Cost Planner in City of London

Job description

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.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City of London

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

06-07-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English