Estimator Lead

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Hinkley Point C is the UK’s first new build nuclear power station in a generation that is critical to the UK Net Zero targets.

All roles on the project require key behaviours which support the Zero Harm objective, a questioning attitude, and drive to uphold the standards of safety and quality required by this prestigious project. A committed strong work ethic is essential at all levels.

All candidates are expected to demonstrate their knowledge and experience where possible directly related to the criteria required for the role. It is acknowledged that previous Nuclear based experience will not always be possible, as such supporting with project research and how individual skills may be transferable will be important.

There are opportunities to put together strategic people plans within the nuclear sector, work on wider company people projects, deliver an excellent first class service to employees and ensure the administration and processes that engulf working life are implemented effectively and fairly.

As the Estimating Lead, you will be responsible for leading and managing the estimating function across both Mechanical and Electrical Building Services disciplines at Dalkia Engineering
- Nuclear. Reporting as a key member of the Dalkia Senior Management Team, you will provide strategic leadership, governance, commercial oversight, and technical guidance to the Mechanical and Electrical Estimators while ensuring the delivery of high-quality, competitive, and compliant tender submissions. The role will act as the primary interface between estimating, operations, commercial teams, supply chain partners, and clients, ensuring that all opportunities are appropriately assessed, resourced, priced, and reviewed to support the business's growth objectives.

You will lead the development of estimating best practice, drive continuous improvement, manage resource allocation across the estimating team, and represent Dalkia professionally with key stakeholders both internally and externally. This is a leadership role requiring a strong understanding of Mechanical, Electrical and integrated MEP Building Services, combined with excellent commercial acumen, strategic thinking, and stakeholder management skills.

• Lead, mentor, and develop the Mechanical and Electrical Estimators, providing clear direction, coaching, and performance management.
• Manage workload allocation across the estimating team to ensure effective resource planning and timely submission of tenders.
• Establish and maintain estimating standards, procedures, and governance processes.
• Support recruitment, succession planning, and talent development within the estimating team.
• Foster a high-performance culture focused on quality, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Promote a positive safety culture aligned with Dalkia and Hinkley Point C standards and expectations.
• Provide oversight of all mechanical and electrical estimates prior to submission.
• Review tender documentation to ensure scope completeness, risk identification, and pricing accuracy.
• Ensure consistency in estimating methodologies, labour allowances, productivity assumptions, and commercial mark‑ups.
• Chair internal tender review meetings and challenge estimates where necessary to maximise competitiveness and profitability.
• Ensure all estimates are fully aligned with contractual requirements, technical specifications, programme constraints, and client expectations.
• Maintain governance procedures including approval processes, tender settlement meetings, and authorisation documentation.