Graduate Assistant Surveyor (Cost Management) - US Based

Job description

**Position Category:** Graduate **Location:** G&T's US team is currently recruiting for opportunities across the following locations: New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Miami. **Start Date:** September 2027**Eligibility Requirement:** Please note that only candidates who have previously completed, or are currently studying, a degree accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) are eligible for this role. **Summary**The role of a cost manager is to manage the cost and legal processes of a construction project. As a Cost Manager, your primary responsibility is to help ensure projects are delivered within the client's approved budget. This includes preparing cost plans, forecasts, cash flow projections, contract documentation and financial reports, while providing clients with clear and accurate advice throughout the project lifecycle. Effective communication and strong attention to detail are key to the role, enabling Cost Managers to keep clients informed of project finances and proactively manage associated risks. **Role Overview** As an Assistant Surveyor within one of G&T's US offices, you will gain valuable practical experience across a variety of projects while developing a comprehensive understanding of construction costs, procurement and contracts. Working alongside experienced Cost Managers, you will receive on-the-job training and support to help develop the technical, commercial and professional skills required to build a successful career in the industry. You will also be encouraged and supported in working towards Chartered Membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) through the APC pathway. The role offers exposure to a range of clients, sectors and project types, providing an excellent opportunity to apply the knowledge gained through your degree in a practical project environment while continuing your professional development. Working as part of a collaborative team, you will support your line manager and colleagues in the delivery of project work. You will be expected to take ownership of tasks, work with an appropriate level of autonomy and recognise when to seek guidance to achieve the best outcomes for clients and projects. We are particularly interested in candidates who are enthusiastic about developing their careers within the US construction and property industry and who are excited by the opportunity to contribute to the continued growth of G&T's US business. You will build a strong understanding of your role, the firm, the US market and the wider industry, and how they all connect to deliver successful projects.