Year Placement 2026 - Cost Management and Commercial Management - Bristol
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Company overview: Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries. Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions. We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., and Turner & Townsend and CBRE collaborate to provide clients with premier programme, project and cost management offerings. For more information, visit www.turnerandtownsend.com.
Job Description
Our 12-month Year Placement Programme provides you with a learning environment to help you become a well-rounded consultant and launch your career. From day one, you’ll dive into Turner & Townsend, building internal networks and deepening your understanding of our industry and service area. This is your chance to develop industry knowledge that goes beyond textbooks and lectures.
You’ll receive a structured development plan tailored to introduce you to the technical and commercial competencies that are the stepping stones to success at Turner & Townsend. A dedicated Development Manager will guide you, providing support and ensuring you’re on the right track. Our learning approach blends technical and behavioural training, with input from peers and experienced professionals to equip you with the knowledge and skills to excel.
Cost Management
Cost Management is a core discipline focused on delivering value for money across the lifecycle of a project, from feasibility through delivery, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
What You’ll Do
You’ll play a key role in helping clients make informed decisions and manage risk in a fast-paced environment across sectors including Infrastructure, Central & Local Government, Health & Education, Energy and Natural Resources, Commercial Development, Data Centres, Life Sciences, and Defence.
* Infrastructure
* Central & Local Government
* Health & Education
* Energy and Natural Resources
* Commercial Development
* Data Centres
* Life Sciences
* Defence
Digital Innovation
You’ll work with HIVE applications and tools, a digital platform that supports our global business by using data and technology to improve cost efficiency and reduce carbon impact across projects.
Core Skills You’ll Develop
* Contract administration and management
* Cost control and performance management
* Cost modelling and benchmarking
* Estimating and measurement
* Core and technical skills in quantity surveying
* Value management and value engineering
* Stakeholder management
* Cost auditing and assurance
* Supply chain and market engagement
* Procurement and tendering
* Developing commercial strategies and programme setup
* Creating digital solutions to enhance performance
* Delivering projects using Turner & Townsend’s bespoke digital tools
* Using the Embodied Carbon Calculator
What We Value
* Passion for the built environment and construction
* Client focus and commitment to quality
* Sustainability awareness
* Analytical thinking and problem-solving
* Data fluency
* Drive and ambition
* Self-awareness and commitment to learning
What You’ll Gain
* Sector exposure across real estate, infrastructure, advisory, defence, and energy & natural resources
* Client and team engagement opportunities to drive positive change
* Tailored development plan and progress tracking tools
* Technical Training through our Technical Training Academy
* Supportive, collaborative culture
* Global opportunities at a resilient, adaptable firm
* Purpose-driven work in sustainability, innovation, inclusivity, wellbeing, and community impact
Benefits
* 25 days annual leave
* Buy and Sell annual leave
* Corporate gym membership
* Cycle scheme
* Pension
Other Requirements
In some regional roles, the ability to drive may be necessary due to location. For roles in the Defence arena, Baseline Personnel Security Standard check and UKSV SC clearance are required after offer acceptance and willingness to undergo checks. SOX control responsibilities may apply where relevant.
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