JLL supports the Whole You, personally and professionally.
Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology to our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people in our industry; and we support them through professional growth, flexibility, and personalized benefits to manage life in and outside of work. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades, and technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, we empower you to shape a brighter way forward so you can thrive professionally and personally.
Role Purpose
We have an exciting opportunity to establish and develop a Cost Management team within JLL’s South West Project & Development Services team. This unique opportunity will be supported and guided by our established and friendly Cost Management team in Manchester and London.
You will need to bring a number of years’ post qualified experience and have worked with a range of clients across the several sectors and have experience of a variety of projects in terms of size and scale. You may have experience managing key client projects and providing advice / guidance to multi-disciplinary teams as well as supporting the management and direction to the client.
JLL has an enviable client list and established projects in this region and there is opportunity to bring your own stamp and personal brand to this role. You will have the support expected of one of the world’s leading businesses, but will be operating within a cohesive and established team with all the support needed to establish and capitalise on the successes of the JLL team. You will have a chance to innovate with our major clients, put that expertise into action on landmark projects and work on game-changing real estate initiatives. You will also make long-lasting professional connections – internally and externally - through sharing different perspectives and you will be inspired by the best. We are focused on opportunity and want to help you make the most of yours. We believe that with your exceptional talent you will be able to make a real impact in the local market and develop a team underneath you within 1-3 years. The JLL wider business will be fully supportive in this. There is significant opportunity for progression and rapid career development.
We have one of the best offices in Bristol with many different working areas and some great views. We work on a hybrid basis with the best IT and offer flexibility to our teams in terms of working hours and offer a class leading benefits package which includes excellent pension, car allowance, healthcare and dental options, season ticket loan, e-vehicle scheme, life insurance and a range of other flexible benefits.
You will be reporting into a director with ability to run projects from your first day. As such, you will need to demonstrate experience with appropriate projects as well as the ability to manage and build strong relationships with clients, consultants and contractors alike. You will also be encouraged to support on bids and engage with other areas of the business. You will be encouraged to take an innovative and entrepreneurial approach to your work – we encourage innovation and support individuals within our world class business.
The ideal candidate will have a technical and experience-based QS/CM background. MRICS is preferred but not necessarily mandatory for the right individual.
What this job involves
Providing a QS presence within the JLL Office with the ability to grow your own team
Undertake feasibility cost estimates and detailed cost plans
Understand & communicate risk associated with design proposals
Deliver post contract duties including payment, cost reporting and contract administration
Work closely with clients, design teams and contractors to optimise solutions
Experience of project procurement and differing routes available
Identify better buying, value management and supply chain opportunities
Undertake data collection to support benchmarking and knowledge management
Manage and own client relationships
Lead with Business Development, internally and externally
A background in the delivery of appropriately sized projects for occupier and investor clients
A track record in delivering high quality services from inception to completion
Enthusiastic, proactive and self-motivated
Excellent verbal, numerical and report/proposal writing skills
Flexible and have the ability to work to deadlines
Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office products
Willing to become part of a dynamic, engaged and supportive team
Recognise the opportunities presented by working with many specialist property consultancy colleagues to identify new opportunities
Diversity and Inclusion is at the heart of JLL. We believe in recruiting, retaining, rewarding and developing all our employees with regard to their abilities and contributions and without reference to their background, gender, gender identity, ethnic origin, age, religion, sexual orientation, political belief, disability or long-term health condition.
You’ll join an entrepreneurial, inclusive culture. One where we succeed together – across the desk and around the globe. Where like-minded people work naturally together to achieve great things.
If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements below. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!
Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:
JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health.
About JLL –
We’re JLL—a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We have operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of over 102,000 individuals around the world who help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. As a global Fortune 500 company, we also have an inherent responsibility to drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility. That’s why we’re committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We’re using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people, and our communities.
Our core values of teamwork, ethics and excellence are also fundamental to everything we do and we’re honored to be recognized with awards for our success by organizations both globally and locally.
Creating a diverse and inclusive culture where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential is important to who we are today and where we’re headed in the future. And we know that unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together.
