Job Description

Location:

Oxford, Oxfordshire, England

Salary:

40k - 52k per year + None

Category

Quantity Surveying

Sector:

Scientific and Pharmaceutical

Contract type

Permanent

Consultant:

Mark Pritty

Project Cost Consultant - Life Science Sector
Location: Flexible (focus on London, Oxford & Cambridge)


Salary: 40,000 - 52,000 per annum

Type: Permanent


About the Role


Our client is expanding their Life Science & Research Cost Management team and is seeking an experienced Project Cost Consultant to join them in delivering high-profile research, technology, and life science facilities for leading national and global clients.


As part of a collaborative Cost Management team, you'll contribute to a wide range of projects - from complex, large-scale developments to smaller, high-impact schemes - ensuring delivery on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards.


This is an excellent opportunity to work with forward-thinking clients and help shape environments that support innovation, discovery, and sustainability across the life science and research sectors.


Key Responsibilities


Provide professional Quantity Surveying and Cost Management services on major life science and research facility projects across the UK & Europe.


Lead projects from inception through completion, including cost estimating, feasibility studies, benchmarking, procurement, and contract management.


Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver value-driven, data-informed solutions.


Support and advise clients, managing expectations and ensuring successful project outcomes.


Drive best practice in Digital Cost Management, utilising tools such as CostX, 5D BIM, and benchmarking software.


About You


You'll be a commercially astute, motivated professional who thrives in a collaborative, client-focused environment. You take pride in improving the quality of life through well-managed, impactful projects.


Essential Skills & Experience:


MRICS Chartered Quantity Surveyor (or near qualification)


Strong understanding of cost drivers, value, and risk management


Experience delivering complex construction projects - ideally within Research, Technology, or Life Science sectors


Proven track record leading smaller-scale projects independently


Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills


Self-motivated with strong problem-solving ability


Experience or interest in digital tools such as CostX, 5D BIM, and benchmarking platforms


Why Join?


Work on cutting-edge science and technology facilities that make a real difference


Be part of a supportive, inclusive team that values innovation and professional growth


Gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of projects across the UK and Europe


Opportunities for career progression and professional development


If you're ready to contribute your cost management expertise to projects that shape the future of science and research, we'd love to hear from you.


? to join a dynamic team delivering exceptional results across the Life Science sector.