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Assistant Cost Consultant

Assistant Cost Consultant

Maxim Recruitment • England, GB
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

This quantity surveyor job is an excellent opportunity for an Assistant Cost Consultant to join a cost consulting team based near Brighton.

The role offers exposure to fund monitoring and traditional quantity surveying services, with strong support towards long-term career development and MRICS progression.

The successful Brighton Quantity Surveyor candidate will support a range of construction projects across the South East of England. These include residential, mixed-use and commercial developments where cost control, reporting and fund monitoring services are provided to clients.

Responsibilities and Duties

This Assistant Cost Consultant job will involve working closely with senior surveyors while taking increasing responsibility for delivering cost consulting services.

Typical duties will include:

  • Assisting with cost planning, cost reporting and financial control on construction projects
  • Supporting fund monitoring services, including review of drawdowns, valuations and lender reports
  • Preparing written reports and professional advice for clients and funders
  • Assisting with procurement, tender analysis and contract administration duties
  • Attending site inspections and meetings across the South East of England
  • Working both independently and as part of a small consultancy team
  • Maintaining accurate project records and supporting best practice cost management

Desired Skills and Experience

This QS role will suit someone looking to progress their career in quantity surveying, cost management and construction consultancy.

Suitable candidates will demonstrate:

  • Post-degree experience in quantity surveying, cost consulting or a related construction role
  • A strong understanding of construction costs, budgets and project management principles
  • Interest in fund monitoring and lender advisory services
  • Good written and verbal communication skills suitable for client-facing work
  • Strong attention to detail and a professional approach to reporting
  • Ability to manage workload independently while contributing positively to a team environment

Qualifications/Educational Requirements

  • A degree in Quantity Surveying or a related field is essential
  • Candidates will ideally be working towards MRICS accreditation
  • Driving licence and car is essential

Employing Company Overview and Profile

Maxim Recruitment is acting as a recruitment consultancy on behalf of a well-established UK construction consultancy operating in the South East of England.

Our client provides professional cost consulting, quantity surveying and fund monitoring services to a broad range of clients.

The business is known for its collaborative culture, hands-on approach to projects and commitment to developing staff through structured career progression and professional support.

A full client overview will be given to shortlisted candidates.

Additional Benefits Package and Incentives

  • 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
  • Electric car salary sacrifice scheme and bike to work scheme
  • Birthday off
  • Team performance-related bonus
  • Full support for long-term career development and MRICS progression

Hugh Duffield is our specialist consultant managing this position

0116 473 5358
(Office hours 8.30am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday)

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