Song Yang is a Senior Project Manager and Head of Cost Management at Gleeds. In this dual role, he leads and develops the cost management team, strengthens collaboration across the EMEA region, and ensures that knowledge, standards, and best practices are shared effectively.
At the same time, he oversees complex construction projects, ensuring they are delivered on schedule, within budget, and to the highest levels of quality and safety. His work brings together strategic oversight and practical project experience, allowing him to drive efficiency, innovation, and client value.
A typical day for Song involves reviewing project priorities, coordinating closely with internal teams and external stakeholders, and ensuring clear communication across all project stages. He spends much of his time analysing budgets, forecasts, and project risks, always with the aim of using cost management as a strategic decision-making tool that guides projects toward successful outcomes.
Song is motivated by the opportunity to create measurable impact - whether through improved financial performance, reduced budget deviations, or enhanced processes. He enjoys the diversity and challenge of working at the interface of project management and cost management, where he can combine structure, creativity, and problem-solving to deliver meaningful results.
He was drawn to Gleeds because of its blend of global expertise and local entrepreneurial freedom. He values the open and respectful culture, the flat hierarchies, and the genuine team spirit that encourages individuals to take initiative and contribute ideas. For him, collaboration is more than a value - it is something truly lived across the company.
One of Song’s proudest achievements at Gleeds is progressing into his current leadership role, reflecting the trust placed in him by both management and colleagues. This step has enabled him to contribute even more strategically to the development of the team and the success of client projects.
Outside of work, Song enjoys reading, spending quality time with his family, and staying active through hiking, skiing, and tennis. He also loves organising game nights with friends. If he had chosen a different career path, he imagines he might be running a restaurant, creating a warm and welcoming place where people can come together and enjoy good food.