Cost Estimator

ZipRecruiter; Basingstoke; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Cost Estimator for a temporary role based in Hampshire. The position involves preparing detailed cost estimates and conducting market analyses, with a hybrid working model (2 days on-site). The ideal candidate has experience in cost estimation methodologies and strong analytical skills. Apply now to join a supportive and inclusive team.

Qualifications

• Experience in preparing cost estimates for services and construction.
• Ability to analyze cost trends and market data.
• Strong collaboration skills for working with engineering departments.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates based on technical specifications and materials.
• Conduct cost trends, price, and market analyses.
• Standardize systems and procedures for cost estimation.

Skills

Cost estimation methodologies

Market analysis

Price analysis

Cost benchmarking

Job description

Overview

We have a current opportunity for a Cost Estimator on a temporary basis. The position will be based in Hampshire.

We are looking for a Cost Estimator to join our client on a 12 month contract. 2 days a week in the office in Hampshire and 3 days WFH.

If interested please send CV in Word and availability.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the cost estimate of services, equipment, construction and other sub-contracted services based on the technical specifications and bills of materials developed by the Engineering Departments and collaborate with the Other Department when tender and cost information is required from suppliers and sub-contractors.
• Preparation of cost estimating methodology report narrative including description of methodologies, data sources, inclusions, exclusions, and all other main information covering cost estimating activities.
• Preparation of Capital Expenditures Cost Estimates (CAPEX) in line with Company provided engineering deliverables, Company requirements and with Company CBS.
• Cost trends analysis, price analysis, market analysis and cost benchmarking.
• Reviews of third-party estimates, review of Company estimates, analysis of estimates submitted by Company, estimate scaling up/down, estimate sensitivities.
• Ensure the development and standardisation of systems, procedure and cost estimating techniques and the analysis of current and past cost data for use in preparation of proposals and cost estimates.
• In conjunction with the Job Manager, check that the documented price information is in accordance with management sanction

How to apply

For further information about this position please apply.

Our role in supporting

As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on , , culture, educational and professional backgrounds, , , , and expression, , and , job classification and . In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment.