MRICS Cost Consultant — Hybrid Education Projects

Mace; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Mace is looking for a Cost Consultant to join their team in the Greater London area. This exciting role involves advising on cost planning, project budgeting, and procurement strategies in the Education sector. Candidates should possess experience in cost consultancy, especially with JCT contracts, alongside a relevant degree and professional accreditation like MRICS. Mace promotes a diverse workplace and is open to various working options, including flexible and hybrid arrangements.

Qualifications

• Experience in a cost consultancy practice in a similar role.
• Experience working with Education sector clients is desirable.
• Sound knowledge of industry best practices.
• Understanding of capex vs opex cost analysis.

Responsibilities

• Conduct feasibility studies, advising on procurement strategies.
• Manage estimating and cost planning activities with final ownership.
• Negotiate and agree final accounts efficiently.
• Improve cost management procedures and internal systems.

Skills

Cost planning

Budgeting

Estimating

Contract administration

Value engineering

JCT form of contract

NEC knowledge

Knowledge of sustainability

Education

Degree in quantity surveying/cost management or equivalent

Professional membership i.e. MRICS

Job description

Mace is looking for a Cost Consultant to join their team in the Greater London area. This exciting role involves advising on cost planning, project budgeting, and procurement strategies in the Education sector. Candidates should possess experience in cost consultancy, especially with JCT contracts, alongside a relevant degree and professional accreditation like MRICS. Mace promotes a diverse workplace and is open to various working options, including flexible and hybrid arrangements.