Cost Engineer

About the role

Within our Consult business we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential in every project. Our values shape the way we consult, and define the people we want to join us on our journey: Safety first, Client focus, Integrity, and Create opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Conducts feasibility studies, advising on procurement strategies and contract selection, writing and undertaking procurement reports.
• Applies value management techniques at the outset of a project.
• Manages estimating and cost planning activities, including taking ownership of and presenting the final cost plan.
• Assists in procurement and selection of main contractor.
• Prepares contract documents, warranties, bonds and licenses and assists formal execution by the appropriate parties.
• Advises on administration of the terms of the building contract.
• Measures and provides valuations of the work carried out and adjusts variations in accordance with the terms of the contract.
• Provides cost control and reporting services during the contract.
• Prepares financial reports for the client in the form and at the frequency required.
• Identifies all costs associated with design changes, contract awards, construction activities, and client charges.
• Participates in the evaluation of claims for delay and additional costs made by the contractor and any nominated subcontractors/suppliers.
• Advises on the issue of certificates of practical completion and ensures final accounts are negotiated and agreed.
• Advises on the issue of certificate of making good defects and final completion in accordance with requirements relating to completion, submissions, and approvals.
• Delivers improvements in systems and processes, driving transformational change.
• Provides guidance and direction to Assistant Cost Consultant and other junior team members.
• Works collaboratively toward the common goal of net zero carbon transition, sharing responsibility for proactive identification and management of associated carbon emissions and reductions during project delivery.

Requirements

• Proven experience in cost consultancy, including cost planning, budgeting, and estimating.
• Strong understanding of costs, timescales, and associated delivery risks.
• Knowledge of contract types, methods of measurement, and contract administration.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
• Effective stakeholder management and communication across all levels.
• Digitally competent with experience in value-adding initiatives (e.g., BIM).
• Degree in quantity surveying/cost management and working toward or holding MRICS/RICS (or equivalent).

Pay

The estimated salary for this position is 120,000 USD – 140,000 USD. Starting salary may vary based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications.