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Senior Cost Consultant
Job Posted: 11 hours ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Oxford
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Senior Cost Consultant - Life Science Sector
Oxford / London | Permanent Position
Are you an experienced Cost Consultant ready to make your mark on some of the most exciting Life Science and Research projects in the UK and Europe? Our client is expanding their specialist Life Science & Research Cost Management team and is seeking a talented Senior Cost Consultant to support the delivery of high-profile, technologically advanced facilities for leading national and global clients.
About the Role
As a key member of the Cost Management team, you'll contribute to a broad portfolio of projects-from major global programmes to smaller, high-impact developments-ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.
You will use your expertise in cost management, procurement, estimating, and budgeting to support smarter, more efficient project delivery. Working closely with clients and multidisciplinary teams, you'll help create safe, sustainable, and intelligent environments across research, technology, and life science facilities.
What You'll Be Doing
Deliver professional Quantity Surveying and Cost Management services for high-profile science and research projects across the UK & Europe, with a focus on London, Oxford, and Cambridge.
Work on full project lifecycles-from early-stage feasibility and cost estimating to procurement, contractor reviews, and contract management.
Use benchmarking and digital cost tools to create accurate and insightful cost plans.
Contribute to a collaborative, supportive environment within a multi-disciplinary team passionate about high-quality delivery and positive outcomes.
Build strong, trusted relationships with clients and project partners.
Provide guidance, coaching, and mentorship to junior team members.
About You
You're passionate about improving the quality of life through the built environment and thrive in a collaborative, client-focused setting. You bring strong technical capability, commercial awareness, and proven experience delivering complex construction projects.
Qualifications & Experience
? MRICS Chartered Quantity Surveyor
? Strong understanding of key cost and value drivers
? Experience delivering large, complex construction projects-ideally in Research, Technology, Life Science, or heavy MEP sectors
? Proven track record taking projects from inception to completion
? Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills
? Experience mentoring junior colleagues and emerging leadership abilities
? Proficient with Digital Cost Management tools such as CostX, 5D BIM, and benchmarking systems
? Passionate about innovation and delivering exceptional results
Why Join?
Work on cutting-edge life science and research developments shaping the future of science and technology
Join a growing, high-performing team within a supportive, people-focused organisation
Opportunity to work on some of the most exciting and impactful projects in the UK and Europe
Clear pathways for professional development and career progression
Interested?
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