Assistant Cost Planner

Description

• Maintain accurate cost data, market trends, and supply chain intelligence.
• Support Senior Cost Planners in preparing feasibility studies, cost plans, and budget estimates for high-value London projects.
• Contribute to value engineering exercises to enhance design efficiency and cost effectiveness.
• Collaborate with design, technical, and development teams to align financial goals with design intent.
• Help shape the financial blueprint of landmark London developments from concept to delivery.
• Assist with benchmarking, cost analysis, and data modelling to inform early-stage design and land appraisals.
• Assist in preparing commercial reports and presentations for internal stakeholders and the Commercial Director.
• Help maintain and develop internal cost databases and benchmarking tools.

Requirements

• Ideally 1–3 years’ experience with a developer, main contractor, or cost consultancy.
• Strong numerical, analytical, and Excel skills; experience with CostX or similar software desirable.
• Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Excellent attention to detail, communication, and organisation.

Benefits

💰 Salary: Up to £55,000 basic + excellent package (car allowance, bonus, healthcare, and pension)

This is a career-defining opportunity for someone looking to progress to Cost Planner level, supported by structured training, mentorship, and long-term professional development within one of London’s most successful developers.

As an Assistant Cost Planner, you’ll work closely with Senior Cost Planners and the Commercial Director, gaining exposure to the full lifecycle of early-stage development — including feasibility studies, cost modelling, benchmarking, and value engineering.

• Gain hands-on experience across projects from £100m to £1bn+, influencing design and cost strategy.
• Up to £55,000 basic salary + car allowance, bonus, healthcare, and pension.
• Career progression to Cost Planner and Senior Cost Planner levels.
• Stable, long-term position within a financially secure and respected developer.
• Supportive, collaborative environment that invests in training, RICS support, and professional growth.
• Opportunity to work on high-value, design-led residential developments.
• Structured progression to Cost Planner level, with mentoring from senior commercial leaders.
• Inclusive, high-performance culture that nurtures ambition and innovation.
• Direct exposure to the Commercial Director and senior decision-makers.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance