Cost Consultant

Maxim Recruitment; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multi-disciplinary building consultancy in Leicester is seeking a Cost Consultant to manage a range of exciting projects across multiple sectors including education and residential. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Quantity Surveying, strong pre-contract experience, and a proven track record in cost management on high-value projects. The role offers a salary up to £60,000, with hybrid working options and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Salary up to £60,000 depending on experience

Hybrid working available

Professional development and chartership support

Qualifications

• Minimum 4–10 years’ relevant experience in cost consultancy.
• Proven record of working on multi-million-pound building projects.

Responsibilities

• Preparing cost plans, estimates, and feasibility studies.
• Leading pre-contract stages including tender and project documentation.
• Undertaking post-contract cost control and financial reporting.

Skills

Pre-contract and cost planning capability

Managing multiple projects

Communication and client-facing skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

MRICS qualified or close to chartership

Job description

A Cost Consultant in Leicester is required to join a leading multi-disc. building consultancy. The role offers exposure to a wide range of exciting projects across sectors including education, industrial, residential, and retail, with project values ranging from £5m to £120m, and flagship schemes exceeding £500m.

This Quantity Surveyor position would suit someone with strong pre-contract and cost planning experience, capable of managing projects from early feasibility through tender documentation to post-contract delivery.

Located in a desirable office-space in central Leicester, this Cost Consultant role is ideal for candidates based in Leicestershire, Coventry, Derby, Nottingham, and Northampton.

You’ll be working on a portfolio of East Midlands and national construction projects covering both public and private sectors. The building projects are varied, complex, and high value, with opportunities to take ownership and lead cost management delivery from inception to completion. These projects include universities, schools, industrial, residential, retail, luxury housing, build-to-rent, and care homes.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Preparing cost plans, estimates, and feasibility studies
• Leading pre-contract stages including tender and project documentation
• Managing tendering processes and contractor negotiations
• Undertaking post-contract cost control and financial reporting
• Providing strategic cost advice to clients and design teams
• Supporting junior team members and contributing to team development
• Engaging confidently with clients and representing the consultancy professionally

Desired Skills and Experience

• Strong pre-contract and cost planning capability
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills
• Proven record of working on multi-million-pound building projects across sectors
• Able to work independently with limited supervision

Qualifications/Educational Requirements

• Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or related discipline
• MRICS qualified or close to chartership
• Minimum 4–10 years’ relevant experience in cost consultancy

Employing Company Overview and Profile

A respected and dynamic UK cost consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality service across multiple sectors. Known for a collaborative, non-corporate culture, this firm offers excellent opportunities for progression and professional development.

Additional Benefits Package and Incentives

• Salary up to £60,000 depending on experience
• Hybrid working available
• Professional development and chartership support

Hugh Duffield is our specialist consultant managing this position

0116 473 5358
(Office hours 8.30am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday)