Project MEP Cost Consultant - Cost Consultant Job in London - Up To £70,000 DOE

Residential and mixed-use developments £20m – £150m, Hybrid working, Support MEPH cost management

Job Summary

Project MEP Cost Consultant Job London opportunity working across residential and mixed-use developments throughout the UK. This full-time hybrid role sits within the Other Jobs sector and supports projects valued between £20m and £150m. You will support MEPH cost management activities across both pre-contract and post-contract project stages. Responsibilities include cost planning, estimating, procurement, commercial reporting and post-contract services throughout project delivery.

You will work collaboratively with clients, consultants and wider project teams to support successful outcomes. The role reports directly to a Senior Cost Consultant or Associate Director on high-profile schemes. You will contribute to monitoring project financial performance and maintaining accurate commercial information throughout delivery. Project MEP Cost Consultant Job London candidates will also develop strong working relationships with clients and colleagues. The position includes supporting MEPH technical knowledge and data-led and digital approaches to cost management.

About the Company

This opportunity is within a London team delivering MEPH cost management services across residential and mixed-use developments throughout the UK. Projects range from £20m to £150m and involve working with clients and wider project teams. The Project MEP Cost Consultant will report directly to a Senior Cost Consultant or Associate Director.

The role supports the delivery of high-profile schemes through cost planning, estimating, procurement and post-contract services. You will also contribute to commercial reporting and help monitor project financial performance throughout delivery. Collaboration with clients, consultants and colleagues forms an important part of the position. The team also supports continued development of MEPH technical knowledge and data-led and digital cost management approaches.

Role & Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day MEPH cost management activities across assigned residential and mixed-use development projects
• Assist with cost planning and estimating activities throughout relevant stages of assigned project delivery
• Support procurement activities and post-contract services across residential and mixed-use development schemes
• Work collaboratively with clients, consultants and wider project teams to support successful project delivery
• Contribute to commercial reporting and help monitor project financial performance throughout assigned project stages
• Build strong working relationships with clients and colleagues throughout the delivery of assigned projects
• Support continued development of MEPH technical knowledge and data-led and digital cost management approaches

Skills & Experience Required

• MRICS is preferred, or candidates should hold another relevant professional qualification for the role
• Strong technical capability across core MEPH cost management activities and established project delivery processes
• Practical experience covering cost estimating, cost planning, procurement and post-contract cost management responsibilities
• Good knowledge of MEPH systems and technologies across different stages of the project lifecycle
• Commercial awareness with strong understanding of residential cost drivers and wider development objectives
• Excellent communication, organisational and stakeholder management skills when working across multiple project teams
• Ability to manage workloads across multiple projects while consistently delivering work to required deadlines
• Adaptable and proactive approach with high attention to detail and commitment to quality assurance

Salary & Benefits

• Salary up to £70,000 DOE
• Hybrid working with flexibility between home and office
• 27 days holiday plus bank holidays, with an extra day after five years
• Discretionary bonus based on company and individual performance
• Private medical insurance through BUPA and matched pension contributions
• Structured career development, training support and professional membership fees covered
• Cycle to Work, EV scheme, childcare salary sacrifice options, regular socials, office amenities and annual company events

Who Is This Role Ideal For?

This role suits an MEP cost consultant with practical experience supporting project delivery across different cost management stages. You should understand cost planning, estimating, procurement and post-contract services within MEPH cost management. Candidates should be comfortable working collaboratively with clients, consultants and wider project teams.

The position requires strong communication, organisation and attention to detail when supporting multiple project activities. You should be commercially aware and able to contribute to reporting and project financial monitoring. An adaptable and proactive approach is important when working independently and collaboratively. Interest in digital and data-driven cost management is also relevant. The role suits candidates seeking a long-term consultancy career within real estate and construction.

About Hunter Dunning

Hunter Dunning is a specialist property and built environment recruitment consultancy established in 2004, focused on quality and long-term partnerships in the UK and Ireland property and construction market.

We specialise in full lifecycle property recruitment, covering architecture, interior design, surveying, land and planning, fire safety and wider construction roles. We offer informed and confidential discussions for both clients and candidates and welcome conversations about this opportunity and your wider career plans within the built environment.

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If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time.

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Project MEP Cost Consultant job in London – Your Property Recruitment Specialists ( Job Ref:1363075) #LI-Hybrid