Assistant Cost Manager (Graduate) - (m/f/d)

Department: Cost ManagementLocation: BerlinDescriptionTitle: Assistant Cost Manager (Graduate) - (m/f/d)Discipline: Cost ManagementLocation: Berlin (With Hybrid Working)Why RLB?At RLB, we live by four simple ideas: Truth, Trust, Together, Tomorrow. Four values that live at the heart of RLB. A place where People Make Progress.RLB is a great place to start your career in the built environment. We’re proud of how we guide, mentor and support people from the earliest stages of their careers, laying the foundations for their future success.RLB’s Future Professionals programme, our development scheme for graduates, is designed to cultivate the next generation of industry leaders. This comprehensive scheme spans two years for graduates, providing structured training support every step of the way, and the opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects.Participants receive mentoring from chartered professionals and additional training focused on both soft and technical skills, ensuring they are well-equipped to achieve their career and chartership goals.What makes RLB unique is our inclusive culture. As an independent, employee-owned business, teamwork and collaboration lies at the heart of everything we do. Hybrid and flexible working arrangements and family-friendly policies are just some of the ways we invest in employee wellbeing.Join us and you will thrive personally as well as professionally.Role OverviewAre you looking to start your career with one of the world’s leading construction and property consultancies? At RLB Europe, we’re offering an exciting opportunity for a Graduate Cost Manager to join our growing team.This is a training position, ideal for a recent graduate or early-career professional who wants to build a career in the construction industry. Cost Management is a core discipline at the heart of RLB’s services. You’ll work within our Spanish team and collaborate with our wider RLB Graduate Community across Europe and the UK, benefitting from our structured Graduate Development Programme, mentorship, and real-world project exposure.What is Cost Management?Cost Management (often known as Quantity Surveying in some regions) is about ensuring our clients achieve maximum value from their investments in the built environment.That means helping clients plan and control costs at every stage of a project — from early feasibility and budgeting through to procurement, construction, and final delivery. It’s about balancing quality, time, and cost to deliver projects that are both financially sound and sustainably delivered.At RLB, our Cost Managers are trusted advisors, working closely with architects, engineers, and developers on projects ranging from commercial offices and hotels to data centres, infrastructure, and residential developments.Key ResponsibilitiesRole ResponsibilitiesAs a Graduate Cost Manager, you’ll be supported to learn and develop the skills needed to become a fully qualified professional. Typical responsibilities include:Assisting in the preparation of cost estimates, budgets, and tender documentsSupporting cost analysis and value engineering exercisesHelping manage project costs and contracts throughout the construction lifecycleAssisting in the preparation of financial reports and cashflow forecastsSupporting the team in client meetings and contributing to presentations and project reviewsWorking collaboratively with colleagues across RLB’s international networkParticipating in our Graduate Development Programme, including technical, professional, and personal development modulesQualificationsDegree qualified in Construction or EngineeringBehavioursGreat communication and teamwork skills.A proactive approach and willingness to get involved.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.A passion for learning and making a difference.RLB Employee BenefitsOur culture is built around enabling you to fulfil your potential, so you can look forward to benefits that include:Hybrid Working - Working patterns to support your work-life balance. As well as competitive maternity and paternity packages.Well-Rewarded - A competitive salary and generous holiday entitlement. As well as the opportunity to purchase up to five extra days.Focus On Wellbeing - We offer a number of health and wellness options, including gym membership and cycle to work schemes.Healthcare Packages - Private healthcare insurance and medical support, including dental insurance and eyecare vouchers.Personal Development - A continuous learning and development programme, including established APC and in-house mentoring schemes.Additional Benefits - We offer a wide range of benefits including a season ticket loan and professional membership subscriptions.Exceptional Exposure - You’ll have the opportunity to work on diverse projects across different sectors and regions.Social Responsibility - We hold team and social events as well as charity fundraising and volunteering activities.Our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion CommitmentWe believe in building a diverse and inclusive environment where each person can be themselves, feel valued for their contribution and be challenged and supported to reach their full potential. We have a responsibility to support the communities in which we live and work, and that our workforce should reflect these communities and our clients. Our talent strategy should enable us to overcome bias in the construction industry by recruiting, retaining, developing, and promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce. Find out more here: Diversity & Inclusion - RLB | EuropeIf you require any reasonable adjustments to support you during any stage of the application or interview process, please contact our recruitment team at: recruitment@uk.rlb.com