Cost Estimation Leader (Previous Relevant Experince is Required)

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

Job summary

Join a leading technology company as an Estimating Manager in Leicester. You'll ensure accurate cost estimates for critical projects, collaborating with teams to drive efficiency and effectiveness. This hybrid role offers opportunities for skill development and a supportive work culture. Enjoy attractive benefits, including a competitive salary and generous holiday options, while being part of a diverse team committed to excellence.

Benefits

Attractive salary and car allowance

34 days holiday

Company pension scheme

Family-friendly policies

Occupational health support

Discounts through Telent Reward scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in estimating role with strong cost modeling.
• Expert Excel user with excellent stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Excel

Mathematical Skills

Communication

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12.05.2025

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26.06.2025

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Job Description:

Estimating Manager Warwick, Warwickshire, United Kingdom (Hybrid)

At Telent, you will have the opportunity to be 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 in the designated business sector. You will collaborate closely with project management and engineering teams to ensure all aspects of the project are considered and costed accurately.

This is a hybrid role, 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.
• Control and 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 the cost of selling and response time using standard processes and pricing tools where appropriate.
• Prepare and present detailed cost breakdowns and pricing proposals at cost reviews.
• Collaborate with project managers and engineers to develop project plans and schedules.
• Attend pre-bid meetings, site visits, etc., to gather necessary information.

Who you are:

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

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience in Transport / Utilities / Telecoms / Construction industries, providing estimating services in large projects or multiple workstreams.
• Expertise in Excel.
• Excellent mathematical skills.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, suitable for office, site, and client/sub-contractor environments.
• 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, technologies, and clients, enabling skill development and impact. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture that values diversity and allows everyone to thrive.

The additional benefits include:

• Attractive salary and car allowance.
• 34 days holiday, including public holidays, with options to buy or sell days annually, or 26 days 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.

Learn more about Telent:

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We are passionate about fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and reach their full potential. Our teams reflect the diverse communities we serve.

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About Us

Telent is a leading technology company specializing in design, build, support, and maintenance, with decades of experience in mission-critical communications and digital infrastructure. Our work helps connect communities using the best technology and innovation. Join us to make a real impact and be part of a dedicated team of over 3,000 professionals committed to excellence.

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Our values and behaviors include:

• Be Inclusive
• Take Responsibility
• Collaborate
• Be Customer-focused