Remote Estimator (Utilities)

Remote Estimator (Utilities)

Full-Time 40000 - 50000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Create accurate cost estimates for exciting water projects and collaborate with diverse teams.
  • Company: Established delivery organisation in the UK water sector with a supportive culture.
  • Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible working, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: 9-month contract with potential for career advancement in a dynamic environment.
  • Why this job: Join a vital industry and contribute to sustainable water solutions while developing your skills.
  • Qualifications: Experience in estimating and a passion for civil works in the water sector.

The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 Β£ per year.

Your new company

You will be working with a well-established delivery organisation operating within the UK water sector, supporting a long-term, regulated programme of infrastructure works. The business delivers a wide range of water and wastewater projects and offers a stable pipeline of work within a collaborative commercial and engineering environment.

Your new role

As an Estimator, you will play a key role in supporting the commercial delivery of water sector projects, with a strong emphasis on civil works. In addition to traditional estimating responsibilities, you will be involved in cost planning and options pricing, supporting early-stage project development and helping shape commercial decision-making. The role is based in Brighton and is offered on an inside IR35 basis, with a contract duration of 9 months+.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Producing accurate cost estimates for water and wastewater projects.
  • Developing cost plans and options pricing to support feasibility studies and early design stages.
  • Reviewing drawings, specifications, and evolving scopes of work.
  • Building detailed cost breakdowns, allowances, and risk assessments.
  • Working collaboratively with engineering, commercial, and delivery teams.
  • Supporting framework pricing activities and tender submissions.

What you'll need to succeed

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Remote Estimator (Utilities) employer: Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited

Join a leading delivery organisation in the UK water sector, where you will benefit from a stable pipeline of work and a collaborative environment that fosters professional growth. With a strong focus on civil works, this role offers unique opportunities for involvement in early-stage project development and commercial decision-making, all while being based in the vibrant city of Brighton. Enjoy a supportive work culture that values teamwork and innovation, making it an excellent place for meaningful and rewarding employment.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited

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We think you need these skills to ace Remote Estimator (Utilities)

Cost Estimation
Cost Planning
Options Pricing
Civil Works Knowledge
Drawing Review
Specification Analysis
Risk Assessment