About this role
Title: Associate Cost Manager Sector: Data Centre Discipline: Cost Management Location: London (With Hybrid Working) Why RLB? At RLB, we live by four simple ideas: Truth, Trust, Together, Tomorrow. Four values that live at the heart of RLB. A place where People Make Progress. We value your skills, talents and unique perspectives – we think they are priceless. Bring them to RLB and you’ll be empowered to shape our future and your career in new and meaningful ways. We’ll give you opportunities to work on some of the most ambitious and exciting projects currently being designed and developed in the built environment sector. You’ll continue to learn and advance as everyone who works for us is provided with a tailored training programme. Our mentoring and reverse mentoring schemes will enable you to share your expertise while gaining fresh insights. What makes RLB unique is our inclusive culture. As an independent, employee-owned business, teamwork and collaboration lies at the heart of everything we do. Hybrid and flexible working arrangements and family-friendly policies are just some of the ways we invest in employee wellbeing. Join us and you will thrive personally as well as professionally. RLB is continuing to win projects with clients in the Data Centre sector, and we are looking for more talented professionals to help deliver them. The Data Centre sector represents the forefront of technological advancement and sustainable development in the built environment. RLB has experienced substantial growth in the sector, expanding into new markets, broadening our service offerings, and significantly increasing our team. Our expert consultants play a key role on some of the most ambitious and exciting projects being developed in the sector today. RLB’s Data Centre team works on wide range of projects including new build, fitout, refurbishment, and capacity upgrades. With growing demand for our services, we are recruiting experienced Cost Managers for leadership positions within the team. The role will involve leading the delivery of various Data Centre (CSA/MEP) projects in and around London, and across Europe, as well ad key account management and growing / developing teams. A cultural fit is key. As an independent, employee-owned business, teamwork and collaboration lie at the heart of everything we do. And we work to be a force for good, guided and inspired by our values – Truth, Trust, Together, Tomorrow – to make a positive, long-lasting difference in the communities we serve. Role Responsibilities Lead the successful delivery of Data Centre projects, taking responsibility for all aspects of project performance and outcomes. Pre- and post-contract Quantity Surveying and Cost Management. Demonstrate leadership across people, projects and business activities. Build and develop strong client relationships, contributing to work winning and new business opportunities. Contribute to the financial performance of projects and the wider business, including revenue and profitability. Manage and develop team members, including mentoring and supporting career development. Promote efficiency, effectiveness and best practice across projects and teams. Participate in and contribute to the development of Rider Levett Bucknall strategy. Monitor technical performance across projects, reviewing delivery with teams and clients to ensure high standards. Keep up to date with current thinking and best practice within the discipline. Candidate Profile Qualifications Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or similar technical discipline. MRICS or membership of other relevant professional body. Experience Strong experience delivering Data Centres. CSA and MEP / Mechanical & Electrical packages. Strong technical delivery experience. Previously employed by a consultancy or end user client. Stakeholder management with a clear focus on developing client accounts. Demonstrable leadership capabilities across people, projects and business. Behaviours Recognised as a client focused, positive collaborator who shares knowledge freely and offers support to their peers and seniors. Recognised as a team player with a strong willingness to learn. Demonstrates a positive and proactive approach to the role, and will be committed to delivering customer service excellence, with good commercial results.