At a Glance
- Tasks: Support complex defence programmes with accurate cost estimating and analysis.
- Company: Leading defence organisation in Bristol with a hybrid work model.
- Benefits: Competitive contract opportunity with potential for career growth.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities to engage with diverse teams.
- Why this job: Contribute to innovative projects that make a real difference in defence.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Cost Estimator in the defence sector and SC Security Clearance.
The predicted salary is between 42750 - 52250 £ per year.
We're recruiting for an experienced Cost Estimator to join a leading defence organisation in Bristol. This is an exciting opportunity to support the delivery of complex defence programmes by providing robust cost estimating, analysis and commercial insight across the project lifecycle.
Working alongside programme, engineering, commercial and finance teams, you'll play a key role in developing accurate cost estimates that inform strategic decision-making and support customer submissions.
- Support business cases, bids, proposals and investment decisions through robust cost analysis.
- Prepare estimates in line with Single Source Contract Regulations (SSCR) and Single Source Contract Office (SSRO) guidance where applicable.
- Analyse historical cost data and benchmark estimates to improve accuracy and confidence.
- Conduct cost and risk analysis, including sensitivity and uncertainty assessments.
- Work closely with engineering, commercial, finance and project teams to validate assumptions and ensure estimate credibility.
Demonstrable experience as a Cost Estimator or Cost Engineer within the defence sector.
Strong understanding of defence acquisition, programme delivery and cost estimating methodologies.
Ability to develop and maintain complex cost models using Excel and other estimating tools.
Comfortable engaging with technical, commercial and customer stakeholders.
Knowledge of risk analysis techniques and cost assurance processes would be advantageous.
Active SC Security Clearance is essential.
Opportunity to contribute to complex and innovative projects.
Competitive contract opportunity within a leading defence environment.
If you're an experienced Defence Cost Estimator with SC Clearance and SSRO experience, we'd love to hear from you.
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