At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team to estimate costs for the Sizewell C power station project.
- Company: Join the Civil Works Alliance, shaping the UK's energy future.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous leave, pension scheme, and flexible benefits.
- Other info: Diverse workplace with strong values and excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on clean energy for millions of homes.
- Qualifications: Experience in estimating, proficient in Excel and estimating software.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Help Shape the UKs Energy Future. Lead Estimator Opportunity with the Civil Works Alliance (CWA), Supporting Sizewell C.
As part of the CWA (Civil Works Alliance), you will support the building of Sizewell C. Sizewell C will be a 3.2-gigawatt power station generating low-carbon electricity for around 6 million homes and will play a key role in our energy future, supplying reliable, clean electricity for at least 60 years.
Responsibilities include:
- Managing a multi-skill level estimating team (Senior Estimator, Estimator, Assistant Estimator) to develop both cost planning and pricing for the Alliance Services and Plant & Logistics section of the project.
- Feeding into the Head of Estimating on the project to ensure consistency in estimating approach set out by the client.
- Stakeholder management to produce the Estimate e.g., planning, procurement etc.
- Presenting, negotiating and justifying prices produced in an open and honest manner to both senior leaders within the business and/or external customers/partners.
Requirements:
- Proficient in the use of excel and similar software.
- Experienced estimating background using Candy Estimating Software.
- Experienced estimating background using RIB Cost X Quantification & Estimating Software.
- Mobile and flexible.
- Infrastructure Main Contractor background ideally in the Civil engineering market.
- Commercial or operational background considered.
The CWA is a single delivery organisation made up of the client (Sizewell C) and three parent companies - Balfour Beatty, Bouygues and Laing O'Rourke - which offer industry leading packages including market leading salaries, generous annual leave entitlements, pension scheme and other flexible benefits.
The CWA celebrates the creativity and innovation that comes from a diverse workforce, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds especially those from under-represented communities. Our project is built on five core values: We encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
If you decide to apply, please avoid including sensitive personal data in your CV.
Lead Estimator (Contract) in London employer: CWA: Civil Works Alliance
CWA: Civil Works Alliance is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises collaboration and innovation in the engineering sector. Employees benefit from comprehensive growth opportunities and the chance to contribute to a landmark project that will play a crucial role in the UK's transition to sustainable energy. Located in Leiston, Suffolk, this position not only provides a meaningful career path but also allows you to be part of a team dedicated to shaping a greener future for millions.
