Executive Cost Consultant

Brandon James; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected consultancy in London is seeking an experienced Executive Cost Consultant to lead cost management on diverse projects in residential, commercial, and educational sectors. The role offers competitive salary, excellent benefits including health allowance and flexible working. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree, experience in consultancy, and strong cost management skills.

Benefits

27 days annual leave

Family & Friends benefits

Tax free child care

Flexible working

Health and wellbeing allowance

Life Assurance (4x basic salary)

Private Medical Insurance

Pension scheme

Recruitment bonus

Compassionate leave

Eye care

Early Friday finish

Sports and social company events

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior or Executive level Cost Consultant within a consultancy.
• Strong working knowledge of procurement, cost planning, and post-contract management.
• Experience across residential, education, healthcare, and commercial sectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead pre and post-contract cost consultancy services.
• Prepare cost plans, procurement strategies, and tender documentation.
• Manage tender processes and contractor appointments.
• Oversee change control, contract administration, and risk management.
• Produce accurate cost reporting and advise on value engineering.
• Act as a key client contact and support the wider team in business development.
• Mentor junior staff members.

Skills

Communication skills

Cost planning

Risk management

Procurement knowledge

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or a relevant construction-related subject

MRICS qualification or working towards

Job description

A highly respected, independent property and construction consultancy is seeking an experienced Executive Cost Consultant to join their established cost management team in central London. This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven Executive Cost Consultant to work on a wide-ranging portfolio of projects, including residential, commercial, mixed-use, heritage, and education schemes across the UK.

The Executive Cost Consultant will play a key role in leading the cost management delivery across a number of high‑profile developments, working closely with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams to ensure projects are delivered efficiently, on time, and within budget.

Executive Cost Consultant - Role & Responsibilities

As an Executive Cost Consultant, your core responsibilities will include:

• Leading pre and post-contract cost consultancy services
• Preparing cost plans, procurement strategies, and tender documentation
• Managing tender processes and contractor appointments
• Overseeing change control, contract administration, and risk management
• Producing accurate cost reporting and advising on value engineering
• Acting as a key client contact and supporting the wider team in business development
• Mentoring and supporting junior staff members

Executive Cost Consultant - Requirements

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a relevant construction‑related subject
• Ideally MRICS qualified (or working towards)Proven experience as a Senior or Executive level Cost Consultant within a consultancy
• Strong working knowledge of procurement, cost planning, and post‑contract management
• Experience across sectors such as residential, education, healthcare, and commercial
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a client‑focused mindset

In Return

• 60,000 - 70,000 per annum
• 27 days annual leave
• Family & Friends benefits
• Tax free child care
• Flexible working
• Health and wellbeing allowance
• Life Assurance (4x basic salary)
• Private Medical Insurance
• Pension scheme
• Recruitment bonus
• Compassionate leave
• Eye care
• Early Friday finish
• Sports and social company events

If you are a Quantity Surveyor considering your career opportunities, then please contact Dan McEvoy at Brandon James.