Reporting to our Commercial Contracts Manager (Retail), the Trainee Cost Manager will be offering support in commercially managing varying sized commercial, retail projects of a construction and refurbishment nature. Based at our Peterborough Branch the role will mainly cover the Midlands, East Anglia, South East and London areas.
The Trainee Cost Manager will assist with advice and report on all commercial and financial aspects of the projects and contracts allowing projects to be delivered safely, timely, within budget and to the highest level of satisfaction of our clients.
Main Duties & Responsibilities
Initially to assist the Commercial Contracts Manager (Retail) in:-
Engagement with subcontractors and suppliers, inviting them to tender and answer enquiries.
Prepare and evaluate construction and development tenders from information provided by clients, architects, engineers and other design consultants.
Preparing, negotiating and analysing costs for tenders and contracts.
Produce bill of quantity/activity schedule for payment purposes.
Liaise with Project / Site Managers on suppliers regarding price, proven history, availability etc.
Notify in writing both successful and unsuccessful subcontractors in a timely manner.
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