Cost Estimator

Cost Estimator

Location: London

Cost Estimator – Take the Next Step into the Nuclear Sector

Are you an experienced Cost Estimator looking for a new challenge? Or do you have a background in MEP, HVAC or commercial management and are looking to build a career as a Cost Estimator?

We’re seeking a driven Cost Estimator to join our growing team in London. This is a fantastic opportunity to transition into the nuclear sector, working on high-profile engineering projects while developing specialist expertise in one of the UK’s most secure and rapidly expanding industries.

Whether you’re already established as a Cost Estimator or you’re looking to move into estimating from a commercial role, this position offers genuine long-term career prospects.

The Role

As a Cost Estimator, you’ll play a key role in supporting the preparation of accurate cost estimates for complex engineering projects within the nuclear industry. Working closely with commercial, engineering and project teams, you’ll contribute to successful tender submissions and project planning.

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing detailed cost estimates and pricing proposals.
• Reviewing technical drawings, specifications and project documentation.
• Producing quantity take-offs and cost analyses.
• Collaborating with engineering, procurement and commercial teams.
• Supporting tender and bid submissions.
• Identifying commercial risks and opportunities.
• Assisting with the continuous improvement of estimating procedures.

About You

We’re interested in candidates with strong technical or commercial experience who are looking to develop their career as a Cost Estimator.

You’ll ideally come from one of the following backgrounds:

• Cost estimating within an engineering environment.
• MEP or HVAC projects.
• Commercial or quantity surveying roles.

You’ll also have:

• Strong commercial awareness and analytical skills.
• The ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel and estimating software would be beneficial, although training can be provided.

Why Join Us?

This Cost Estimator role provides an excellent opportunity to establish yourself within the nuclear industry and work on technically demanding projects that offer long-term career stability and progression.

In return, we offer:

• A clear pathway into the nuclear sector.
• Excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development.
• Industry-specific training and ongoing mentoring.
• Exposure to major engineering and infrastructure projects.
• A collaborative and supportive working environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

Apply Today

If you’re an experienced Cost Estimator, or you’re currently working in a commercial, MEP or HVAC role and are looking to move into estimating, we’d love to hear from you.

This Cost Estimator opportunity is ideal for someone looking to develop their career within the nuclear sector while working on some of the UK’s most exciting engineering projects.

For more information on this Cost Engineer position or if you would like to apply, please contact Dean Parry at Emeya Recruitment.

I am available 7am-7pm Monday to Saturday.