SENIOR COST MANAGER / QUANTITY SURVEYOR – LONDON Competitive Package / Cost Consultancy / Client-Side - London Ready to take ownership of major projects rather than just manage a spreadsheet? An established and growing cost consultancy is looking for a Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor to join its London team. This is a genuinely client-facing role , giving you the opportunity to take ownership of projects from feasibility and cost planning through procurement and into post-contract delivery . The Role You’ll be trusted to: Lead cost management across your own projects Develop and manage cost plans, budgets and forecasts Provide clear commercial advice directly to clients Manage valuations, financial reporting and project performance Lead risk and value management Support procurement, tendering and contractor selection Administer JCT and NEC contracts Work across both pre- and post-contract stages Build strong client and stakeholder relationships Support and mentor junior team members Get involved in bids, business development and growing the wider team What are they looking for? You’ll ideally have: ~5+ years' experience within cost management / quantity surveying ~ A background in cost consultancy or a similar client-side environment ~ Strong pre- and post-contract experience ~ Good working knowledge of JCT and NEC ~ A degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction, Engineering or a related discipline ~ MRICS qualified or working towards it would be advantageous ~ Excellent client-facing and stakeholder management skills ~ The confidence to take ownership of projects and work with minimal supervision ~ A commercially astute, proactive and solutions-focused approach Why consider it? This is a great opportunity to join a growing consultancy where you'll get: Genuine project ownership Direct client exposure A varied project portfolio The opportunity to influence key commercial decisions Support and progression towards senior leadership A collaborative and ambitious team environment If you're a Senior QS / Cost Manager looking for more responsibility, client exposure and a clear route to progress, I'd be keen to hear from you. Interested? Please send an up to date CV to susan@archerrecruitment.com and I will contact you for a confidential discussion.
Quantity Surveyor/Manager in City of London employer: Archer Recruitment
Join a dynamic and expanding property and building consultancy in London, where you will benefit from a competitive salary and a hybrid working model that promotes work-life balance. With genuine opportunities for career progression from Associate to Director, you'll be part of a supportive team that values professional development and fosters strong client relationships, making it an excellent place for Chartered Building Surveyors to thrive.
