Estimating Manager | Infrastructure

Estimating Manager | Infrastructure | Utilities

North East or Yorkshire Regions

£60K - £75K depending on experience

Pension + Life Assurance + Excellent Benefits

Hybrid Working

The Business

This business tackles the world’s most ambitious infrastructure challenges. The Infrastructure Consulting team empowers governments, transportation authorities, real estate developers, and engineering and construction firms to drive progress by optimising infrastructure development, enhancing urban environments, and transforming the movement of people and goods.

The business works in alliance with some of the UK's highest-profile organisations to deliver projects, with measurable impact, setting new standards for the future of infrastructure development.

The Role
With growing demand and ambitious growth plans, the business seeks a skilled Estimator / Estimating Manager Senior Estimators with proven expertise in Infrastructure sectors such as Rail, Highways, Power, Marine, Water, or Utilities.

Based in the Northeast or Yorkshire region, you will be at the forefront of delivering major programs and portfolios, shaping the region's future and beyond.

Job Description

As part of the Estimating Hub, you’ll make a tangible impact by supporting regional, national, and international clients, either embedded in their teams or through tailored project engagements. Estimators within the business provide critical outputs that drive client decisions, including:

Comprehensive estimates, from high-level projections to detailed, first-principle builds Estimating assurance and support for major program setups Advanced data analysis and benchmarking

Key Responsibilities:

Deliver precise, detailed estimates and cost plans efficiently, ensuring project goals are met with accuracy and speed. Lead and manage the estimating process at the project level, driving quality and consistency. Independently produce high-quality estimates with minimal supervision, showcasing expertise and accountability. Collaborate to gather, refine, and share valuable estimating data, contributing to continuous improvement. Champion the development and promotion of best practices in estimating across the business. Contribute to achieving departmental goals, driving success for both clients and the organisation. Stay at the forefront of your technical field, providing expert advice and aligning with business objectives.

Qualifications and Experience

A strong professional background in Estimating or Quantity Surveying, supported by relevant qualifications and proven expertise. Demonstrated success in delivering estimating and/or quantity surveying services on large-scale, high-impact projects. Hands-on experience with leading estimating software tools, ensuring accuracy and efficiency. Membership in a recognized professional body, with chartered status or actively working towards achieving it. Preferred but not essential: Membership in RICS, CIOB, or A. Cost E, showcasing a commitment to excellence in the field.

This is your opportunity to leverage your skills, grow your professional standing, and make a lasting impact in a dynamic and rewarding environment.

Benefits:

Bonus (grade-specific) Pension Life Assurance Cover Private Medical Insurance 26 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays, and additional days for length of service You'll enjoy access to 100s of instant discounts for restaurants, shops, and the cinema. These include money off your weekly shop and discounts on gift/shopping vouchers. World-class training and development

Keywords: value engineering, estimator, estimating, estimating manager, water, rail, utilities, construction estimating, cost reporting, cost planning, construction management, project estimation, project bidding, quantity surveying, contract negotiation., Cost estimation, Water infrastructure, rail infrastructure, Capital project planning, Estimating software (e.g., CostX, Candy, Benchmarking tools), First-principles estimating, Risk and contingency analysis Procurement strategies, Tendering and bid preparation, Cost benchmarking and analysis, construction methods and technologies.