Associate Cost Consultant - Life Sciences
? London / Oxford (Hybrid)
? Permanent | £80,000 - £95,000 + Car Allowance
About the Role
We're partnering with a global leader in sustainable design, engineering and consultancy to recruit an Associate Cost Consultant for their growing Life Sciences & Research Cost Management team.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in delivering world-class research, technology, and life science facilities for leading national and global clients. You'll be part of a diverse, innovative, and collaborative team that's dedicated to improving quality of life through smarter, more sustainable solutions.
What You'll Do
As an Associate Cost Consultant, you'll take ownership of complex and high-profile projects across the UK and Europe - particularly within the London-Oxford-Cambridge region. You'll provide expert Quantity Surveying and Cost Management services and lead teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest standard.
Your responsibilities will include:
Leading and developing cost management teams to deliver best-in-class service
Creating and managing project costings, budgets, and forecasts
Managing multiple cost management assignments from inception to completion
Building and maintaining trusted relationships with clients and key stakeholders
Ensuring compliance with contracts, budgets, and company standards
Providing technical advice and innovative cost solutions across a range of projects
Driving digital transformation in cost management using tools like CostX, 5D BIM, and benchmarking platforms
About You
You're a motivated and technically skilled MRICS Chartered Quantity Surveyor who thrives on complex, fast-paced projects in the Research, Technology, and Life Sciences sectors. You combine deep cost expertise with strong leadership and client relationship skills.
You'll bring:
MRICS qualification (or equivalent)
Proven experience on large-scale or complex life science / research facility projects
Strong cost estimating and benchmarking knowledge
Excellent stakeholder and client management skills
A track record of leading and mentoring teams
Experience with digital cost management tools (CostX, 5D BIM, etc.)
A passion for innovation, sustainability, and improving project outcomes
Why Join
You'll be part of a global consultancy of over 36,000 professionals in more than 70 countries, all working toward one goal - improving quality of life through better design, planning, and delivery.
Enjoy a hybrid work environment, competitive salary, car allowance, and the opportunity to contribute to some of the most exciting life science projects shaping the future.
Ready to make an impact?
Apply now to join a world-leading consultancy shaping the future of Life Science facilities