Assistant Estimator

ENGINEERINGUK; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the exciting journey of one of the UK's largest nuclear projects at Sizewell C! This dynamic role as an Assistant Estimator involves supporting the lead Estimator and Head of Estimating in developing estimates for the Civil Works Programme. You will engage with stakeholders, prepare accurate costing sheets, and assist in negotiations, all while contributing to a project that values innovation, safety, and sustainability. If you're ready to shape the future of energy and work in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Estimator from a commercial or operational background.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support production of estimates in accordance with SZC policies.
• Review drawings to prepare accurate costing sheets for materials and labor.

Skills

Estimating

Numerical Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Tools

Estimating Software Candy

Job description

Assistant Estimator -SZC Project (Sizewell C)

Location: London, UK

Join the exciting journey of one of the UK's largest nuclear projects at Sizewell C! We are looking for a dynamic and results-driven Assistant Estimator to support developing estimates from first principles associated with the Civil Works Programme of the Sizewell C Project.

This is a key role which involves working closely with the lead Estimator and Head of Estimating to ensure consistency in approach set out by the client. You will be supporting other Estimators with stakeholder management producing estimates across planning and procurement. Additionally, you will assist with supporting presentations, negotiations and justifying prices to both senior leaders within the business and external partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Support production of estimates in accordance with the SZC policies and procedures.
• Review SZC's drawings and specifications to prepare accurate costing sheets for materials, labour and equipment.
• Code and develop pricing in accordance with coding conventions set up on the project.
• Develop from first principles labour, plant material, subcontract pricing within the Contractor's Estimating Software Candy.
• Record assumptions and identify risks and opportunities including supporting developing the risk evaluation from a pricing/budgetary point of view.
• Liaise with members of the project team & supply chain to develop and understand methodologies and principles proposed.

What skills & experience are we looking for?

• Proven experience as an Estimator from a commercial or operation background.
• Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Infrastructure Main Contractor experience ideally in the rail civil engineering market would be desirable.

Don't match all the criteria? We are open and always happy to hear from people with transferable skill sets and a commitment to learning.

Why SZC?

This is your chance to contribute to one of the UK's most ambitious infrastructure projects, shaping the future of energy while working in a supportive, dynamic environment. Be part of a team that values innovation, safety, and sustainability at every stage of the journey-from investment to construction and beyond.