Consultant - Cost Intelligence & Estimating - PMCM

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working policy

Thrive wellbeing programme

Gymflex discounts

Chartered development support

Job summary

WSP is a world-leading engineering and environmental professional services firm seeking a Consultant for Cost Intelligence and Estimating. Join a team of quantity surveyors delivering estimating, benchmarking and commercial insight across major infrastructure projects.

You will work within the PMCM group, leveraging CostX, CEMAR and Power BI to enhance cost management, with opportunities for global collaboration, career development and a flexible hybrid working model in the UK.

Qualifications

• Construction cost management experience or qualification with interest in chartership
• Experience in infrastructure sectors, estimating and benchmarking at various design stages
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail
• Excellent communication and collaboration across cross-functional teams
• Passion for making a difference in a dynamic team environment

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality estimating, cost intelligence and benchmarking services
• Develop robust cost estimates and cost plans across project lifecycles
• Apply cost management principles, data-driven insights and digital tools to improve accuracy and transparency
• Collaborate with global colleagues and support growth plans across markets

Skills

Construction cost management

Quantity surveying

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

RICS chartership

Tools

Power BI

CostX

CEMAR

Job description

Job Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

WSP is one of the world\'s leading engineering and environmental professional services firms providing technical consultancy to the built and natural environment. We believe that for societies to thrive, we must all hold ourselves accountable for tomorrow. For us, that means creating innovative solutions to the challenges the future will bring to the communities and environments where we live and work across the UK.

We are locally dedicated and propelled by international brainpower. We are technical experts and strategic advisors, including engineers, technicians, scientists, planners, surveyors, geo-science and environmental specialists, as well as other design, programme and construction management professionals. Our experts influence and design sustainable lasting solutions in the property & buildings, transportation & infrastructure, earth & environment, industry and power & energy sectors as well as project delivery and strategic consulting services.

A Little More About Your Role…

As a Consultant within our Cost Intelligence and Estimating team, you will contribute to the delivery of high-quality estimating, cost intelligence and benchmarking services for major programmes and projects across infrastructure and built environment sectors.

This role offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of modern cost management, combining core estimating and quantity surveying expertise with advanced cost intelligence to deliver high-value advisory services. The successful candidate will be involved in developing robust cost estimates and cost plans across the project lifecycle, applying established construction cost management principles, methodologies, and standards, while also leveraging data-driven insights, benchmarking, and digital tools to enhance accuracy, transparency, and client decision-making.

You will be involved in complex commissions, will have the option to collaborate with colleagues globally and will have access to development and earning opportunities covering all career aspects ranging from technical competency and delivery expertise through to business development helping grow WSP’s presence in key markets and sectors.

YOUR TEAM

You will join our Cost Intelligence and Estimating team of quantity surveyors and estimators who provide specialist estimating, benchmarking and commercial insight across major infrastructure markets, supporting the provision of robust estimating capability, market understanding and client engagement.

You will be part of our Project Management and Commercial Management Team (PMCM) – made up of approximately 500 colleagues across the UK. This team provides Quantity Surveying, Cost and Commercial Management, Programme and Project Management, and Project Controls services across both building and infrastructure projects for public and private sector clients. You will sit within our Civil Infrastructure and Utilities group, working with colleagues across complementary disciplines and drawing on the strength of WSP’s wider UK and global networks to support major client opportunities and strategic growth.

At WSP, you will get to work on iconic programmes and projects, plus develop and expand your career within a global company – one with international offices and access to reach back into our world-class, worldwide teams and markets.

WE\’D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU HAVE

• Construction cost management, quantity surveying or relevant qualification and/or desire to pursue RICS chartership with our support
• Demonstrable experience in infrastructure sectors, including applicable knowledge, ability and experience with regard to estimating and benchmarking at various design stages, digital tools, procurement and pre and post cost and commercial management
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a keen attention to detail
• Strong communication, presentation and interpersonal skills, with ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
• Passion about making a difference and being part of a dynamic team
  

And while not essential, we\’d be excited if you:

• Have transferable experience across other regulated infrastructure markets, especially in the water or energy sectors
• Have experience of using data visualisation or digital reporting tools such as Power BI to communicate cost intelligence insights
• Possess familiarity with relevant specialist software such as CostX and CEMAR
• Are keen to develop beyond a technical role by supporting growth plans, bids, proposals and work-winning activities
• Wish to participate in external events, networks or best practice development
  

What if you could shape a career as unique as you?

At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself?

With us, you can. Apply today.

About Us

We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 11,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Work-life balance

At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.

Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging

We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a culture of inclusivity.

Health & Wellbeing

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.

Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time

To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.

We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Your development

We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

#WeAreWSP

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.