Managing Estimator (PR-1562176) Kesgrave, England

Salary: GBP900 - GBP950 per day + Inside IR35, umbrella

Are you an experienced estimating leader looking to make your mark on a 'once in a generation' major infrastructure project? I am currently partnering with a leading international infrastructure group who are leading the transformation of our industry to meet the challenges of the future to secure a highly capable Managing Estimator. We are seeking a proven professional to guide a newly formed team and help deliver a monumental project that will provide clean energy to 6 million homes.

Package:

  • Rate: £900- £950 per day (Umbrella, inside IR35).

  • Contract Duration: ASAP to 31/05/2027, with the potential for further extensions.

  • Working Hours: 42 hours per week, structured as 8.5-hour days.

  • Location: Hybrid working with 3 days per week required in either the London (Waterloo/Becket House) or Ipswich office. You must ensure office cover between 10am and 5pm on your in-office days.

The Role:

  • You will manage a multi-skill level estimating team of around 10 people, ranging from estimators to senior estimators.

  • Your core focus will be developing cost planning and pricing for the Alliance Services and Plant & Logistics section of the project.

  • You will report directly to the CWA Head of Estimating to ensure a consistent estimating approach.

  • The role involves presenting, negotiating, and justifying prices in an open and honest manner to senior leaders and partners.

  • You will oversee the development of pricing from first principles within the Alliance’s estimating software, Candy.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

  • Main Contractor experience within infrastructure, ideally within the civil engineering sector
  • Strong estimating background with experience using Candy Estimating Software
  • Experience using RIB CostX for quantification and estimating
  • Experience working with AACE Estimating Class principles and the associated levels of estimate maturity

 

If you are an engaged leader ready to take on this challenge, please submit your CV today to arrange a confidential discussion.