Director – Cost Consultancy Services
Director – Cost Consultancy Services
(National) Various Location – London, Birmingham, Bristol, Manchester
Thomas Search are working on behalf of an independent consultancy to appoint an experienced Director of Cost Consultancy to grow and deliver work in their growing and successful team.
This is a chance to take on a client-facing, leadership role within a collaborative and forward-thinking practice, with exposure to major property investors, developers and occupiers across the UK.
You'll play a key role in developing and growing the Cost Consultancy service line, while delivering for an impressive client base.
Expect exposure to high-profile projects across multiple sectors – from industrial and office to residential, PBSA, and build-to-rent – giving you the chance to expand your expertise while working alongside market-leading investors and developers.
What You'll Do
Growth of the clients Cost Consultancy service line across the UK
High-profile client delivery across multiple asset classes
Business development, networking and marketing initiatives
Smarter ways of working: templates, processes & quality standards
Operational improvements, innovation and best practice adoption
Development of a "community of practice" across client offices
Service line priorities, SMART actions & quarterly progress
Knowledge sharing, case studies and thought leadership
Celebrating and promoting successes internally & externally
Coaching, supporting and developing colleagues
What We're Looking For
A degree (or equivalent) with MRICS status and a strong technical foundation in cost consultancy
Proven track record of delivering high-quality technical services and hands-on project work
Ability to act as a trusted advisor, winning client confidence and handling sensitive commercial matters
Commercial awareness and experience of hitting financial targets, with the drive to grow profitability
A personal network and the potential to generate new opportunities for the team
Natural leader who can inspire, mentor and coach colleagues, while supporting their growth
Collaborative team player who thrives in a multi-disciplinary environment
Organised, with the ability to prioritise workloads and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Strong communicator, able to engage clients and colleagues with clarity and confidence
Tech-savvy, using digital tools to improve efficiency and share knowledge
Awareness of the key challenges and trends in the commercial property sector
Understanding of market dynamics and how they shape cost consultancy services
Keen interest in emerging research, including continuous work on Redefining Building Performance
Commitment to continuous personal development and keeping your expertise future-fit
What's in it for you?
Competitive salary + discretionary bonus
Private healthcare, life assurance & personal accident cover
27 days annual leave + wellbeing & charity days
Flexible & hybrid working (laptop & phone provided)
Cycle scheme, season ticket loan & contributory pension
Tailored career development and sponsored learning
Ready to take your career to the next level? This is your chance to be part of a progressive, people-first consultancy where your impact will be felt on some of the UK and Europe's most iconic projects