Graduate Cost Manager
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Job Summary
JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way.
Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best most talented peopleand empowering them tothrive grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether youve got deep experience in commercial real estate skilled trades or technology or youre looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.
Role Overview
As a Graduate Cost Manager in the PDS team you will join JLLs early careers program designed to cultivate the next generation of cost and commercial management professionals. Youll support the financial stewardship of real estate projectsfrom feasibility and design through construction and handoverensuring costs are accurately forecasted controlled and aligned with client objectives. This role combines on-the-job learning with structured training mentorship and pathways toward professional accreditation (e.g. RICS CIOB).
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in preparing and maintaining cost plans estimates and budgets at all project stages (RIBA stages or equivalent).
- Support quantity take-offs cost modeling and benchmarking using industry-standard databases and digital tools.
- Help analyze contractor tenders prepare bid evaluations and support procurement processes.
- Monitor project expenditures against forecasts track commitments and assist in forecasting final account positions.
- Contribute to change order assessments variation pricing and contract administration support.
- Maintain accurate cost documentation including cost reports risk registers and value engineering analyses.
- Collaborate with project managers designers contractors and client teams to ensure cost transparency and value delivery.
- Participate in JLLs graduate development program including technical workshops software training (e.g. CostX Excel advanced modeling) and professional body preparation.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Bachelors degree (or expected completion by start date) in Quantity Surveying Construction Economics Commercial Management Civil Engineering or a closely related discipline.
- Strong numerical analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with cost estimating software (e.g. CostX Candy or similar) is advantageous but not required.
- Clear interest in real estate development construction economics or cost consultancy.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work independently and as part of multidisciplinary teams in dynamic environments.
- Willingness to engage with project sites and stakeholders as needed.
Location:
On-site Shanghai ChinaIf this job description resonates with you we encourage you to apply even if you dont meet all of the requirements. Were interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!
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