Overview
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Become a vital member of our Project & Programme Services team, proudly taking on some of the world's most exciting and prestigious projects. Our collaborative environment supports everyone to contribute and deliver excellence together. Flexible and remote working are central to our culture, with options to discuss what matters to you, including reduced weeks, additional leave, and reasonable adjustments.
As a leader in our Estimating team, you will contribute to high-quality work and uphold our commitment to doing what’s right. You will manage a diverse workload and collaborate with engineers, clients, and authorities on niche and high-profile schemes, including benchmarking capabilities and reporting/analysis of infrastructure costs.
Our Project & Programme Services Team is looking to hire an Associate Director - Estimator to support our growing business. Our Complex Infrastructure Team works across three major markets: Infrastructure (Water, Defence, etc.); Transport (Rail, Highways, etc.); Energy (Nuclear, Renewable Energy, etc.).
Responsibilities
* Line manage and lead the development of a small team within the London area.
* Focus on winning work and developing new and junior talent.
* Support and lead on estimates from feasibility through to detailed design.
* Produce high-level order-of-magnitude costs and be capable of first-principles estimates at later stages.
* Be adaptable to work across multiple sectors and disciplines and drive learning of new skills.
* Have advanced understanding of UK measurement methods and ability to complete a full take-off independently, including proficiency in estimating software, indirect costs, and other fees.
* Engage with stakeholders including engineers, clients, and authorities to complete estimates.
* Review outputs of junior estimators and provide guidance on projects.
* Understand the role of a consultancy on projects and the purpose of budgetary estimates.
* Independently write a basis-of-estimate report for director review prior to submission.
* Benchmark outputs against market data to provide evidence to clients.
* Support the wider business in estimating bids and technical development.
What You Can Bring
* Experience across a variety of schemes with opportunities to work across UK and international markets remotely.
* Flexible working and support for a healthy work-life balance.
* Opportunity to grow your career, whether through technical or people-management routes.
* Support chartership aspirations with RICS, ICE, AACE, ACostE or similar.
Why AtkinsRéalis?
AtkinsRéalis offers a digital-enabled approach to transform outcomes for people and the environment. You’ll have access to a range of projects, career growth, and flexible working within an inclusive culture that prioritizes diversity, health, and happiness. This role may involve work on high-profile projects such as Sizewell C and Heathrow Airport, with exposure to international expertise and innovation in local areas. Our work focuses on Net Zero Carbon and regenerating cities across the UK.
Security Clearance
This role may require security clearance; offers of employment depend on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If required, the vetting process is delivered by UK Security Vetting and may require UK residency of five years or more. Do not disclose details of any current or previous security clearance in your application or CV.
We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community. We offer family-friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.
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