2027 Estimating Graduate

targetjobs UK; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Laing O'Rourke is launching its Graduate Development Programme to nurture ambitious graduates in the construction and engineering sectors. You’ll work on early stage project costs, affordability assessments and pricing strategies to help secure future project pipelines.

The role supports external supply chain partners and internal teams, developing skills across cost plans, project delivery and professional accreditation as you progress toward leadership roles in the industry.

Qualifications

• Graduates with maths, sciences or engineering backgrounds are suitable.
• Interest in cost estimation and project budgeting is expected.
• Open to roles across multiple UK locations and travel when required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in building early stage cost forecast calculations and reports.
• Support cost planning and benchmarking activities for ongoing projects.

Skills

Cost forecasting

Cost planning

Benchmarking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

At Laing O'Rourke, we deliver complex engineering and construction projects that shape the built environment. We are looking for talented and motivated individuals to join our Early Talent programmes and help drive innovation across our business. We're seeking ambitious graduates who are ready to make an impact. If you're passionate, curious and eager to challenge the status quo, you'll help us drive innovation, transform our industry and shape the future of construction and engineering.

About The Programme

Through Laing O'Rourke's Graduate Development Programme, we help graduates gain practical experience, achieve professional accreditation and build the skills needed to become future leaders in the construction and engineering industry. Our Early Talent Programme will enable you to expand your networks, achieve professional and personal development, gain exposure to a variety of projects and disciplines, and develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to build a successful and rewarding career.

What Professional Accreditation Can Be Achieved Through This Role

CIOB

Role Overview And The Purpose Of The Role

The role is vital in assessing and informing early stage project costs and affordability assessments. Helping Laing O'Rourke secure our future pipeline of projects and offer our Clients best value for money solutions.

It harnesses the power of both our external supply chain partners and internal self delivery colleagues to accurately forecast costs spanning from development of cost plans to detailed pricing project costs prior to contract.

Key Responsibilities – What You'll Do

The role is vital in assessing and informing early stage project costs and affordability assessments. Helping Laing O'Rourke secure our future pipeline of projects and offer our Clients best value for money solutions.

It harnesses the power of both our external supply chain partners and internal self delivery colleagues to accurately forecast costs spanning from development of cost plans to detailed pricing project costs prior to contract.

• Assist in building up early stage project cost forecast calculations and reports, cost planning and benchmarking.

Teams And Departments This Role Will Interact With Most

Commercial, Surveying, Planning, Delivery roles

The Following Degree Subjects Are Suitable For This Role

Maths, Sciences, Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying.

Additional Information

Location: Dartford, Sale, Birmingham

We are recruiting for locations that we anticipate having Early Talent roles for at the time of our next programme commencement. Please note that due to the nature of the business, there could be changes to locations noted.

Our projects are based across the UK (National) so you'll need to be prepared to be flexible about where you work. Depending on project requirements, this may involve travelling, staying away from home during the week, or relocating closer to a project site. In return, you'll gain valuable experience working on a variety of projects, helping you develop your skills and broaden your career opportunities.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all candidates. If you require any adjustments or support with your application, or at any stage of the process, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Application Process

Please note: Due to the anticipated level of interest, we may close applications before the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received. We encourage you to apply early to ensure your application is considered.