Cost Estimation Leader (Previous Relevant Experince is Required)

JR United Kingdom; Hemel Hempstead; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading technology company as a Cost Estimation Leader in Hemel Hempstead. This role involves ensuring accurate cost estimates for projects while collaborating with project management and engineering teams. The position offers a hybrid working arrangement and opportunities for professional growth within a diverse and inclusive culture.

Benefits

Attractive salary and car allowance

34 days holiday including public holidays

Company pension scheme

Family-friendly policies

Occupational health support

Discounts on cinema, restaurants, and shopping

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar estimating role.
• Strong foundation in cost modelling and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Support production and submission of accurate estimates.
• Manage estimating process at bid or project level.
• Prepare and present detailed cost breakdowns.

Skills

Excel

Mathematical Skills

Communication

Job description

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Cost Estimation Leader (Previous Relevant Experience is Required), Hemel Hempstead

Client: Telent

Location: Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Description:

Estimating Manager

At Telent, you will have the opportunity to be a part of something bigger. To keep things moving, to connect people. It's important work we do. Learning together, inspiring colleagues, and making the entire organisation better. Join us and help keep the nation's critical networks connected and protected 24/7.

Reporting to the Director of Rail, the Estimating Manager will be responsible for ensuring accurate and competitive cost estimates for new projects and schemes within the designated business sector. You will collaborate closely with project management and engineering teams to ensure all aspects of the project are considered and accurately costed.

This role offers a hybrid working arrangement, with occasional requirements to be in our Warwick Head Office.

What you’ll do:

• Support the production and submission of accurate and comprehensive estimates for projects in a timely manner.
• Manage the estimating process at bid, project, or scheme level.
• Challenge cost estimates produced by SMEs in Delivery and Engineering.
• Review project specifications, drawings, and documentation to prepare detailed cost estimates.
• Minimize selling costs and response times through standard processes and pricing tools.
• Prepare and present detailed cost breakdowns and pricing proposals.
• Collaborate with project managers and engineers to develop project plans and schedules.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and site visits to gather necessary information.

Who you are:

You will have proven experience in a similar estimating role, with a strong foundation in cost modelling and analysis. As an expert Excel user, you will combine technical proficiency with stakeholder management and communication skills to drive accurate decision-making.

Key Requirements:

• Experience in Transport, Utilities, Telecoms, Construction, or similar industries, providing estimating services in large projects or multiple workstreams.
• Expertise in Excel.
• Excellent mathematical skills.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Full clean driving license with flexibility to be in HQ as required.

What we offer:

A career at Telent offers opportunities across many sectors, roles, and technologies. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture that values diversity and allows everyone to thrive.

Additional benefits:

• Attractive salary and car allowance.
• 34 days holiday including public holidays, with options to buy or sell days, or 26 days plus public holidays with similar options.
• Company pension scheme.
• Family-friendly policies.
• Occupational health support and wellbeing portal.
• Discounts on cinema, restaurants, and shopping through Telent Reward scheme.

About Telent:

Telent is a leading technology company specializing in designing, building, supporting, and maintaining mission-critical communications and digital infrastructure across the UK. Join us to make a real impact and be part of a team dedicated to excellence and innovation.