Location
London

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. We are looking for a Senior Cost Consultant with an MEP background to provide full cycle cost management services for ongoing commissions and projects. You will be responsible for conducting feasibility studies, advising on procurement strategies and contract selection, and preparing procurement reports. You will apply value management techniques at the outset of projects, manage estimating and cost planning activities including ownership and presentation of final cost plans, and ensure final accounts are negotiated and agreed. Acting as a key interface with clients, stakeholders, and other consultants at all project stages, you will handle contractual frameworks and standard forms of contract. Additionally, you will identify and implement opportunities to improve cost management procedures, templates, and internal systems to enhance client services and internal processes.

Our Values
Safety first - Going home safe and well: We champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in every team.
Client focus - Deliver on our promise: We own the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and build long term relationships with our clients.
Integrity - Always do the right thing: We influence positive outcomes within our industry, while always aligning with our compliance obligations.
Create opportunity - For our people to excel: We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop.
Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. We encourage applications even if you do not fulfil all criteria, as you may be suitable for this or other roles. We are open to discussing part-time, flexible, and hybrid working options where suitable within the role.

Experience
Proven experience advising on contract administration including JCT and NEC forms, value engineering, and life cycle costing. Strong commercial insight on MEP, sustainability, carbon reduction, and public-sector priorities. Demonstrated ability to apply industry best practice, multi-sector experience, and professional standards to client outcomes.

About you
Enthusiastic and passionate about cost and commercial management with excellent communication skills to engage effectively with clients, stakeholders, and project teams. Proactive in identifying improvements to cost management procedures and internal systems. Committed to upholding safety, integrity, and client focus values.

Qualifications
Relevant professional qualifications in cost consultancy, quantity surveying, or related disciplines are desirable. Continuous professional development and a commitment to industry standards are expected.