Cost Consultant (QS)

Job Description
You will be a Quantity Surveyor / Consultant within our Infrastructure business, working as part of our Cost Assurance team to support clients in reviewing and scrutinizing actual incurred costs and identifying opportunities to improve supply chain efficiency and project outcomes across major programs and projects.
The main purpose of the role is to:
Support the delivery of Cost Assurance commissions for a range of infrastructure clients.
Assist in the review and assessment of project costs, contractor submissions, and supporting documentation.
Analyze construction contracts and commercial arrangements, including Design-Build, Alliance, NEC, and other procurement models.
Perform testing and validation of cost data using analytical techniques and tools, including data visualization and trend analysis.
Support the preparation of clear, concise, and professional client reports, including findings, observations, and recommendations.
Develop an understanding of cost entitlement, contract compliance, and financial controls within large capital projects.
Build effective working relationships with clients, contractors, and project stakeholders through professionalism and collaboration.
Collaborate with team members across disciplines to deliver high-quality client outcomes.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of Cost Assurance methodologies, tools, and knowledge sharing initiatives.
Stay informed of industry best practices, market trends, and emerging technologies relevant to cost assurance and infrastructure delivery.
Support senior team members in the delivery of complex reviews and client engagements.
Degree qualified (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Typically 3-6 years of relevant post-graduate experience in quantity surveying, cost management, commercial management, audit, advisory, or construction-related services.
Understanding of construction industry practices and commercial principles, including procurement routes and contract administration.
Experience reviewing project costs, change management processes, forecasting, and financial controls.
Knowledge of common procurement methods, including Design and Build, Target Price, Lump Sum, Cost Plus, GMP, and Alliance contracting models.
Familiarity with construction contracts and commercial documentation.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and draw insights from large datasets.
Experience with data analysis and reporting tools such as Power BI, Tableau, Excel, or similar platforms is considered an asset.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present findings in a clear and concise manner.
Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving and critical-thinking capabilities.
Progress toward or membership in a relevant professional body (e.g., CIQS, PQS, RICS, CPA, or equivalent) is considered an asset.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and within a team environment.

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
Hybrid