV SC clearance after offer acceptance.

SOX control responsibilities may apply where relevant.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Job function: Consulting
• Industries: Construction, Civil Engineering, Business Consulting and Services
• Location: Liverpool, England, United Kingdom
• Posting date: 1 day ago