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Estimator - Highways

  • Location:

    London, Greater London

  • Sector:

    Construction

  • Job type:

    Permanent

  • Salary:

    £50,000 - £80,000 per annum + bonus, package

  • Job ref:

    JN -102024-82761_1730117718

  • Published:

    28 October 2024

  • Expiry date:

    27 December 2024

Job Title: Estimator
Sector: Major Highways
Salary: Up to £80,000 plus a comprehensive benefits package

About the Client & Role

Cobalt is partnering with a global, Tier 1 contractor renowned for driving innovative infrastructure that supports communities and promotes sustainable development for future generations. We are seeking an Estimator to join their dynamic commercial team, contributing to high-impact highways projects.

Role Purpose

As an Estimator, you'll work closely with the Managing and Senior Estimators to develop estimates based on first principles for civil components of complex, multi-discipline highways projects across various stages. You'll play a key role in formulating pricing strategies, and you'll support presentations, negotiations, and transparent pricing discussions with both internal senior leaders and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare estimates in alignment with company policies and standards.

  • Analyze client drawings and specifications to generate accurate cost estimates for materials, labor, and equipment.

  • Evaluate design options and "value" solutions to identify project feasibility using core estimating principles.

  • Document assumptions, pinpoint risks and opportunities, and assist in developing risk assessments from a budgetary perspective.

  • Collaborate with project teams and the supply chain to gain a thorough understanding of proposed methodologies and principles.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Lead small to mid-sized bids, ensuring the timely and precise preparation of tender documentation.

  • Review and analyze design options, preparing accurate cost assessments for materials, labor, and equipment.

  • Ensure adherence to pre-construction gate processes and other company procedures.

  • Examine tender documents, ensuring all financial information and compliant design proposals are complete.

  • Set and agree on key rates, working with engineering and planning teams to finalize key methodologies and equipment selection.

  • Perform detailed reviews of subcontractor proposals.

Working Arrangements

Our client offers a flexible hybrid working model, requiring a minimum of three days in the office. Office locations include Dartford, Leatherhead, and South Mimms, and the location can be flexible to accommodate your preference.

Ideal Candidate

  • Solid background in infrastructure main contracting.

  • Prior experience in estimating, with a commercial or operational background considered an advantage.

  • Working towards, or already chartered with, a recognized professional body (e.g., ICE, CICES, RICS, CIOB) is highly desirable.

  • Proficiency in Candy Estimating Software is beneficial but not essential.

  • Strong financial acumen with attention to detail in analyzing complex data and documentation.

  • Proficient in general IT applications, particularly Word and Excel.

If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, please apply with your most recent CV.