Cost Consultant

Here at Blueprint Recruitment, we are looking for a skilled Cost Consultant to join a leading engineering consultancy, on a contract basis, outside IR35. Within this role, you will be required to work on a hybrid basis working from our client's office, 3 days a week, located in Durham, in which you will be working on a variety of projects, within the water sector, such as the Northumbrian water projects, as a part of a highly experienced commercial team.

-Competitive day rate 300- 350 (depending on experience).

-Hybrid working arrangement.

Responsibilities

-Lead the commercial delivery of clean water, wastewater, and gas infrastructure projects across all project stages, ensuring alignment with AMP8 objectives.

-Manage all commercial aspects of NEC3/4 contracts, including valuations, compensation events, and contractual obligations.

-Represent the company in client-facing commercial reviews, maintaining strong relationships and protecting contractual interests.

-Provide expert commercial guidance across assigned frameworks, ensuring efficient, gain-focused delivery in line with client and customer expectations.

-Draft and respond to commercial correspondence within contractual timeframes.

-Support the Infrastructure Director in driving commercial growth across key frameworks.

What We Are Looking For:

-A degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related discipline.

-Minimum of 3 years' experience in a cost consultancy or commercial management environment.

-Solid understanding of procurement processes and standard forms of contract, particularly NEC and JCT.

-Proficient in cost management software and confident using MS Excel for reporting and analysis.

-Strong communication, analytical, and stakeholder engagement skills.

-RICS membership (or actively working towards chartership) is preferred.