Senior Cost Consultant – Quantity Surveying Job in London, Greater London – 70,000 – 90,000

Overview

In this Senior Cost Consultant role, you’ll lead cost management for large residential and mixed-use schemes in a growing multidisciplinary practice. You will work with private developer clients, shaping budgets from feasibility to final accounts and guiding procurement and contract strategy. The position sits within a cost consultancy team, collaborating with senior leaders to deliver high-value projects and adopt technology-driven processes. You’ll gain exposure to landmark regeneration schemes and MMC-focused delivery, contributing to the firm’s growth and reputation.

Pay / Benefits

• 27 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• Hybrid Working
• Pension matched up to 5%
• Life Assurance
• Mileage/Public Transport paid to sites
• Regular social events

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise junior cost consultants
• Manage pre-contract and post-contract cost services
• Cost planning, cost control, estimates and procurement
• Negotiation and contract preparation
• Supply chain engagement and budget reconciliations
• Cost reporting and site valuations
• Client liaison and QA/compliance checks
• Champion technology use to enhance client service and efficiency

Key requirements

• 6+ years’ experience as a Cost Consultant / Quantity Surveyor from a Consultancy or Developer
• Experience in large-scale residential urban projects
• MRICS/MCIOB
• Degree in Quantity Surveying or similar
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Experience serving private sector clients
• Experience in cost planning, cost control, reporting and procurement
• Interest or experience in MMC and sustainability advantageous

• leadership and team management
• strong client liaison and communication
• problem solving and analytical mindset
• cost planning
• cost control
• cost estimates

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