Real Estate Cost and Commercial Manager - EMEA
Responsibilities
The Real Estate and Facilities (RE&F) team, part of the Corporate Services department, was established in June 2015. As our company has grown, so has our global real estate footprint. We have developed a comprehensive management model covering the entire real estate lifecycle, including space planning, transaction management, project delivery, and facilities operations.
Responsibilities
- Lead cost and commercial management across the EMEA office portfolio, covering existing and new sites, capital projects, and feasibility studies.
- Provide commercial insight and decision support for new site and project development, including target cost and budget setting.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to develop cost data, business cases, and key decision points throughout the project lifecycle.
- Analyse real estate, construction, and operational market data to inform benchmarks, standards, and commercial strategy in collaboration with global cost teams.
- Oversee pre-construction, tendering, bid evaluation, and consultant cost reviews to ensure robust cost control and value for money.
- Manage project and portfolio budgets, including forecasts, cash flow, variations, risk exposure, and final accounts.
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Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree (or equivalent experience) in architecture, surveying, real estate, construction, business administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years' experience in cost planning and management within the real estate and construction sectors.
- Strong understanding of the real estate markets across the EMEA region (including but not limited to the UK, Ireland, Germany, France, UAE, the Netherlands).
- Able to work independently and manage priorities effectively.
- Open to change in a fast-paced work environment.
- This is an on-site role and requires five days a week in the office.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with interior fitouts, including workplace and CAT A/B projects.
- MRICS qualified.
- Knowledge of property leasing across the EMEA region.
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- HSA
- Life Insurance
- Fitness Subsidies
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- On-Site Gym
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
Parental Benefits
- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Casual Dress
- Snacks
- Pet-friendly Office
- Happy Hours
- Some Meals Provided
- Company Outings
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Leave of Absence
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Performance Bonus
- Company Equity
Professional Development
- Promote From Within
- Access to Online Courses
- Leadership Training Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
- Mentor Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
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