Job Title: Cost Manager / Senior Quantity Surveyor Location: Liverpool or Manchester (North West) Salary: £60,000-£70,000 basic salary additional benefits package Join a leading independent real estate consultancy, consistently rated by The Sunday Times, Property Week, and Estates Gazette as a “Best Place to Work.” Employee-owned, innovative business that utilises new technology, and proud of their open and inclusive culture, with an understanding of work-life balance. The Role Seeking an experienced Cost Manager / Senior Quantity Surveyor to support high-value projects across mixed-use, retail, industrial, and large-scale remediation sectors. You’ll lead cost planning, tendering, and post-contract services, working closely with clients and design teams. Main duties include: • Deliver full pre- and post-contract cost consultancy across a diverse portfolio • Prepare feasibility studies, cost plans, procurement strategies, and tender documentation • Lead valuations, cost reporting, and change control throughout the project lifecycle • Provide strategic cost advice in client and design team meetings • Contribute to benchmarking, value engineering, and risk management • Assess abnormal site conditions and advise on cost impacts • Support business development and nurture client relationships • Mentor junior colleagues and contribute to team development • Ensure compliance with Health & Safety and professional standards What we’re looking for: • Degree/MSc in Quantity Surveying • MRICS (preferred) or working towards chartership • Strong experience in commercial property sectors • Excellent communication and stakeholder management What’s in it for you? • Private medical insurance, life assurance, and pension • 25 days holiday birthday off • Hybrid working and flexible hours • EV scheme, cycle to work, various retail discounts Working here means being part of a progressive, employee-owned consultancy where everyone has a voice and the chance to shape their future. Combining commercial success with a culture built on trust, support, and authenticity—encouraging people to be themselves and do their best work. From career development and cutting-edge tech and projects to social events, charity initiatives, and a genuine commitment to mental wellbeing, they offer a rewarding and enjoyable work environment. If you’re ready to grow your career in a supportive, forward-thinking environment, we’d love to hear from you