Graduate Programme 2026 - Cost Management and Commercial Management - North East

Job description

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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. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world's most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success. 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., the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world. Please visit our website: www.turnerandtownsend.com

Job DescriptionOur 24-month Graduate Development Programme (GDP) 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 the heart of Turner & Townsend, building your internal networks and deepening your understanding of our industry and service area. As part of our team, you'll receive a structured development plan tailored to introduce you to the technical and commercial competencies that are the steppingstones to success at Turner & Townsend. A dedicated Graduate Development Manager will be your guide, providing support and ensuring you're on the right track.

We are committed to your continuous learning and professional development, and we offer opportunities to pursue professional qualifications with esteemed institutions. Are you ready to embark on a journey that will shape your career and future? Join us at Turner & Townsend and make the difference!

Cost ManagementCost Management is a core discipline at Turner & Townsend, focused on delivering value for money across the lifecycle of a project. It involves managing costs from initial feasibility through to final delivery, ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.

What You'll DoAs a graduate in this area, you'll play a key role in helping clients make informed decisions and manage risk. The role offers a fast‐paced environment where you can contribute to commercial success across a wide range of sectors, including:

Infrastructure

Central & Local Government

Health & Education

Energy and Natural Resources

Commercial Development

Data Centres

Life Sciences

Defence

Digital InnovationYou'll also work with our HIVE applications and tools, which are part of our integrated service offering. Unique to Turner & Townsend, HIVE is a digital platform that supports our global business by using data and technology to improve cost efficiency and reduce carbon impact across projects. As part of the cost management role, you may have the opportunity (subject to internal review) to complete a 6‐month secondment with the CM Digital Team in a hybrid position.

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 our industry‐leading Embodied Carbon Calculator

Professional QualificationWe'll fully support you through the RICS Assessment of Professional Competence (APC), helping you work towards becoming a professionally chartered surveyor.

What We Value in Our Graduates

Passion : A genuine interest in the built environment and the construction industry, including both infrastructure and real estate.

Client Focus : A strong desire to deliver excellent service and uphold our commitment to quality in everything you do.

Sustainability Awareness : Conscious of environmental challenges and motivated to contribute to a more sustainable future in construction.

Analytical Thinking : Able to approach problems logically and eager to develop your analytical and problem‐solving skills.

Data Fluency : Comfortable working with data and confident in presenting insights clearly and effectively.

Drive : Motivated to contribute to the successful delivery of projects and programmes.

Self‐Awareness : Recognise your own development needs and are committed to learning and refining your technical and commercial skills.

What You'll Gain

Sector Exposure : The opportunity to broaden your knowledge across sectors such as real estate, infrastructure, advisory, defence, and energy and natural resources while developing the skills to provide commercial, strategic, and analytical advice to clients.

Client and Team Engagement : The opportunity to work with your colleagues in a team environment, and with our clients, to drive positive social and environmental change, encourage innovation and create a sustainable energy future.

Tailored Development : A personalised training plan designed to grow your skills and knowledge, with tools to help you track and advance your progress.

Technical Training : Access to our Technical Training Academy, where you'll deepen your professional expertise, sharpen your capabilities, and prepare for future challenges.

Supportive Culture : A collaborative team environment that actively supports your development and helps you grow your career as a professional.

Global Opportunity : The chance to join a high‐performing, global professional services firm known for its resilience and adaptability in changing market conditions.

Purpose‐Driven Work : Opportunities to contribute to our commitments 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 RequirementsIn some regional roles, the ability to drive may be necessary due to the location of client offices. To be considered for roles in the Defence arena, you will need to pass both a Baseline Personnel Security Standard check and UKSV SC clearance. This process will begin once you've accepted an offer and confirmed your willingness to undergo the checks. SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

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Seniority levelEntry level

Employment typeFull-time

Job functionConsulting

IndustriesConstruction, Civil Engineering, and Business Consulting and Services

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

21-05-2026

Profession type

Management

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English