Estimator

An excellent Estimator job with a leading construction consultancy, working within a Complex Infrastructure team delivering estimating and cost advisory services across transport, energy and wider infrastructure projects.
You will prepare robust Class 5 to Class 1 estimates, support bids and proposals, and collaborate with multi-disciplinary project teams while enjoying flexible working and great career development.
Willingness to travel 2-3 working days per week/fortnight. Salary up to £60k+.
This Surrey estimating job offers exposure to complex UK infrastructure portfolios, including transport, rail, highways, local authority works, energy, nuclear, renewables, power, water, defence, and aviation.
Responsibilities and Duties Prepare and own estimates from early feasibility through detailed design using first-principles where appropriate
Produce Class 5 to Class 1 estimates and associated basis-of-estimate narratives
Complete and review quantity take-offs using recognised methods of measurement
Use client benchmarking, in-house and market data to build and validate estimates
Assess indirects, preliminaries, and overheads; structure estimates to agreed CBS/WBS formats
Contribute to bids and proposals; support work-winning activity as needed
Lead/participate in internal peer reviews and quality assurance checks prior to submission
Present estimating outputs clearly to internal stakeholders and clients; manage queries and clarifications
Support risk and contingency development in collaboration with project controls and QS teams
Use estimating software and standard office applications to a competent level
Maintain estimating data, norms, and lessons learned for continuous improvement
Desired Skills and Experience 5-10 years of experience as an Estimator within infrastructure (e.g, rail, highways, energy, water) on the consultancy or contractor side is ideal
Strong grasp of measurement, take-off, and first-principles build-ups
Confidence in stakeholder engagement and excellent client-facing abilities
Competence in structuring estimates, indirects, and cost breakdown structures
Good understanding of risk, uncertainty, contingency, and how they influence budgets
Clear, concise communicator able to work with designers, engineers, and project managers
Familiarity with common estimating tools/software and benchmarking approaches
Stakeholder management skills and the ability to work across multiple live commissions
Qualifications/Educational Requirements Degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Construction or similar (or equivalent experience)
Working towards or holding chartership with RICS, ACostE, AACE, ICE (desirable)
Eligibility for security clearance may be advantageous on some projects
Employing Company Overview and Profile Maxim Recruitment is supporting a respected construction consultancy with a strong track record delivering estimating and cost advisory services on flagship UK infrastructure programmes.
The business offers a collaborative culture, high-quality professional development, and a diverse portfolio across transport, energy, and wider complex infrastructure.
A full client overview will be given to shortlisted candidates.
Additional Benefits Package and Incentives Professional development and chartership support
Hugh Duffield is our specialist consultant managing this position
(Office hours 8.30am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday)
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