Cost Manager - Boutique consultancy

Capstone Property Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected cost consultancy is seeking a Cost Manager in London. This role involves cost planning, contract management, and client interaction on luxury projects. The candidate should hold a degree in Quantity Surveying, preferably have residential sector experience, and possess strong communication skills. Competitive salary and opportunities for progression are available.

Qualifications

• Experience in the residential sector preferred; prime or super-prime advantageous.
• Clear, confident communicator as this is a client-facing role.
• Full UK driver’s licence required.

Responsibilities

• Cost planning and feasibility studies.
• Drafting and managing contract documentation.
• Preparing detailed financial reports for clients.

Skills

Cost planning and feasibility studies

Tendering and preparation of Bills of Quantities

Contract administration

Client communication

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

RICS Chartered or working towards APC

Job description

COST MANAGER
£60,000 – £65,000 + Bonus + Benefits
London

Capstone Recruitment is proud to be working exclusively with a respected, medium-sized cost consultancy that specialises in the super-prime residential sector. With an impressive client list of UHNW individuals and world-renowned developers, they deliver projects where quality, discretion, and attention to detail are paramount.

Following a strong period of growth, they are now looking to expand their team with the addition of a confident and client-facing Cost Manager. You’ll join a high-performing, collaborative team working on a wide range of luxury schemes across London. The business actively promotes progression and encourages an enterprising and autonomous working culture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Cost planning and feasibility studies

• Tendering and preparation of Bills of Quantities

• Drafting and managing contract documentation

• Managing valuations and reviewing variations

• Preparing detailed financial reports for clients

• Contract administration

• Leading and contributing to client meetings

Candidate Profile:

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline

• Residential sector experience preferred (prime or super-prime advantageous)

• Ideally RICS chartered or working towards APC

• Strong technical knowledge and attention to detail

• Clear, confident communicator – this is a client-facing role

• Full UK driver’s licence

If you feel your current role is limiting your progression, earning potential, or exposure to high-end projects, get in touch.

Contact Annabel Drew on 0203 757 5000 or send your CV to [e-mail].