Cost Engineer - London

London Full-Time 36000 - 60000 £ / year (est.) No home office possible

Job Description

About the opportunity

We are looking for a Cost Engineer to join a growing team for one of our consulting clients in London at an exciting time, playing a key role in helping them achieve our ambitious growth targets. Supporting one of our key Construction clients in the region, you will be responsible for developing and implementing key procurement and commercial strategies across a range of projects in our business.

In this role you will:

Feeding into the Senior Cost Engineer and the Head of Estimating on the project to ensure consistency in cost planning & estimating approach set out by the client.
Work closely with a Senior Cost Engineer or on own to produce various cost planning & estimating documentation that can be assured both internally and externally.
Providing assurance support to wider estimating team to produce and develop the price, mentoring and supporting more junior members of the estimating team.
Monitoring and managing construction budgets through preconstruction including supporting change management.
Providing quantification support during cost planning and estimating activities.
Support preconstruction and delivery teams in periodically collating benchmarking data.
Stakeholder management to produce the Estimate e.g., planning, procurement etc.
Presenting, negotiating and justifying prices produced in an open and honest manner to both senior leaders within the business and/or external customers/partners.

About you Essential

Proficient in the use of Excel and similar software.
Excellent client-facing/communications skills.
Infrastructure Main Contractor background ideally in the Civil engineering market.
Commercial or operational background considered.

Desirable

Experienced estimating background using Candy Estimating Software.
Experienced estimating background using RIB Cost X Quantification & Estimating Software.
Experience of working with the AACE principles of Estimating Class and associated maturity.
Mobile and flexible.
Chartered by relevant industry-recognised chartership e.g., ICE, CICES, RICS, CIOB Etc.

Cost Engineer - London employer: PRS

Join a dynamic and innovative consulting firm in London as a Cost Engineer, where you will be part of a collaborative team dedicated to driving growth and excellence in the construction sector. Our supportive work culture fosters professional development, offering mentorship opportunities and access to industry-leading resources, ensuring you can thrive in your career. With a focus on employee well-being and a commitment to work-life balance, we provide a rewarding environment that values your contributions and encourages continuous learning.