Project Details
Projects for this Cardiff estimating job include transport, rail, highways, local authority works, energy, nuclear, renewables, power, water, defence, and aviation.
Responsibilities and Duties
1. Prepare estimates from early feasibility through detailed design, including first-principles build-ups
2. Produce Class 5 to Class 1 estimates with clear basis-of-estimate narratives
3. Complete independent quantity take-offs using recognised methods of measurement
4. Use client benchmarks, in-house and market data to form and validate estimates
5. Assess indirects, preliminaries, and overheads; structure estimates to agreed CBS/WBS formats
6. Contribute to bids, proposals, and work-winning activity as needed
7. Participate in peer reviews and quality assurance prior to submission
8. Present outputs clearly to internal stakeholders and clients; address queries and clarifications
9. Support risk/contingency development with project controls and QS teams
10. Maintain estimating data, norms, and lessons learned for continuous improvement
11. Use industry estimating software and standard office applications competently
Desired Skills and Experience
12. 5-10 years of experience as an Estimator within infrastructure (e.g, rail, highways, energy, water) on the consultancy or contractor side is ideal
13. Strong grasp of measurement, take-off, and first-principles build-ups
14. Confidence in stakeholder engagement and excellent client-facing abilities
15. Understanding of risk, uncertainty, and contingency within budgets and cost forecasts
16. Ability to structure cost breakdowns and manage indirect costs
17. Stakeholder management skills; comfortable engaging designers, engineers, and project managers
18. Familiarity with estimating tools and benchmarking approaches; data-driven mindset
Qualifications/Educational Requirements
19. Degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Construction or similar (or equivalent experience)
20. Working towards/holding chartership (RICS, ACostE, AACE, ICE) is desirable
21. Eligibility for security clearance may be advantageous on certain projects
Employing Company Overview and Profile
Maxim Recruitment is seeking an Estimator for a highly regarded construction consultancy delivering estimating and cost advisory services across flagship UK infrastructure programmes.
The business promotes a collaborative culture, structured professional development, and a diverse project portfolio spanning transport, energy, and complex infrastructure.
A full client overview will be provided to shortlisted candidates.
Additional Benefits Package and Incentives
22. 37.5-hour work week
23. Flexible working policy
24. Professional development and chartership support
25. Travel expenses covered
26. Strong career progression