QS/Cost Engineer – Hybrid (London/Oxford/Cambridge)
Location: Hybrid – 3 days based in either London, Oxford or Cambridge, 2 days remote Salary: £40k – £52k Holiday: 25 days + bank holidays
Our client is a leading engineering and design consultancy specialising in delivering high-profile research, technological and life science facilities for market‑leading and global clients. They are expanding their Life Science Cost Management team and are looking for a Project Cost Consultant to join.
Responsibilities
* Provide professional Quantity Surveying and Cost Management services to high‑profile clients working on science facilities across the UK & Europe, with a focus on London, Oxford and Cambridge.
* Work on projects from inception through to completion.
* Prepare cost estimates/feasibilities, benchmark costs and support the procurement process.
* Review and agree contractor proposals and manage contracts.
* Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver excellent service and positive outcomes for clients.
Qualifications & Experience
* MRICS Chartered Quantity Surveyor or working towards chartership.
* Good understanding of key drivers of cost and value.
* Experience on complex construction projects, ideally within Research, Technology, and Life Science sectors (or heavy MEP/Manufacturing).
* Experience leading lower‑value projects.
* Strong stakeholder management skills and ability to build client relationships.
* Ability to work on own initiative.
* Some experience with Digital Cost Management tools (CostX, 5D BIM, benchmarking tools).
For more information on this role, please contact Scarlet Wilson.
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