Title: Senior Cost Planner / Cost Planner
Location: London
Company: Client Side Developer
LOBA are currently working with a London-based property developer is looking to appoint a Cost Planner or Senior Cost Planner to join their growing commercial team.
This is a client-side role, working across early-stage feasibility, cost planning, and pre-construction input on high-quality residential-led schemes. You'll be part of a business that delivers everything in-house, you will also have a direct impact on how projects are shaped from day one.
What you'll be doing:
* Leading cost plans for new sites and early-stage schemes
* Working closely with internal design and delivery teams to shape viable, buildable developments
* Managing consultant input and overseeing project budgets from feasibility to start on site
* Advising on procurement strategy and value engineering opportunities
* Feeding into board-level appraisals and supporting land bids
What they're looking for:
* Background in cost planning, estimating, or pre-construction (Developer, Contractor, or Consultancy)
* Strong understanding of residential or mixed-use developments (London focus preferred)
* Confident in cost planning from first principles and managing consultant teams
* A commercially minded, detail-focused individual who wants influence early in the project lifecycle.