Executive Cost Consultant

General Description

A highly respected, independent property and construction consultancy is seeking an experienced Executive Cost Consultant to join their established cost management team in central London. This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven Executive Cost Consultant to work on a wide-ranging portfolio of projects, including residential, commercial, mixed-use, heritage, and education schemes across the UK.

The Executive Cost Consultant will play a key role in leading the cost management delivery across a number of high-profile developments, working closely with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams to ensure projects are delivered efficiently, on time, and within budget.

Executive Cost Consultant – Role & Responsibilities

As an Executive Cost Consultant, your core responsibilities will include:

• Leading pre and post-contract cost consultancy services
• Preparing cost plans, procurement strategies, and tender documentation
• Managing tender processes and contractor appointments
• Overseeing change control, contract administration, and risk management
• Producing accurate cost reporting and advising on value engineering
• Acting as a key client contact and supporting the wider team in business development
• Mentoring and supporting junior staff members

Executive Cost Consultant – Requirements

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a relevant construction-related subject
• Ideally MRICS qualified (or working towards)
• Proven experience as a Senior or Executive level Cost Consultant within a consultancy
• Strong working knowledge of procurement, cost planning, and post-contract management
• Experience across sectors such as residential, education, healthcare, and commercial
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a client-focused mindset

In Return

• £60,000 – £70,000 per annum
• 27 days annual leave
• Family & Friends benefits
• Tax free child care
• Flexible working
• Health and wellbeing allowance
• Life Assurance (4x basic salary)
• Private Medical Insurance
• Pension scheme
• Recruitment bonus
• Compassionate leave
• Eye care
• Early Friday finish
• Sports and social company events

If you are a Quantity Surveyor considering your career opportunities, then please contact Dan McEvoy at Brandon James.

Reference

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