Construction Cost Analyst

1 week ago


Hitchin, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Willmott Dixon Full time

About the Role:

Willmott Dixon is currently recruiting for a Construction Cost Analyst to join our London and East construction business.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our successful team and be part of delivering high-quality projects across multiple sectors in north London, the northern home counties, and East Anglia.

The role will involve calculating build costs for customers, ensuring accurate pricing, on-time delivery, and exceptional quality. You will work closely with our preconstruction team and supply chain partners to provide tailored cost solutions that meet customer requirements and project scope.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Ensure all project costs align with project scope, customer requirements, and current legislation
  • Collaborate with the preconstruction team to secure and convert tender projects
  • Create detailed, accurate cost plans through design gateways up to target price
  • Guide the design team and inform customers on affordability
  • Analyse project specifications and technical documents to accurately estimate costs
  • Collaborate with the project team to identify and value alternative design solutions
  • Support the design discipline by costing change control items and tracking them through RIBA stages
  • Complete or manage project take-offs to the required level of detail
  • Provide comprehensive cost information packs during substantiation
  • Lead procurement schedules and build supply chain relationships
  • Review supply chain partner performance with operations teams

Requirements:

  • Strong numeracy skills and excellent written and spoken English
  • 5 GCSEs (A-C Grade) or equivalent, including maths
  • A BTEC in Building Studies or equivalent qualification
  • Minimum relevant level 4 qualification

Desirable Criteria:

  • Working towards MCIOB / MRICS

Personal Qualities:

  • Lead by example and take responsibility for delivering high-quality work
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • Resourcefulness and analytical skills
  • Maturity and ability to manage multiple tasks
  • Excellent time management and organisational skills

About Us:

With over 170 years of history, Willmott Dixon's purpose goes beyond profit; we deliver brilliant buildings, transform lives, strengthen communities, and enhance the environment for future generations. We're a successful, privately-owned business where people can thrive.

Salary and Benefits:

We offer a competitive salary package (£45,000 - £55,000 per annum), enhanced pension scheme, full private medical cover, life assurance, incentive bonus, and car scheme benefits.



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