Graduate Programme - Cost Management and Commercial Management

Graduate Programme – Cost Management and Commercial Management 2026 – Liverpool

Turner & Townsend invites applicants to join our 24‑month Graduate Development Programme (GDP). The programme offers a structured learning environment designed to help you become a well‑rounded consultant and launch a career in cost and commercial management.

As a graduate in this area, you will work directly with clients to support informed decision‑making and risk management. The role provides a fast‑paced environment with exposure across a wide range of sectors, including:

• Infrastructure
• Central & Local Government
• Health & Education
• Energy and Natural Resources
• Commercial Development
• Data Centres
• Life Sciences
• Defence

You will have the opportunity to work with HIVE applications and tools, our integrated digital platform that supports cost efficiency and reduces carbon impact. A 6‑month secondment with the CM Digital Team is also possible, subject to internal review.

• Contract administration and management
• Cost control and performance management
• Cost modelling and benchmarking
• Estimating and measurement
• Quantity surveying fundamentals
• Value management and engineering
• Stakeholder management
• Cost auditing and assurance
• Supply chain and market engagement
• Procurement and tendering
• Development of commercial strategies and programme set‑up
• Digital solutions to enhance performance
• Delivery of projects using Turner & Townsend’s bespoke digital tools
• Use of our industry‑leading Embodied Carbon Calculator

We fully support your pursuit of the RICS Assessment of Professional Competence (APC), working towards becoming a professionally chartered surveyor.

• Passion
  : A genuine interest in the built environment and construction industry.
• Client Focus
  : A strong desire to deliver excellent service and uphold quality.
• Sustainability Awareness
  :
  Motivation to contribute to a more sustainable future in construction.
• Analytical Thinking
  :
  Logical problem‑solving with a focus on analytical skills.
• Data Fluency
  :
  Comfortable working with data and presenting insights clearly.
• Drive
  :
  Motivated to contribute to successful project delivery.
• Self‑Awareness
  :
  Recognising development needs and committing to learning.

• Sector Exposure
  :
  Broad knowledge across real estate, infrastructure, advisory, defence, and energy.
• Client and Team Engagement
  :
  Collaborative work with colleagues and clients, driving social and environmental change.
• Tailored Development
  : A personalised training plan with progress tracking.
• Technical Training
  :
  Access to the Technical Training Academy for deeper expertise.
• Supportive Culture
  : A collaborative environment that promotes your growth.
• Global Opportunity
  :
  Position within a resilient, adaptive global professional services firm.
• Purpose‑Driven Work
  :
  Opportunities to contribute to sustainability, innovation, inclusivity, wellbeing, and community impact.

• 25 days annual leave
• Buy and sell annual leave
• Corporate gym membership
• Cycle scheme
• Pension

Some regional roles may require a proven ability to drive due to the location of client offices. Defence roles necessitate a Baseline Personnel Security Standard check and UKSV SC clearance after offer acceptance.

SOX control responsibilities may apply where relevant.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Consulting
• Industries:
  Construction, Civil Engineering, Business Consulting and Services
• Location:
  
  Liverpool, England, United Kingdom
• Posting date: 1 day ago