Lead Estimator

Role Overview

My client who are a global construction consultancy are looking to hire a Lead Estimator to join their London team.

Working on large scale Infrastructure projects across the UK and Europe, you will help shape the success of the projects, whilst leading and inspiring the estimating team.

The Role

As Lead Estimator, you'll deliver high quality estimating and cost planning services across major infrastructure programmes (Aviation, Energy, Highways & Rail).

Managing complex estimates, guide design, decisions and ensure commercial viability through robust cost analysis

Responsibilities

You will help foster a culture of continuous improvement, whilst reviewing team outputs to ensure excellence in delivery. Responsible for constructing bids and proposals for new work, actively identifying cross-selling opportunities, and representing the company in client and consultant interfaces throughout all stages of a project.

As you progress towards Director level, you'll follow a structured development pathway and meet performance milestones, taking ownership of P&L for a defined segment of the infrastructure business.

Championing innovation and best practice across the estimating discipline.

Duties

* Manage the estimating and cost planning process across full project life cycles

* Develop and implement estimating strategies, ensuring compliance and consistency

* Prepare initial cost plans at pre-concept and concept stages, refining through to detailed design

* Apply deep sector knowledge and leverage market data for robust forecasting

* Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver sector-specific solutions

* Line management and mentor high-performing teams locally and nationally

Experience required

* Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field (preferred)

* Chartered or working towards RICS or equivalent

* High standard of estimating or quantity surveying experience (consultancy or contractor background)

* Proven experience on major infrastructure programmes (Aviation, Energy, Highways, Rail)

* Operational finance and internal project reporting experience

* Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage staff effectively

* Role model for junior staff and advocate for best practices in estimating

What they offer

This role is a great opportunity for somebody looking to progress to Director level, as they offer a structure pathway to Director.

You will have real influence on business strategy, whilst working on landmark projects that help shape communities and economies.

Working within a collaborative, innovative and supportive environment, the company offer a competitive salary, benefits and real opportunities for advancement.

The role is Hybrid a mix of WFH, Office and Client site.

If this sounds like you –  now to apply