Cost/Commercial Management Placement
by Mace
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About Mace
Mace was founded on a belief that the construction industry would benefit from a more open and collaborative approach, we have become a leader in construction delivery by adhering to that founding principle.
From fixed price contracting to construction management, we understand what it takes to ensure successful delivery. We use our consultancy expertise and knowledge of the entire property lifecycle to develop sound strategies, which are then translated into fully realisable programmes and plans that are delivered on time and within budget.
About the role
The role of the commercial manager in a contracting capacity covers all financial aspects of a project, from bidding for work through to the close out of final accounts when the project is completed. This involves procurement of works to maximise the profit margin, and the subsequent management of costs through the design and construction phase in order to ensure that margins are realised. A graduate trainee commercial manager would typically start working on sub-contracts, assisting in procurement, carrying out valuations, and agreeing variation costs. As their construction knowledge and negotiation skills develop, the complexity of their work packages will increase. From there they will become involved with cost reporting and the main contract account.
About Programme
On the job learning is a key element of the industrial placement programme and students will work full-time on interesting projects with the support of experienced professionals. There is also the option to start working towards professional chartership during the placement year.
After the programme
After completing the 12 month placement, students return to university with a greater understanding of the industry, working life and their specialist field. Students who perform well on their placements will be offered a place on the Graduate Development Programme subject to achieving a 2.1 degree. High performers may also be offered sponsorship during their final year at university.
The vast majority of our placement students return to Mace on completion of their degree to complete the graduate development programme. 100% of 2012 and 2013 industrial placements joined the graduate development programme after graduating in 2014 and 2015.
Minimum Requirements
- Studying a degree in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management discipline showing potential to achieve a 2.1 or higher
- 240 UCAS points achieved from 3 A Levels (excluding general studies)
- Grade C or above for Maths and English GCSE
- Evidence of having undertaken challenging work experience and/or substantial extra-curricular activity
How to apply
Application deadline: 14th February 2016
Offers are being made on a rolling basis and we will close applications when the vacancies are filled. We would encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
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