Cost Estimator

Henderson Scott; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has emerged for a Cost Engineer to provide independent cost estimates that will guide decision-making for future projects over the next 20+ years. This role involves collaborating with senior stakeholders across various teams to define target costs that balance military capability and affordability. The successful candidate will leverage strong analytical skills and cost estimation techniques to ensure value-for-money proposals. If you are eager to influence key decisions in a dynamic environment, this role offers a unique chance to make a significant impact in the aviation and aerospace sector.

Qualifications

• Experience in cost estimating, manufacturing, or engineering is essential.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Develop independent cost estimates to support product development.
• Collaborate with teams to align scope with budget and maintain affordability.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Cost Estimating

Stakeholder Management

Tools

Cost Estimation Techniques

Job description

Experience needed: We are seeking an Engineer with a background in cost estimating, manufacturing, or engineering. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills and the ability to influence decision-making through robust cost estimates.

About the role:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Cost Engineer who will play a key role in delivering independent cost estimates to support decision-making for future concepts and programmes covering the next 20+ years. The role involves working on a diverse range of concepts and technologies, collaborating with senior stakeholders across various teams. You will help define target costs, balancing military capability and affordability to ensure value-for-money proposals for our customers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and provide independent cost estimates to support future product development and decision-making
• Collaborate with engineering and project teams to align scope with budget
• Support trade-off discussions between scope and cost to maintain affordability
• Work closely with key stakeholders, including Chief Engineers and Executives
• Contribute to cost modelling and estimation techniques to enhance decision-making
• Ensure estimates are data-driven and support UK MoD budget planning

What we need from you:

• Experience in cost estimating, manufacturing, or engineering
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to build relationships and influence key stakeholders
• Knowledge of cost estimation techniques (including parametric) would be beneficial

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Engineering, Finance, and Manufacturing

Industries

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, Defense and Space Manufacturing, and Manufacturing