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    Do you want to work for an award-winning public sector Property Services Department across a variety of exciting projects?

    The role

    Hampshire County Council has an impressive client base within its specialist sectors and are looking to recruit to the Cost Management team.

    Working alongside a highly experienced and capable team out of the Winchester office. The successful candidate will undertake both Pre and Post Contract QS services on projects typically ranging from £100k - £500k, while assisting senior members of the team on larger schemes.

    Please note this job advert covers two grades a Graduate Cost Manager and Assistant Cost Manager role. Salary and job offer will be offered based on the candidate’s level of qualifications and their relevance to the role. To be considered for the higher grade Assistant Cost Manager role you will be required to hold a BSc/Masters Degree in Quantity Surveying.

    Person specification

    • BSc/Masters Degree in Quantity Surveying (requirement of Assistant Cost Manager role)
    • Working towards a Master’s or Degree in Quantity Surveying
    • Ability to plan, organise and prioritise activities.
    • Ability to manage conflicting pressures and priorities and work in a demanding multidisciplinary environment.
    • The role holder is required to travel to various locations within Hampshire [and the Isle of Wight or other local authority], and it is essential they have a current drivers licence and access to a reliable vehicle on a regular basis.

    What we can offer you

    We look after our staff and enable those with ambition to reach their full potential through structured training programs as well as individual coaching and mentoring. You’ll be able to work on interesting and ambitious projects that have a direct positive impact on the area. We offer a range of family-friendly policies including flexible working and a generous annual leave entitlement.

    Hampshire County Council offers a competitive salary and pension scheme with excellent industry leading flexible working practises which will give you great freedom to balance work and life. Please see our website for details: Our Benefits Package.

    Additionally we also offer flexible working to support your excellent work/life balance. This could include a reduced working week, condensed hours, fixed or flexible hours. Please state your preference on your application. We are deeply committed to inclusion, diversity and wellbeing - see our Inclusion Strategy for further information.

    Hampshire is a beautiful place to live, with vibrant cities, miles of coastline and two National Parks. If you enjoy outdoor activities, you’ll find world class walking, cycling, sailing and much more.