Senior Cost Manager – Client‑Facing QS, London

Cumming Group UK & Europe; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Cumming Group UK & Europe in London seeks a driven Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor to own cost management on high-profile projects across construction, real estate and infrastructure. You will work client‑facing, lead cost plans, budgets and reporting, and mentor junior team members in a fast‑paced environment.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in cost management or consultancy, MRICS preferred, and a track record across pre- and post-contract stages, with strong knowledge of JCT/NEC

Qualifications

• Client-focused and commercially aware.
• Confident working in a fast-paced project environment.
• Able to take ownership and deliver with minimal supervision.
• Proactive, adaptable, and solutions-driven.
• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction, Engineering, or similar.
• MRICS (or working towards) preferred.
• 5+ years’ experience in cost management or consultancy.
• Strong knowledge of JCT and NEC contracts.
• Experience across pre- and post-contract stages.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Work on high-profile, diverse projects.
• Be part of a growing and ambitious team.
• Gain real responsibility and client exposure.
• Accelerate your career in a supportive, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost management on your own projects.
• Advise clients and influence key decisions.
• Work as part of a high-performing, collaborative team.
• Take ownership of cost plans, budgets, and reporting.
• Manage valuations, forecasts, and financial performance.
• Administer contracts (JCT / NEC) and oversee commercial delivery.
• Lead risk and value management processes.
• Act as a key client contact, building strong relationships.
• Provide clear, confident commercial advice.
• Work closely with project teams to drive successful outcomes.

Skills

Client focus

Commercial awareness

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Ownership

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying/Construction/Engineering

MRICS (or working towards) preferred

Tools

JCT contracts

NEC contracts

Job description

Cumming Group UK & Europe in London seeks a driven Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor to own cost management on high-profile projects across construction, real estate and infrastructure. You will work client‑facing, lead cost plans, budgets and reporting, and mentor junior team members in a fast‑paced environment.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in cost management or consultancy, MRICS preferred, and a track record across pre- and post-contract stages, with strong knowledge of JCT/NEC