Cost Consulting

Recruiting Cost Managers and Professional Quantity Surveyors

We offer Quantity Surveyors seeking new job opportunities in the consulting sector a range of career options.  The job seekers registered with Maxim Recruitment have secured employment with some of the UK's leading cost management consultancies, as well as with smaller niche practices and in regional offices close to home.

Career Progression

The role of the Quantity Surveyor has arguably changed more than any other in the building and construction industry over the last few decades. The traditional core services long associated with quantity surveying such as BOQ preparation are still prevalent but additional specialised services relating to procurement, cost management, contract management and contract services are demanded more and more by the contemporary clients that procure cost management and cost consulting related services.

At Maxim, you will receive thorough and well informed advice throughout your professional Quantity Surveying career from an experienced recruitment consultant who is an experienced specialist in the niche area of cost consulting. We can advise you on the best employers to work for - ones  who can assist you with your APC, your career progression,  your work life balance and of course those who pay market leading salaries.

Defining Cost Management

Cost Management includes:

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To discuss your career options with a knowledgeable and experienced consultant, apply for the job most suiting your aspirations or get in touch with the right recruitment consultant in one of our offices to discuss your options further.

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Graham has signed a three year deal with materials management platform MukAway, one of the biggest deals in the platform's history.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 14 August, 07:48

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Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 14 August, 07:41

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Grayson upgrades green certification

Grayson has achieved ISO 14068 carbon neutrality certification, after working to reduce waste and increasing renewable energy generation.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 14 August, 07:23

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Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 14 August, 07:03

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