Lead Quantity Surveyor / Cost Management Lead
Location:
Farciennes, Belgium
Sector:
Data Centres
Employment Type:
Initial two-year fixed term, with strong potential for continuation across future projects.
Legal right to work
in the country is required
We are representing a
global construction consultancy
supporting some of the most complex and high-value developments across
data centres and life sciences
. Due to continued growth, they are seeking a
senior commercial leader
to take ownership of key client accounts and lead major pre-construction cost management programmes.
This is a
strategic leadership role
, combining technical excellence with client relationship management, team leadership, and business development.
The Opportunity
You will act as a
trusted commercial advisor
to major international clients, leading cost strategy from early concept through procurement. The role offers significant autonomy, visibility with senior stakeholders, and the opportunity to shape teams and processes within a growing regional business.
Key Responsibilities
* Serve as the primary commercial and cost management contact for strategic client accounts
* Lead cost planning, estimating, and pre-construction commercial strategy on major developments
* Oversee multiple large-scale projects across international markets and time zones
* Manage and mentor high-performing cost management teams
* Drive the preparation of cost plans, QTOs, and BoQs to a high technical standard
* Establish and implement QA/QC processes for cost deliverables
* Provide strong leadership across MEP and specialist package costing (MEP focus essential)
* Support procurement strategy across global project portfolios
* Contribute to bids, proposals, and wider business development initiatives
* Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to support growth objectives
* Actively develop client relationships to secure repeat and new business
* Deliver training and professional development for senior and emerging leaders
Experience & Background
* 15+ years' experience in
cost management / quantity surveying
, ideally consultancy-side
* Strong pre-construction expertise on
large, complex construction projects
* Proven experience within
data centres and/or life sciences
environments
* Advanced proficiency in
CostX
(or similar platforms such as Cubicost, PlanSwift, Candy, or ZWCAD)
* Demonstrated ability to lead teams, build departments, and grow client accounts
* Strong commercial understanding of global project delivery models
* Degree-qualified in a construction or cost-related discipline (or equivalent experience)
* Chartered status (or actively working towards it)
* Excellent communication skills and stakeholder management capability
Why Apply?
* Senior leadership role with real influence over projects, teams, and clients
* Exposure to technically complex, high-profile international developments
* Clear progression pathway within a growing regional business
* Collaborative, people-focused culture with a strong emphasis on mentorship and quality
Salary and benefits and client will be disclosed at initial discussion.
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