Estimator, Engineering, Civil Engineering

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed analysis of cost estimates and forecasts provided by others.
• Analyse drawings, specifications, and scope documents to ensure comprehensive coverage of the DPs product.
• Ensure alignment with LTC cost estimating protocols and governance.
• Benchmark costs against similar major projects (e.g. HS2, Tideway, Crossrail
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• Work closely with delivery partners, design consultants, and client representatives.
• Support the development of Basis of Estimate (BoE) documentation and estimating plans for PCF stage gates and investment reviews.
• Maintain audit trails and documentation for all estimating activities.
• Support risk and contingency assessments.
• Use industry-standard tools (e.g. CostX, Candy, Excel, BIM-integrated platforms).
• Promote innovation in digital estimating and automation.

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or Construction Management, or similar.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in estimating roles on major infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience in estimating on infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with IPA Cost Estimating Guidance, DfT TAG, and Green Book principles.
• Knowledge and/or practice of QCRA, QSRA, Risk workshops, managing and determining forms of risk.
• Excellent analytical and numerical skills.
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Strong capability in first principles estimating and structured Basis of Estimate documentation.
• Proficiency in estimating software (e.g., CostX, PRISM, Excel-based models) and integration with planning and risk tools.
• Ability to use benchmarking data and market data to validate and challenge estimates.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support, as a certified Inclusive Recruiter and Armed Forces friendly employer.