Assistant Cost Consultant

Job description

We are recruiting an Assistant Cost Consultant to join our London-based team.

This is an opportunity for a graduate Quantity Surveyor with early consultancy experience to further develop their career within a high-performing residential-led consultancy.

Cast Consultancy is one of the UK’s leading residential-led consultancies, focused on driving positive change across the development and construction industry. We provide project management, cost management and strategic advisory services to some of the largest institutional developers in the sector. As we continue to grow, we are increasingly embracing data-led decision making and innovation to enhance how we deliver for our clients.

ROLE DESCRIPTION:

This full-time, hybrid role involves supporting the delivery of cost consultancy services on residential developments across the UK, working closely with senior team members and clients throughout all stages of the project lifecycle. Typical project values range from £20m–£150m.

You will take responsibility for defined elements of projects while continuing to develop your technical and commercial capability within a supportive and collaborative team environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting project leads in the delivery of pre- and post-contract cost management services
• Preparing and maintaining cost plans, including quantification and cost analysis
• Monitoring cost plan variance against client budgets and supporting change control processes
• Supporting procurement activities, including tender analysis and reporting
• Assisting with cost reporting and contract administration
• Undertaking site visits, including supporting monthly valuations and processing contractor applications for payment
• Engaging with design teams to help manage design development in line with budget
• Contributing to the collation and sharing of cost data to support Cast knowledge initiatives
• Building positive working relationships with clients, consultants and the supply chain
• Ensuring quality assurance processes are followed and outputs meet Cast’s standards

We welcome individuals who are curious about innovation and open to learning how digital tools and data-led approaches are shaping the future of cost management.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• A degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
• Experience within a consultancy or cost management environment (post-graduate or placement experience considered)
• A developing understanding of core cost management services, including cost planning, procurement and post-contract activities
• Aspiration to achieve MRICS status, or currently working towards APC (desirable but not essential)
• Strong communication skills, with the confidence to engage with colleagues and clients
• High attention to detail and a clear understanding of accuracy and quality assurance
• Strong literacy and numeracy skills
• Effective time management and prioritisation abilities
• A proactive and adaptable mindset, comfortable working both collaboratively and independently
• Demonstrable passion for the real estate and construction industry, with a willingness to continue learning and developing

WHAT YOU’LL GET IN RETURN:

Collaboration: Opportunity to work with a diverse team with some of the best cost and project management consultants in the industry

Career Development Planning: We have training and a support structure in place

Hybrid working policy: Flexibility to work from the office and home

Holiday: We offer 27 days holiday plus bank holidays. Additional day holiday after 5 years of service.

Cast Contribution Day: We offer one day per year to volunteer for a charity on behalf of Cast to give back to the community

Professional Memberships Fees paid: RICS/CIOB

Maternity leave: Competitive maternity package

Electric Vehicle Scheme: Access to a salary sacrifice EV leasing program with flexible options and added perks through our chosen partner

Nursery Fees: A salary sacrifice scheme designed to help you save on childcare costs

Discretionary Bonus: This is based on business & individual performance

Cycle to work scheme: We offer a scheme, which allows you to purchase commuter bikes and accessories though Cast whilst spreading the costs over 12 months

Medical Health insurance: Comprehensive BUPA health insurance policy.

Pension: matched contribution

Life Assurance: Salary linked insurance policy

Team socials and events: We organise quarterly team socials, social, cultural and sporting activities, weekly breakfast/lunches at the office, an annual summer conference, weekly treat days

PLACE WITHIN THE BUSINESS:

You will report directly to a Cost Consultant or Senior Cost Consultant and will be supported through structured coaching and career development planning.

OUR VALUES:

Respect: because respect creates followship

Share: because sharing is the foundation of knowledge.

Learn: because learning drives innovation and continuous improvement.

OUR MISSION:

Driving Industry Change, Delivering Better Outcomes, Creating Future Places

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION:

We promote a diverse and inclusive workplace which harnesses the benefits of the diversity of our team and strives to represent the communities in which we live and work. Our vision is to establish an environment that attracts individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and talents, empowering them to contribute their best and authentic selves. We welcome and encourage applications from those who share our commitment to fostering this inclusive and authentic work culture.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London Area

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

01-03-2026

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