MEP) Senior Cost Consultant

Prosper Consulting; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual bonus

Mileage allowance

5% Employer pension scheme

27 days holiday

Job summary

Prosper Consulting is seeking a Senior MEP Cost Consultant to join the London team. The role covers pre- and post-contract MEPH cost management on residential developments across the UK, with leadership of project delivery and client relationships.

The position is full-time and hybrid, based in Central London (Barbican). The role offers the chance to shape cost strategies, drive value, and mentor junior staff within a dynamic consultancy environment.

Qualifications

• Strong technical capability across core MEPH cost management and project delivery processes.
• Commercial awareness with a strong understanding of residential cost drivers.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day MEPH cost management activities across assigned projects.
• Manage cost planning, estimating, procurement and post-contract delivery through to project completion.
• Provide specialist commercial advice on MEPH costs, risk management and value engineering throughout the project lifecycle.
• Work closely with clients, consultants and wider project teams to support successful project outcomes.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, including senior-level engagement.
• Support and mentor junior team members.
• Contribute to the continued development of MEPH technical knowledge and digital and data-led approaches to cost management.

Skills

Cost management

Project delivery

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

MRICS or equivalent

Job description

The Company:

A thriving consultancy, specialising in providing professional expertise and market knowledge to developers, investors, policymakers and the supply chain.

Founded back in 2016, initially operating purely as a Cost Management service. The company has since extended its service, now including project management, strategic advisory and construction integration. The spectrum of propositions offered is developed and evolved through an understanding of the changing market needs.

The business is now split with 60% on Cost Management and the other 40% on Project Management!

You'll also be joining a place where having the right culture is important. You can expect quarterly team socials, social, cultural and sporting activities, weekly breakfast/lunches at the office, an annual summer conference, weekly treat days plus many more!

The Role:

They are looking for a motivated Senior MEP Cost Consultant to join their London team. The ideal candidate will bring strong experience across both pre and post contract MEPH cost management stages, with the confidence to lead project delivery, provide specialist commercial advice and support client relationships.

This full-time, hybrid role involves working with clients and project teams to deliver residential developments across the UK £20M - £150M, reporting directly to an Associate Director or Director while leading the MEPH cost management of high-profile schemes.

Key Roles & Responsibilities:

• Lead day-to-day MEPH cost management activities across assigned projects
• Manage cost planning, estimating, procurement and post-contract delivery through to project completion
• Provide specialist commercial advice on MEPH costs, risk management and value engineering throughout the project lifecycle
• Work closely with clients, consultants and wider project teams to support successful project outcomes
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, including senior-level engagement
• Support and mentor junior team members
• Contribute to the continued development of MEPH technical knowledge and digital and data-led approaches to cost management

Job Location: Central London (Barbican)

Head Count: 90+

Project Sectors: Prime Residential, Large-Scale Build to Rent & Masterplans

Requirements for the Senior MEP Cost Consultant:

• MRICS preferred or another relevant professional qualification
• Strong technical capability across core MEPH cost management and project delivery processes
• Practical experience of cost estimating, cost planning, procurement and post-contract cost management
• Good knowledge of MEPH systems and technologies across the project lifecycle
• Commercial awareness with a strong understanding of residential cost drivers and development objectives
• Excellent communication, organisational and stakeholder management skills
• Experience managing workloads across multiple projects and delivering to deadlines
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality assurance
• Adaptable and proactive approach, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Interest in digital and data-driven approaches within construction and cost management
• Passion for the Real Estate and Construction Industry and developing a long-term consultancy career

The benefits included in this role are:

• Competitive basic salary (Negotiable DOE)
• Bonus scheme - annual bonus plus an additional 'on the spot' based on performance
• Mileage allowance
• 5% Employer pension scheme
• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays. Additional day holiday after 5 years of service.
• Private medical insurance through BUPA
• Fully funded training and development where appropriate
• Laptop / phone
• Flexible working is offered - three days in the office per week
• Team culture: Regular socials, office amenities, and annual company events
• Lifestyle benefits: Cycle to Work, EV scheme, and childcare salary sacrifice options