Cost Planner in E1, Whitechapel, Greater London

Energy Jobline CVL; City Of London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global energy job board is seeking a Cost Planner to manage and develop accurate cost plans from feasibility to design. The role involves working with design and delivery teams, preparing cost plans for residential and mixed-use schemes, and liaising with clients. The ideal candidate should have experience in cost planning and a degree in a relevant field. This position offers a salary between £65,000 – £80,000 and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Salary between £65,000 – £80,000 + full package

Opportunity to work on high-profile East London developments

Long-term career progression

Collaborative team culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Cost Planner / Estimator with a recognised developer, contractor, or consultancy.
• Strong understanding of mixed‑use residential developments.
• Excellent commercial and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Preparing detailed and accurate cost plans for large residential and mixed-use schemes.
• Supporting feasibility studies, budget estimating, and tendering processes.
• Providing cost advice and value engineering input throughout pre-construction.
• Liaising with clients, consultants, and contractors to ensure cost efficiency.
• Producing reports and presenting findings to senior stakeholders.

Skills

Cost planning

Analytical skills

Commercial skills

Client liaison

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or similar

Job description

Cost Planner – East London

The Role

As a Cost Planner, you’ll be responsible for managing and developing accurate cost plans from early feasibility through to detailed design. You’ll work closely with design, development, and delivery teams to ensure projects remain commercially viable and aligned with client expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing detailed and accurate cost plans for large residential and mixed‑use schemes
• Supporting feasibility studies, budget estimating, and tendering processes
• Providing cost advice and value engineering input throughout pre‑construction
• Liaising with clients, consultants, and contractors to ensure cost efficiency
• Producing reports and presenting findings to senior stakeholders

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Cost Planner / Estimator with a recognised developer, contractor, or consultancy
• Strong understanding of mixed‑use residential developments
• Excellent commercial and analytical skills
• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or similar

What’s on Offer

• Salary between £65,000 – £80,000 + full package (DOE)
• Opportunity to work on high‑profile East London developments
• Long‑term career progression with a forward‑thinking business
• Collaborative team culture and supportive environment