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Job Description
We value a diverse workforce and welcome applications from all sections of the community wishing to join a workforce which embraces difference and welcomes everyone.
Senior Estimators are an integral part of the Contract Assurance & Framework Management Team. Their role is key to ensuring that Integrated Delivery Teams are provided with appropriate cost intelligence, estimation, and assurance services. Responsibilities include:
1. Producing estimates of project and whole-life cost from project inception to construction contract award, developing and presenting costs using bottom-up and top-down methodologies. Training on Environment Agency specific applications and tools will be provided to successful candidates.
2. Informing project teams on the Client Set Target prices for NEC4 PSC and ECC contracts and compensation events.
3. Interrogating and assuring value for money, working with delivery partners to assess and challenge sub-contractor costs and overall programme.
4. Collaborating with internal project management and benchmarking teams.
5. Understanding and communicating the produced cost estimates.
6. Providing support and buildability advice to find efficient project solutions.
7. Compiling actual cost data into the correct format and uploading it to the database.
8. Maintaining estimate records and progress.
9. Being the local estimating expert, maintaining awareness of local project progress, reporting estimates and work completed.
10. Attending meetings to give progress reports, forecasts, and updates.
11. Undertaking training and incident response duties as required.
The Team
This role is within the Commercial and Framework Management (CaFM) team, part of Portfolio Management, Assurance & Commercial directorate. CaFM provides services including Commercial Risk Management, Should Cost and Benchmarking Intelligence, Operational Framework Management, Future Framework Provision, and a Centre of Excellence (CoE). The team is divided into five sub-teams: Commercial Centre of Excellence, Operational Framework Management, Future Frameworks, Should Cost and Benchmarking Intelligence, and Commercial Assurance & Improvements.
Experience/Skills Required
* Estimating ability using first principles and top-down approaches with model-driven data.
* Experience estimating for professional design services and construction contracts.
* Experience in relevant fields such as civils, flood risk management, waterways, mechanical & electrical.
* Knowledge of standard forms of construction contracts (NEC3 and 4) and the industry.
* Professionalism and confidence in representing client or contractor interests in Value for Money and target costs.
* Excellent Microsoft software, financial, and commercial skills.
* Project and personal time management skills.
* Experience working in a commercial environment is advantageous.
* Accreditation from CostE/RICS or willingness to pursue it.
Additional Information
This role does not qualify for sponsorship. Please consult UK Visa and Immigration for guidance.
Benefits include pension, leave entitlements, flexible working, and training opportunities. The base location is flexible with occasional co-location in offices.
For further information, contact: ben.russell@environment-agency.gov.uk. Interviews are expected to be held w/c 16/06/2025.
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