Cost Manager (Associate Director) - Quantity Surveying Job in London, Greater London - 70,000 - 110,

Infrastructure projects, senior leadership, high value developmentsJob SummaryCost Manager Job London offers an opportunity to join a progressive consultancy delivering infrastructure and residential projects. This role is based in East Central London within the quantity surveying sector. The position focuses on leading cost management services across large scale developments.You will work on infrastructure, residential, and mixed use schemes for private developer clients. Cost Manager Job London involves managing projects from feasibility through to completion. You will oversee cost planning, procurement, and commercial management across complex schemes. The role includes leadership responsibilities and client relationship management.You will contribute to high value regeneration projects across London. This position suits an experienced professional with strong commercial expertise and leadership capability. The role offers hybrid working and progression within a growing consultancy environment.About the CompanyThis independent consultancy delivers cost and project management services across the built environment sector. The organisation specialises in infrastructure and residential developments using modern construction methods. Their portfolio includes large scale regeneration schemes and high value urban projects. The team operates within a collaborative environment that supports innovation and efficiency.They maintain strong relationships with private sector clients and developers. The business continues to grow, offering opportunities for career progression and development. Employees benefit from exposure to complex projects and structured support. Hunter Dunning supports applications for this opportunity through its specialist recruitment services.Role & ResponsibilitiesLead and manage cost consultancy services across infrastructure and residential development projectsSupervise and support Cost Managers ensuring high quality delivery across project stagesDevelop and maintain client relationships while supporting new business opportunitiesManage cost planning, cost control, procurement, and contract administration activitiesOversee budget reconciliation, cost reporting, and financial performance across projectsEngage with supply chains and support negotiation and contract preparation processesCollate and structure cost data to support wider business intelligence and reportingChampion use of technology to improve service delivery and operational efficiencySkills & Experience RequiredMinimum eight years experience within cost management, consultancy, or quantity surveying rolesStrong experience delivering large scale infrastructure and masterplanning schemesProven ability to lead commercial management from feasibility through to final accountsExperience working on large residential and mixed use developments within urban environmentsExcellent knowledge of cost planning, reporting, procurement, and contract managementMRICS qualified with degree in quantity surveying or related disciplineStrong client facing skills with experience working for private sector developersProficiency in Microsoft Office with ability to manage data and reporting requirementsSalary & BenefitsSalary between 70,000 and 110,000 depending on experience and capabilityDiscretionary bonus linked to individual and company performance27 days annual leave plus bank holidays supporting work life balanceHybrid working arrangement with office, site, and remote flexibilityPension scheme with employer contributions up to five percentPrivate healthcare and life assurance providing additional securityTravel expenses covered for site visits including mileage or public transportSupport with professional subscriptions and ongoing developmentWho Is This Role Ideal For?This role suits a senior cost manager seeking progression into an associate director level position. It is ideal for candidates with strong infrastructure and residential project experience. Applicants should be confident managing large scale developments and leading teams. The position benefits those motivated by client engagement and business development.It suits individuals looking to work on high value regeneration projects. Candidates should demonstrate strong commercial awareness and leadership capability. Cost Manager Job London offers progression within a dynamic and growing consultancy.About Hunter DunningHunter Dunning is a specialist property and built environment recruitment consultancy established in 2004, focused on quality and long-term partnerships in the UK and Ireland property and construction market.We specialise in full lifecycle property recruitment, covering architecture, interior design, surveying, land and planning, fire safety and wider construction roles. We offer informed and confidential discussions for both clients and candidates and welcome conversations about this opportunity and your wider career plans within the built environment.ApplyIf you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time.We will keep a copy of your details on file for future vacancies. In accordance with GDPR, by applying for this position you give us your consent to process your data in-line with our Privacy and Data Protection Policies which can be read on the privacy policy page on our website.ReferralDid you know we run a referral scheme? We pay a 1000 referral bonus if you introduce us to anyone who we then successfully place in a new job role. Just send us their information and we’ll do the rest.Terms: A candidate is deemed successfully placed once they have started a new job from a Hunter Dunning introduction and completed probation. See website for full terms & conditions.Cost Manager Job in London – Your Property Recruitment Specialists ( Job Ref: 15248 ) #LI-HybridSearch the Hunter Dunning website for more vacancies: Follow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/hunter-dunning-ltd