We are Rolls-Royce SMR and we’re doing something that’s never been done before. We’re revolutionising an industry. That’s a once-in-a-career opportunity for those excited by such a challenge. This is more than just a job; this is a legacy.
We are now recruiting for the exciting role of Senior Estimator, to be involved in industry leading, cutting-edge design project for a new type of power station. The successful candidate(s) will be responsible for preparing accurate and comprehensive cost estimates in the following fields:
* Nuclear Equipment & Heavy Components
* Conventional Island Systems
* Civil Engineering, Structural, and Architectural
* Electrical, Control, and Instrumentation Systems
Key Responsibilities:
* Analyse Project Requirements:Review drawings, specifications, and project scopes to determine discipline specific requirements and associated costs.
* Data Collection:Gather and assess data from suppliers, subcontractors, and internal teams to obtain accurate pricing information.
* Cost Estimation:Prepare detailed cost estimates for their relevant fields, considering materials, labour, equipment, and overheads.
* Collaboration:Work closely with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure cost-effective solutions and value engineering opportunities.
* Reporting:Compile and present cost estimates and financial implications to management and stakeholders.
* Market Research:Stay updated on industry trends, materials, and regulations to ensure competitive and compliant estimates.
* Software Proficiency:Utilise cost estimation software and tools to prepare and manage estimates.
* Take Offs:Perform quantity take-offs from drawings and specifications to support accurate cost estimation.
* Standard Methods of Measurement:Apply Standard Methods of Measurement where practicable to ensure consistency and accuracy in cost estimation.
* Project Scheduling:Demonstrate understanding of project scheduling software, such as Primavera P6, to integrate cost estimates with project timelines.
Key Results & What can be achieved in the role
* Delivery of High-Integrity Product/Project Estimates
o Achievement will be measured by the successful delivery of comprehensive, accurate, and fully auditable cost estimates for the allocated their allocated SMR scope. These estimates must be aligned with the Generic Product Development requirements and demonstrate traceability through robust Basis of Estimate (BoE) documentation.
* Adherence and Execution of Estimate Management Plans
* Success includes the alignment to the Generic Product Estimate Management Plans (EMPs) that standardise the estimating process across the programme. These EMPs ensures consistency, transparency, and compliance with internal governance and external regulatory expectations.
* Influence on Strategic Decision-Making
* The Senior Estimator is expected to provide cost intelligence that directly informs strategic decisions. This includes presenting cost implications to senior stakeholders and influencing value engineering and risk mitigation strategies through data-driven insights.
* Integration with Scheduling and Risk
* Achievement is demonstrated by the integration of cost estimates with project schedules (e.g. Primavera P6) and risk registers. This ensures that estimates reflect realistic delivery timelines and quantified risk exposure, supporting more accurate forecasting and contingency planning.
* Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement
* Success in this role includes active collaborating in cross-functional estimating teams and engaging effectively with engineering, project management, supply chain and operations stakeholders. The ability to coordinate inputs and secure alignment across disciplines is a key performance indicator.
* Continuous Improvement and Benchmarking
* The role is expected to drive continuous improvement in data fidelity. Success is measured by the demonstrable uplift in estimate maturity over time.
Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. But we'll let you in on a secret: there's no such thing as a 'perfect' candidate. If you feel you meet 75% of the requirements for this role, we would love to hear from you.
Also, if you are considering a career move or a sector-jump, please get in touch, we welcome applications from people with transferable skills.
Key Selection Criteria
Estimating Experience in Nuclear, Energy, Manufacturing or Civils Infrastructure
* Proven experience leading complex cost estimating for major infrastructure projects, ideally within the nuclear, oil & gas or highly regulated sectors.
* Demonstrated capability in supporting Basis of Estimate (BoE) reports and Estimate Management Plans (EMP) for their disciplinary scope including EC&I, civils, structures, and nuclear island components
* Familiarity with AACE cost estimate classifications and maturity models.
Strategic Risk and Uncertainty Management
* Basic understanding of maturity assessments, risk quantification and contingency modelling, including Monte Carlo simulations and top-down/bottom-up contingency approaches.
* Ability to integrate cost risk assessments with schedule and scope to inform investment decisions and programme governance.
Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement
* Demonstrated active collaboration in cross-functional teams, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive alignment across engineering, commercial, and programme functions.
* Skilled in presenting complex cost data and financial implications to executive audiences and external partners.
Governance, Compliance and Quality Assurance
* Knowledge of nuclear safety culture, regulatory frameworks, and corporate governance expectations for cost estimating.
* Experience in applying internal assurance processes to validate estimate integrity and compliance with Rolls-Royce SMR standard
Digital Proficiency and Data Integration
* Proficient in cost estimation software and tools, with the ability to integrate estimates with scheduling platforms such as Primavera P6.
* Familiarity with digital estimating databases and the use of historical data for benchmarking and continuous improvement.
Ref 417 Department Programme Management Location Derby, Manchester, Warrington Employment type Full-time Salary £48,000 - £62,500 Closing date 01/08/2025 Role related
Role Title: Senior Estimator
Location: Derby, Manchester, Warrington
We are Rolls-Royce SMR and we’re doing something that’s never been done before. We’re revolutionising an industry. That’s a once-in-a-career opportunity for those excited by such a challenge. This is more than just a job; this is a legacy.
We are now recruiting for the exciting role of Senior Estimator, to be involved in industry leading, cutting-edge design project for a new type of power station. The successful candidate(s) will be responsible for preparing accurate and comprehensive cost estimates in the following fields:
* Nuclear Equipment & Heavy Components
* Conventional Island Systems
* Civil Engineering, Structural, and Architectural
* Electrical, Control, and Instrumentation Systems
Key Responsibilities:
* Analyse Project Requirements:Review drawings, specifications, and project scopes to determine discipline specific requirements and associated costs.
* Data Collection:Gather and assess data from suppliers, subcontractors, and internal teams to obtain accurate pricing information.
* Cost Estimation:Prepare detailed cost estimates for their relevant fields, considering materials, labour, equipment, and overheads.
* Collaboration:Work closely with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure cost-effective solutions and value engineering opportunities.
* Reporting:Compile and present cost estimates and financial implications to management and stakeholders.
* Market Research:Stay updated on industry trends, materials, and regulations to ensure competitive and compliant estimates.
* Software Proficiency:Utilise cost estimation software and tools to prepare and manage estimates.
* Take Offs:Perform quantity take-offs from drawings and specifications to support accurate cost estimation.
* Standard Methods of Measurement:Apply Standard Methods of Measurement where practicable to ensure consistency and accuracy in cost estimation.
* Project Scheduling:Demonstrate understanding of project scheduling software, such as Primavera P6, to integrate cost estimates with project timelines.
Key Results & What can be achieved in the role
* Delivery of High-Integrity Product/Project Estimates
o Achievement will be measured by the successful delivery of comprehensive, accurate, and fully auditable cost estimates for the allocated their allocated SMR scope. These estimates must be aligned with the Generic Product Development requirements and demonstrate traceability through robust Basis of Estimate (BoE) documentation.
* Adherence and Execution of Estimate Management Plans
*
o Success includes the alignment to the Generic Product Estimate Management Plans (EMPs) that standardise the estimating process across the programme. These EMPs ensures consistency, transparency, and compliance with internal governance and external regulatory expectations.
* Influence on Strategic Decision-Making
*
o The Senior Estimator is expected to provide cost intelligence that directly informs strategic decisions. This includes presenting cost implications to senior stakeholders and influencing value engineering and risk mitigation strategies through data-driven insights.
* Integration with Scheduling and Risk
*
o Achievement is demonstrated by the integration of cost estimates with project schedules (e.g. Primavera P6) and risk registers. This ensures that estimates reflect realistic delivery timelines and quantified risk exposure, supporting more accurate forecasting and contingency planning.
* Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement
*
o Success in this role includes active collaborating in cross-functional estimating teams and engaging effectively with engineering, project management, supply chain and operations stakeholders. The ability to coordinate inputs and secure alignment across disciplines is a key performance indicator.
* Continuous Improvement and Benchmarking
*
o The role is expected to drive continuous improvement in data fidelity. Success is measured by the demonstrable uplift in estimate maturity over time.
Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. But we'll let you in on a secret: there's no such thing as a 'perfect' candidate. If you feel you meet 75% of the requirements for this role, we would love to hear from you.
Also, if you are considering a career move or a sector-jump, please get in touch, we welcome applications from people with transferable skills.
Key Selection Criteria
Estimating Experience in Nuclear, Energy, Manufacturing or Civils Infrastructure
* Proven experience leading complex cost estimating for major infrastructure projects, ideally within the nuclear, oil & gas or highly regulated sectors.
* Demonstrated capability in supporting Basis of Estimate (BoE) reports and Estimate Management Plans (EMP) for their disciplinary scope including EC&I, civils, structures, and nuclear island components
* Familiarity with AACE cost estimate classifications and maturity models.
Strategic Risk and Uncertainty Management
* Basic understanding of maturity assessments, risk quantification and contingency modelling, including Monte Carlo simulations and top-down/bottom-up contingency approaches.
* Ability to integrate cost risk assessments with schedule and scope to inform investment decisions and programme governance.
Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement
* Demonstrated active collaboration in cross-functional teams, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive alignment across engineering, commercial, and programme functions.
* Skilled in presenting complex cost data and financial implications to executive audiences and external partners.
Governance, Compliance and Quality Assurance
* Knowledge of nuclear safety culture, regulatory frameworks, and corporate governance expectations for cost estimating.
* Experience in applying internal assurance processes to validate estimate integrity and compliance with Rolls-Royce SMR standard
Digital Proficiency and Data Integration
* Proficient in cost estimation software and tools, with the ability to integrate estimates with scheduling platforms such as Primavera P6.
* Familiarity with digital estimating databases and the use of historical data for benchmarking and continuous improvement.
Pay and benefits
We anticipate paying a salary of between £48,000 - £62,500 DOE plus:-
* Bonus - Performance related target opportunity 12.5%
* Benefits Allowance – £2,200 per annum, enabling you to create a bespoke package
* Pension - 12% employer and 6% employee contributions.
* Holidays - 28 days holiday (+ public holidays) and the ability to buy or sell up to 4 days.
* Private Medical Insurance - BUPA single cover health care
* Life Assurance - 6x pensionable pay
* £250 - One-off payment for new starters for home office purchases
Company related
We are Rolls-Royce SMR
Rolls-Royce SMR is a rare employer because it blends the world-class brand of Rolls Royce with an exciting start-up that has a hugely challenging mission. We’re doing work that contributes to the survival of the planet. Because of our mission, there’s a pace and energy that is palpable, and our leaders draw you in with their passion, energy, and determination.
We’re one of a handful of employers who can genuinely say we’re a strengths-based organisation – our people are here because of what makes them great, and our job is to help them make the best contribution of their careers doing work they love.
The start-up mentality coupled with our strengths-approach to people means there are opportunities to grow in ways and jobs you probably would be barred from doing in more traditional companies.
Each Rolls-Royce SMR power station will have the capacity to generate 470MW of low carbon energy, equivalent to more than 150 onshore wind turbines and enough to power a million homes. It will provide consistent baseload generation for at least 60 years, helping to support the roll out of renewable generation and overcome intermittency issues
Our Culture
At Rolls-Royce SMR, we are committed to ensuring that our teams reflect the communities we serve and that everyone can be themselves at work. We know that diverse teams are more innovative and get better results, and that our people can thrive and be more successful in truly inclusive cultures. Join us and help shape our culture. Find out more about our inclusion pledge .
Rolls-Royce SMR is a place where everyone can grow, so whatever background you bring with you, please apply if this is a role that would make you excited to come into work every day and help shape our culture.
Our Application Process
Due to the safety regulations within the nuclear industry, applicants will be required to participate in additional screening. These are:
Obtaining Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance
Satisfactory completion of a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
Satisfactory completion of a basic financial probity check
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