Senior Associate, Cost Management – London

Brandon James Ltd; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking consultancy is seeking a Senior Associate – Cost Management to join their team in London. This role involves leading cost management across projects valued between £10m and £100m, fostering client relationships, and mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Quantity Surveying, MRICS chartered status, and 8+ years of UK consultancy experience. A competitive salary of £75,000 – £85,000 is offered along with flexible working options and clear progression to Director level.

Benefits

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Private healthcare

Pension contributions

Clear progression route to Project and Senior Surveyor

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years’ UK consultancy experience required.
• Proven experience in managing client accounts independently.
• Experience in overseeing cost planning and contract administration.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of cost management services across projects.
• Manage client relationships at a senior level.
• Mentor junior staff and support APC development.
• Contribute to fee proposals and business development.

Skills

Strong leadership skills

Commercial awareness

Excellent communication

Ability to manage complex projects

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

MRICS Chartered

Job description

A well-established and forward-thinking multidisciplinary consultancy is looking for a Senior Associate – Cost Management to join their London team. With a strong portfolio spanning commercial, residential, education, and public sector projects, this is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Senior Associate to lead major developments and play a key role in the growth of a high-performing cost consultancy team.

The successful Senior Associate will take commercial leadership across a range of projects, typically valued between £10m and £100m, delivering full pre- and post-contract cost management services. You’ll be client-facing from the outset-building long-term relationships, shaping project strategies, and supporting the development of junior team members.

This role offers long-term progression to Director level, exposure to high-value schemes, and the chance to influence business development in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Senior Associate – Key Responsibilities:

• Leading the delivery of cost management services across multiple projects
• Managing client relationships and representing the business at a senior level
• Overseeing cost planning, procurement strategies, and contract administration
• Mentoring junior staff and supporting APC development
• Contributing to fee proposals and business development initiatives

Senior Associate – Experience Required:

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
• MRICS chartered
• 8+ years’ UK consultancy experience
• Strong leadership, commercial, and communication skills
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and client accounts independently

In Return:

• £75,000 – £85,000 salary (dependent on experience)
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Flexible and hybrid working options
• MRICS qualified
• Clear progression route to Project and Senior Surveyor
• Exposure to a wide range of London-based projects
• Private healthcare and pension contributions

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

01628 334720

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