You’ll be joining a forward-thinking organisation that values transparency, fairness, and innovation. We offer:• A flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment. • Opportunities for career growth in a rapidly scaling business. • A culture that values diversity, innovation, and continuous learning.We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Inclusivity is important to us, and as a Disability Confident organisation, we are committed to fair, supportive, and continually improving recruitment practices that ensure everyone has the opportunity to thrive.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.**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#LI-VS1#LI-Hybrid## Senior Estimator**Location:** Manchester, Derby or Warrington with Hybrid Working### About Rolls‐Royce SMRRolls‐Royce SMR is building a new generation of nuclear power solutions to support the UK’s transition to cleaner, more secure energy. Our Small Modular Reactor programme combines world‐class engineering with digital innovation to deliver affordable, low‐carbon power at pace.We are growing fast and creating opportunities for people who want to work on projects that genuinely matter — technically, commercially and socially.### Why this role existsWe need you to strengthen our estimating capability as we develop and deliver one of the most complex infrastructure programmes in the UK.As a **Senior Estimator**, you will play a critical role in producing high‐integrity cost estimates that inform strategic decisions, support investment confidence and enable safe, compliant delivery across the SMR programme.### What you’ll be doingWe need you to:* Develop detailed, auditable cost estimates across complex scopes, including nuclear island, civils, structures, EC&I, conventional island systems and heavy components* Analyse drawings, specifications and scope definitions to determine cost drivers and discipline‐specific requirements* Produce and maintain robust **Basis of Estimate (BoE)** documentation aligned to Estimate Management Plans (EMPs)* Collaborate closely with engineering, project management, supply chain and commercial teams to identify value‐engineering opportunities* Integrate cost estimates with schedules (e.g. Primavera P6) and risk registers to support realistic forecasting and contingency planning* Present cost intelligence, assumptions and risks clearly to senior stakeholders and governance forums* Use estimating tools, databases and market intelligence to continuously improve estimate maturity and data quality### What we’re looking forThere’s no such thing as the “perfect” candidate. If you feel you meet **around 75%** of what’s below, we’d really like to hear from you.We’re particularly keen to hear from people who bring:* Proven experience delivering complex cost estimates within **nuclear, energy, infrastructure, manufacturing or other highly regulated environments*** Strong knowledge of estimating best practice, BoE development and estimate assurance* Experience working with cost classification systems (e.g. AACE) and estimate maturity models* An understanding of cost risk, uncertainty and contingency approaches* Confidence engaging and influencing senior stakeholders using clear, evidence‐based insights* Strong digital capability, including estimating tools and schedule integration (e.g. Primavera P6)### ### Qualifications & experienceWe need you to bring:* A degree (or equivalent experience) in Engineering, Project Management or a related discipline* Significant experience in cost estimation (typically 5+ years)* Strong analytical, numerical and problem‐solving skills* Clear written and verbal communication skillsIt’s great if you also have (but not essential):* Professional estimating or cost engineering certification (e.g. AACE, ICEAA, CaSA)* Experience working within nuclear or similarly regulated environments### Reward & benefitsWe offer a competitive and transparent reward package:* **Salary:** £50,650 - £66,500* **Bonus:** 12.5% annual bonus opportunity* **Benefits allowance:** £2,200* **Pension:** Company pension scheme* **Life assurance:** 6x pensionable salary* **Income protection:** 50%* **Holiday:** 28 days plus bank holidays* **New joiner payment:** £250* **Working pattern:** 37.5 hours per week with flexible and part‐time working options available### ### Flexible & inclusive workingAll our roles are designed with flexibility in mind. We support hybrid working, flexible hours and part‐time arrangements wherever possible, agreed in partnership with your manager.We know great people work best when work fits around life — not the other way around.### ### Our commitment to inclusionAt Rolls‐Royce SMR, we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and able to thrive.We welcome applications from all backgrounds and identities. Reasonable adjustments will be made in line with the Equality Act 2010 throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace. If you need any adjustments, just let us know — we’re here to support you.**We are Rolls-Royce SMR**A career with Rolls-Royce SMR offers a unique opportunity to contribute to an exciting organisation delivering a transformational mission. Rolls-Royce SMR is a radically different approach to proven nuclear technology. Each Rolls-Royce SMR power station will generate 470MW of low-carbon energy - equivalent to more than 150 onshore wind turbines and enough to power a million homes for over 60 years. With its Rolls-Royce SMRs will play a vital role in supporting renewable energy by helping to overcome intermittency and ensure a stable, sustainable energy future. We’re proud to be one of the few employers that can genuinely say we’re a strengths-based organisation. Our people are here because of what makes them exceptional - and our role is to help them make the most meaningful contribution of their careers, doing work they love. We offer opportunities that go beyond traditional career paths. At Rolls-Royce SMR you can develop your career by exploring roles and challenges that align with your unique talents.**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.You’ll be joining a forward-thinking organisation that values transparency, fairness, and innovation. We offer: • A flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment. • Opportunities for career growth in a rapidly scaling business. • A culture that values diversity, innovation, and continuous learning. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Inclusivity is important to us, and
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