Senior Cost Consultant - London bei Cushman & Wakefield

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Cushman & Wakefield is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Cost Consultant to join our dynamic team. This role is based in London, with a primary office location in central London (e.g., City or West End). Projects are located within London and the surrounding region. Travel to project sites and occasional visits to client offices will be required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Cost Management & Budgeting: Lead the preparation of detailed cost plans, budgets, and estimates for multiple projects. Monitor expenditures and implement cost control measures to ensure projects remain within budget.
• Tendering & Procurement: Prepare and manage tender documents, bills of quantities, and procurement strategies. Evaluate contractor bids and negotiate contracts to achieve best value for clients.
• Contract Administration: Administer standard forms of contract (e.g., JCT or NEC). Oversee change control processes, variations, and issue interim and final valuations. Ensure compliance with contractual terms and timely resolution of contractual disputes or claims.
• Project Financial Reporting: Provide regular financial reports and cash flow forecasts to clients and senior management. Advise on project profitability and financial risks, and recommend corrective actions when needed.
• Client & Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the primary cost consultant interface with clients, architects, engineers, and contractors. Attend project and site meetings to present financial updates and advise on cost-related matters. Develop strong relationships to ensure client satisfaction and repeat business.
• Quality & Compliance: Ensure adherence to RICS standards and industry best practices in all quantity surveying activities. Mentor junior surveyors, promoting continuous improvement and knowledge sharing within the team.

Required Qualifications:

• MRICS Qualification: Must be a Chartered Quantity Surveyor (MRICS), demonstrating a commitment to professional excellence and ethical standards in line with RICS guidelines.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, or related field. A Master’s degree or post-graduate diploma in a relevant discipline is advantageous.
• Experience: 5+ years of quantity surveying experience, with a strong track record in commercial, residential, or urban regeneration projects. Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously is essential.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in cost estimating software (e.g., CostX, WinQS) and MS Excel for financial modeling. Familiarity with BIM (Building Information Modeling) for quantity take-off and cost planning is a plus.
• Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of construction technology, local building regulations, and UK procurement law. Skilled in various forms of contracts (JCT, NEC) and dispute resolution methods.

Desired Experience & Skills:

• Project Sector Diversity: Demonstrated ability to adapt cost management approach across commercial office developments, high-end residential schemes, and large-scale regeneration projects. This includes knowledge of market rates in London and cost benchmarks for different project types.
• Stakeholder Management: Strong client-facing experience with proven skills in managing and meeting client expectations. Ability to clearly communicate complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Leadership & Mentorship: Experience in leading a small team of surveyors or cost consultants. Capable of providing guidance, training, and quality review of team members’ work to ensure consistency and accuracy.
• Problem Solving: Aptitude for swiftly identifying cost-related issues (e.g., cost overruns, procurement delays) and implementing solutions. Able to perform value engineering exercises to optimize project costs without compromising on quality.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Comfortable delivering presentations and reports to clients and senior leadership. Negotiation skills are key for contract discussions and dispute resolution.