Senior Quantity Surveyor

Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor – London

At Cumming Group
, we don’t just manage costs—we help shape some of the most ambitious projects in construction, real estate, and infrastructure
.

As we continue to grow, we’re looking for a driven and commercially astute Cost Manager to join our London team. This is your opportunity to take ownership, work directly with clients, and make a real impact on high-profile developments.

This is a hands‑on, client‑facing role where you’ll take responsibility for delivering projects from early feasibility through to completion.

You’ll be trusted to:

• Lead cost management on your own projects
• Advise clients and influence key decisions
• Work as part of a high‑performing, collaborative team
• Play a part in growing both the business and your own career
• Take ownership of cost plans, budgets, and reporting
• Manage valuations, forecasts, and financial performance
• Administer contracts (JCT / NEC) and oversee commercial delivery
• Lead risk and value management processes
• Act as a key client contact
  , building strong relationships
• Provide clear, confident commercial advice
• Work closely with project teams to drive successful outcomes

• Support procurement, tendering, and contractor selection
• Contribute to business development and bids
• Help identify opportunities to improve delivery and performance

• Collaborate with and support junior team members
• Contribute to a high‑quality, high‑performance culture
• Take on leadership responsibilities as you grow

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Client-focused and commercially aware
• Confident working in a fast‑paced project environment
• Able to take ownership and deliver with minimal supervision
• Proactive, adaptable, and solutions-driven
• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction, Engineering, or similar
• MRICS (or working towards) preferred
• 5+ years’ experience in cost management or consultancy
• Strong knowledge of JCT and NEC contracts
• Experience across pre‑and post‑contract stages
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Work on high‑profile, diverse projects
• Be part of a growing and ambitious team
• Gain real responsibility and client exposure
• Accelerate your career in a supportive, collaborative environment

We are proud to be an inclusive and diverse employer
, creating an environment where everyone can thrive.

Cumming Group is committed to creating a diverse workplace and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All job applicants will receive equal treatment without regard to age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, "race" (includes nationality, national / ethnic origin, colour), marriage & civil partnership, pregnancy & maternity, gender assignment, religion and belief.