Estimator

A well-established consultancy is seeking an estimator to join its growing team on a permanent PAYE basis.

Overview

This position will form part of a specialist estimating and commercial team, supporting the delivery of major infrastructure programmes and framework agreements. Based within a collaborative office environment, the successful candidate will work closely with project teams, clients, and supply chain partners to provide robust cost information that supports project planning and decision-making throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce cost estimates at different stages of project development, ranging from strategic early-stage assessments through to detailed build-up estimates using recognised industry methodologies.
• Develop comparative cost analyses to support option selection, including evaluation of capital expenditure, operational expenditure, and whole-life cost considerations.
• Assist with the creation of project cost benchmarks and budget frameworks during project inception and feasibility stages.
• Review and challenge cost submissions from project teams and contractors to ensure consistency, accuracy, and value for money.
• Gather and maintain historical project cost information in a structured format to support future forecasting and analysis activities.
• Contribute to the ongoing enhancement of estimating tools, databases, and cost models.
• Participate in project meetings and undertake site visits when required to gain a clear understanding of project scope and delivery challenges.
• Engage confidently with clients and stakeholders, providing professional input during workshops, reviews, and progress meetings.
• Manage workload across several projects simultaneously while maintaining quality and accuracy.
• Utilise a variety of estimating software platforms and commercial systems as required.

Decision-Making and Accountability

The successful candidate will be expected to work independently on day-to-day estimating activities, demonstrating initiative and sound judgement. All formal cost reports, estimates, and commercial submissions will be subject to review and approval through the appropriate management channels before issue.

Liasie with

• Build and maintain productive working relationships with clients, contractors, and project teams to ensure timely delivery of estimating outputs.
• Represent the business professionally when interacting with external organisations and third-party stakeholders.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues across the wider business, promoting effective communication and knowledge sharing.

Essential Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with bonus opportunities.
• Company pension scheme, including salary sacrifice options.
• 25 days annual leave plus statutory holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave.
• Company-issued laptop and mobile phone.
• Structured training and professional development support.
• Payment of relevant professional membership subscriptions.
• Life assurance cover equivalent to four times annual salary.
• Employee wellbeing programme, including access to GP consultations, physiotherapy services, and mental health support.
• Healthcare cash plan offering reimbursement for routine medical expenses such as dental treatment and optical care.
• Employee referral incentive programme.
• Enhanced family-friendly policies covering maternity, paternity, and adoption leave and pay.

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