At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage costs for exciting construction projects across the UK and ROI.
- Company: Dynamic consultancy firm with a focus on innovative property solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid work model, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with diverse project exposure and career advancement.
- Why this job: Join a national programme and make a real impact in the construction industry.
- Qualifications: Qualified Quantity Surveyor with 3+ years of relevant experience.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 75000 £ per year.
We are looking for a qualified PQS / Cost Consultant to support a major national programme of construction works across a UK and ROI property portfolio. This is a client-facing cost management role suited to someone with experience as a PQS, Cost Consultant, Quantity Surveyor, Cost Manager or client-side QS. You will support projects from feasibility and cost planning through procurement, change control, valuations, reporting and final account.
The role is not sector-specific. The key requirement is a strong consultancy-side or client-side cost management background, excellent reporting discipline and confidence working directly with client stakeholders. You will manage allocated projects, work with consultants and contractors, and contribute to wider programme-level reporting across multiple live schemes.
Key responsibilities include:
- Preparing cost plans, estimates, benchmarking and feasibility budgets
- Producing cost reports, forecasts, cost-to-complete updates and cashflows
- Supporting programme reporting, risk and opportunity tracking
- Managing tender processes, including documentation, analysis, levelling and recommendations
- Managing valuations, payment processes and contractor / supplier commercial performance
- Assessing variations and change, maintaining change logs and supporting approval processes
- Providing clear commercial advice and options to client stakeholders
- Attending and leading project meetings where required
- Working within client governance, reporting requirements and commercial controls
We are looking for someone with:
- A Quantity Surveying qualification
- Previous experience as a PQS, Cost Consultant or client-side Quantity Surveyor
- 3+ years' relevant Quantity Surveying / cost management experience
- Strong cost planning, procurement, tender analysis, change control, valuations and reporting experience
- Confidence working directly with client stakeholders
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy in reporting
- Strong Excel, forecasting and cost reporting capability
- The ability to manage multiple live tasks and take ownership with limited supervision
Nice to have:
- MRICS or working towards MRICS / APC
- Experience across multi-site, programme-based or portfolio work
- Experience in new build, refurbishment, remodelling or live-environment projects
- Familiarity with client-side governance, reporting and commercial controls
- Background across commercial, industrial, logistics, warehouse, retail, healthcare, education, mixed-use or wider property / construction projects
This role would suit candidates from PQS, cost consultancy, client-side property, construction consultancy, real estate advisory or programme management consultancy backgrounds. The role offers the opportunity to work in a consultancy / client-side cost management environment, supporting a national programme of works across a UK and ROI portfolio.
Please apply or get in touch for a confidential conversation.
Quantity Surveyor in London employer: DARA PEOPLE LTD.
As a leading consultancy in the construction sector, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and inclusive work culture that empowers our employees to thrive. With competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, including opportunities for professional development and travel across the UK and ROI, we offer a dynamic environment where Quantity Surveyors can grow their careers while contributing to impactful national projects. Join us at our King's Cross location, where innovation meets tradition, and be part of a team that values your expertise and dedication.
