Senior MEP Cost Consultant

Cast Consultancy; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

27 days holiday

Discretionary bonus

Private medical insurance

Matched pension contributions

Career development support

Professional membership fees covered

Cycle to Work scheme

EV scheme

Childcare salary sacrifice

Team socials/events

Job summary

Cast Consultancy in London is seeking a Senior MEP Cost Consultant to lead MEPH cost management across residential projects in the UK. The role combines client-facing duties with internal team leadership and delivery of cost strategies, reporting to senior directors.

Hybrid work and a strong emphasis on data-driven cost control are central to the position. You will bring MRICS or equivalent qualification, deep MEPH cost expertise, and a proactive, collaborative approach to drive project success

Qualifications

• MRICS qualification or equivalent
• Strong technical capability across core MEPH cost management and project delivery
• Experience with cost estimating, cost planning, procurement and post-contract cost management
• Knowledge of MEPH systems across the project lifecycle
• Commercial awareness with residential cost drivers
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management
• Experience managing workloads across multiple projects and deadlines
• High attention to detail and quality assurance
• Adaptable and proactive, able to work independently or in a team
• Interest in digital/data-driven approaches within construction and cost management
• Passion for Real Estate and Construction industry and long-term consultancy career

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
• 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 development of MEPH technical knowledge and digital/data-led approaches to cost management

Skills

MRICS

MEPH cost management

Cost estimation

Cost planning

Procurement

Client relationship management

Communication

Project delivery

Attention to detail

Digital/data-driven approaches

Long-term consultancy

Education

MRICS qualification

Job description

We’re looking for a motivated Senior MEP Cost Consultant to join our 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.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• 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

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

• 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

WHAT YOU’LL GET IN RETURN:

• Hybrid working with flexibility between home and office
• 27 days holiday + bank holidays, plus an extra day after 5 years
• Discretionary bonus based on company and individual performance
• Private medical insurance (BUPA)
• Matched pension contributions
• Structured career development and training support
• Professional membership fees covered
• Lifestyle benefits: Cycle to Work, EV scheme, and childcare salary sacrifice options
• Team culture: Regular socials, office amenities, and annual company events