Project Cost Estimator

Help us to make a world of difference

Urenco is a global leader in the production of low‑carbon energy, playing a critical role in delivering secure, reliable nuclear fuel solutions worldwide. We are focused on enabling the sustainable generation of electricity for customers around the world while operating to the highest environmental, social, and regulatory standards.

In addition, as part of a strategically important industry, Urenco is now required to support the UK Government in exploring options to re‑establish nuclear fuel capabilities to produce reactor fuel for defence purposes.

To support this new project, we are seeking a Project Cost Estimator to join our team at our Capenhurst/Birchwood site. In this role, you will work within our Government Services function as a key interface between site teams and Group stakeholders to ensure effective planning, coordination, and delivery across complex programmes.

You will be responsible for developing accurate and robust project cost estimates that support investment decisions and project delivery. Working closely with project teams and stakeholders, you will ensure estimates reflect project scope, risks, schedules, and commercial considerations throughout the project lifecycle.

You will provide estimating expertise across major capital projects, supporting project development, business case preparation, change assessments, and cost assurance activities to enable informed decision-making and successful project delivery.

At Urenco, we’re committed to helping you be your best. If you feel you meet some, but not all, of what we’re looking for, we still encourage you to apply. We believe in embracing the passion and potential of our people and offer market‑leading training, development, coaching, and mentoring opportunities from some of the brightest minds in the industry.

• Develop and maintain project cost estimates using recognised estimating methodologies.
• Produce probabilistically modelled cost estimates to support investment decisions.
• Develop counter‑estimates to validate supplier submissions and project proposals.

• Assess the cost impact of project changes, risks, and opportunities.
• Support the development of Capital Expenditure Proposals and business cases.
• Provide cost estimating expertise throughout project development and execution.

• Carry out peer reviews and estimate assurance activities.
• Promote estimating best practices, standards, and methodologies.
• Support lessons learned, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Professional Cost Estimating qualification (AACE or equivalent) desirable.

• Significant experience in project cost estimating for major capital projects.
• Experience supporting large‑scale projects and developing robust cost estimates.
• Experience of brownfield projects, turnarounds, shutdowns, or outage activities.

• Strong understanding of cost estimating methodologies and probabilistic modelling.
• Ability to interpret technical documentation and develop reliable cost estimates.
• Strong analytical, commercial, and stakeholder management skills.

• Detail‑oriented and analytical approach.
• Collaborative and customer focused.
• Committed to continuous improvement and delivery excellence.

More than just a job, we offer a future. More than just a place to work, we provide an opportunity to prosper.

As a valued member of our team, you will receive:

• Generous Annual Leave
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  Starting at 25 days, increasing by one day every two years (up to 30 days), plus 13 additional flexible days. Option to buy or sell up…