We're working with a leading global consultancy who are looking to appoint a Senior Estimator to strengthen their Cost & Estimating team. You'll take ownership of pre-contract estimating on major infrastructure programmes, provide strategic cost advice, and support the development of junior colleagues.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver end-to-end estimating on projects ranging from £10m to £500m+.
Prepare and present robust first-principles estimates, risk allowances, and cost models.
Lead value engineering sessions and scope reviews with project teams.
Support procurement, tender analysis, and bid evaluations.
Produce clear, client-facing reports and confidently present estimates.
Coach and mentor junior estimators within the team.
What We're Looking For
6-12+ years in estimating, ideally within consultancy or a tier-one contractor.
Strong first-principles estimating skills across labour, plant, materials, and indirects.
Proficiency with Excel; experience of CostX, Candy, Cleopatra, or similar tools.
Sector experience in Commercial, Residential, Infrastructure, Healthcare, Education or Defence.
Degree/HNC in QS/Engineering/Construction Management; MRICS/ACostE (or working towards).
Confident communicator with excellent client-facing skills.
UK right to work (security clearance helpful but not essential).
What's on Offer
£65,000 - £75,000 salary (DOE).
Excellent benefits package including private healthcare & pension.
Genuine career growth with a clear path to more senior roles.
Opportunity to join a global consultancy with first-class training and progression.
Interested? Contact Max Condie on (phone number removed) or apply now to find out more