Job Description
We value a diverse workforce and welcome applications from all sections of the community wishing to join a workforce that embraces difference and welcomes everyone.
Senior Estimator Role: Senior Estimators are an integral part of the Contract Assurance & Framework Management Team. Their role is key to ensuring that Integrated Delivery Teams are provided with appropriate cost intelligence, estimation, and assurance services. Responsibilities include:
1. Producing estimates of project and whole-life costs from inception to contract award, using bottom-up and top-down methodologies. Training on Environment Agency-specific applications and tools will be provided.
2. Informing project teams on Client Set Target prices for NEC4 PSC and ECC contracts and managing compensation events.
3. Interrogating and assuring value for money by working with delivery partners to assess and challenge sub-contractor costs and overall programme.
4. Collaborating with internal project management and benchmarking teams.
5. Understanding and communicating cost estimates effectively.
6. Providing support and buildability advice for efficient project solutions.
7. Compiling and uploading actual cost data into the database, maintaining estimate records and progress.
8. Acting as the local estimating expert within the EA’s Delivery Hubs, maintaining awareness of project progress and reporting on estimates.
9. Attending meetings to report progress, forecasts, and updates, including industry and process developments.
10. Participating in incident response duties as part of the role, supporting communities and environmental safety.
The Team: This role is within the Commercial and Framework Management (CaFM) team, part of Portfolio Management, Assurance & Commercial directorate, divided into five teams: Commercial Centre of Excellence, Operational Framework Management, Future Frameworks, Should Cost and Benchmarking Intelligence, and Commercial Assurance & Improvements.
Experience and Skills Required:
* Estimating ability using first principles and model-driven data.
* Experience in estimating for professional design services and construction contracts, especially in civils, flood risk management, waterways, mechanical & electrical sectors.
* Knowledge of standard forms of construction contracts (NEC3 and 4) and the infrastructure industry.
* Professionalism in stakeholder engagement and confidence in representing client or contractor interests.
* Proficiency in Microsoft software, financial, and commercial skills.
* Project management and personal time management skills.
* Experience working in a commercial environment is advantageous.
* ACostE/RICS accreditation or willingness to pursue it.
Additional Information: This role does not qualify for sponsorship. Benefits include pension, leave, flexible working, and training opportunities. The base location is flexible with occasional office presence required. For more details, contact ben.russell@environment-agency.gov.uk. Interviews are expected in w/c 16/06/2025.
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