Cost Consultant; Estimators​/Cost Planners

Position: Cost Consultant (Estimators / Cost Planners)
Location: Greater London

Job Title

Cost Consultant (Estimators / Cost Planners)

Location and Type

• Location:
  
  London, England
• Permanent
• Full-time with flexible working and core hours

Company Overview

Gleeds is a leading global property and construction consultancy. Independent since 1875, we deliver award‑winning projects worldwide and are a Great Place to Work certified employer. Specialising in cost management and assurance services, we serve developers, governments and public‑private sector businesses across the United Kingdom and overseas.

About the Role

We are looking for highly motivated Estimators / Cost Planners with proven experience in the infrastructure sector (Rail, Highways, Aviation, Utilities, Water, Power and general Civils). The Estimating team uses industry best practices to develop estimates and cost plans for high‑profile infrastructure projects and programmes in the UK and overseas.

Your day‑to‑day could involve:

• Production of estimates & cost plans ranging from OOM to detailed estimates
• Carrying out quantity take‑offs using advanced software tools
• Reviewing and assuring estimates & cost plans
• Benchmarking to inform project performance and decision‑making
• Providing insight into cost performance and industry trends
• Presenting estimating outputs in a cost report
• Collaborating with design and delivery stakeholders
• Participating in internal and external CPD events to maintain technological proficiency

Who we’re looking for:

• Relevant experience in Estimation, Cost Management or quantity Surveying in the Infrastructure sector is desirable but not essential
• Previous experience of estimating services on significant infrastructure projects/programmes is desirable but not essential
• Ideally, HNC, HND or Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying / Cost Management or a similar/relevant discipline. Time‑served applicants or an alternative background (i.e., Engineering) may be considered
• Professional qualifications and/or membership of the RICS, ACostE, CICES, CIOB or another relevant Chartered Institute are desirable and will be supported if not already attained

What we can offer you in return:

• Clear opportunities to develop and grow your career through training and qualifications
• Fantastic networking opportunities to grow your brand and expand your understanding of the industry
• Generous holiday allowance plus the option to purchase additional days through the holiday purchase scheme
• Highly competitive salary and the opportunity to increase this through continuous reviews
• Employee Assistance Programme to ensure your health and personal well‑being comes first
• Our global travel scholarship programme gives you the unique opportunity to gain global experience
• Flexible working arrangements to ensure you have a healthy work‑life balance
• Volunteering opportunities to engage with your local community or charitable organisations
• Unparalleled support from central teams and a company recognised as a Great Place to Work

Equal Opportunities

We’re an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications regardless of age, disability, marital status, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, transgender status or gender.

Work/Life Balance

We recognise the importance of work/life balance and agree flexible working arrangements to suit each individual.

Great Place to Work

Gleeds is a Great Place to Work certified employer.

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