Cost Planner

ZipRecruiter; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Cost Planner to join their dynamic team in London. This hybrid role focuses on developing robust cost estimates during the early stages of projects, ensuring competitiveness and value for money. You'll leverage historical data and collaborate closely with stakeholders to enhance cost certainty. The company prides itself on its commitment to sustainability and community impact, offering a supportive environment for professional growth. If you are passionate about delivering exceptional customer value and thrive in a collaborative setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Career Development Opportunities

Flexible Working Environment

Inclusive Workplace

Agile Working Support

Qualifications

• Proven experience in cost planning or estimating within construction.
• Excellent technical expertise in cost planning methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for early project stages.
• Collaborate with project teams to understand scope and requirements.

Skills

Cost Planning

Estimating

Collaboration

Problem-Solving

Market Trend Analysis

Education

Degree in Construction Management

Professional Certification in Cost Management

Tools

Digital Estimating Tools

Cost Management Software

Job description

Job Description

Willmott Dixon Interiors, part of the Willmott Dixon Group, is a leading UK construction contractor specialising in high-quality fit-out and refurbishment projects. We deliver exceptional customer service and innovative solutions across healthcare, education, commercial, defence and heritage sectors. We're committed to sustainability and positive community impact.

We're seeking a motivated Cost Planner to join our team, focusing on developing robust and timely cost estimates at early project stages (RIBA stages 1-3). You'll apply historical data, engage with stakeholders, and use digital tools to ensure cost certainty, competitiveness, and value for money.

You will contribute to continuous improvement in cost planning processes. This will involve supporting the wider preconstruction and delivery teams to produce accurate, data-driven cost plans that enhance early-stage cost certainty.

You will likely come from a cost planning, estimating, cost consultant, cost analyst background.

This is a hybrid role with an office base in central London (Old Bailey) – with easy access to multiple stations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates (RIBA Stages 1-3).
• Utilise historical cost data and benchmarking to inform estimates.
• Prepare cost plans for external submission.
• Provide commercial deliverables for competitive 1st stage tenders.
• Incorporate supply chain cost data and assist with prelim allowances.
• Proactively participate in high quality data collection from tender information and out-turn project costs.
• Use digital estimating tools and cost management software.
• Collaborate closely with project teams (design managers, project managers, etc.) to understand scope and requirements.
• Present cost information clearly and concisely.
• Monitor market trends and inform the team of cost-related insights.
• Collaborate with supply chain partners to inform project costs and improve accuracy.

What We Are Looking For:

• Proven experience as a Cost Planner or in a similar role within the construction industry, ideally with experience in fit-out and refurbishment projects
• Excellent technical expertise in cost planning methodologies and software, including digital estimating tools and cost management software
• Strong collaboration skills to work effectively with internal teams and external partners
• Ability to identify complex project issues early and develop effective mitigation strategies
• A proactive and innovative approach to problem-solving with a commitment to delivering exceptional customer value

Additional Info

At Willmott Dixon we provide an inclusive and flexible working environment for people to thrive in and we are happy to support agile working wherever possible.

We are a proud member of the Confident Scheme.

In return we provide you a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, the opportunities for you to develop your career with Willmott Dixon and the training to make this happen - but most importantly a great place to work with a true family ethos and a chance to develop your career of a lifetime!

About us

We are proud to be part of the Willmott Dixon family; a privately-owned contracting and interior fit out group in the UK. With a rich history, amazing track record and strong values, this partnership makes us a stronger and more progressive organisation, allowing us to share knowledge and take on bigger and better projects.

Personal Qualities

At Willmott Dixon we look for a balance of skills and experience but just as important to us are your values and behaviours.

Sound like you. If so, come and join our Willmott Dixon Interiors team, and become a great ambassador of our business.