Cost Estimator

Brandon James Limited; West End; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Brandon James in London seeks a Cost Estimator to support infrastructure and cost intelligence work on major projects. You will prepare detailed estimates, analyse costs, monitor variances and contribute to financial reporting across utilities, water, energy and rail sectors.

Applicants from cost estimating or cost intelligence backgrounds with strong data analytics and NEC contract understanding are encouraged to apply. Degree holders or those pursuing MRICS/CaSA are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Experience in cost estimating, cost planning or cost intelligence.
• Strong data analytics, numerical and problem-solving skills.
• Ideally, experience in utilities, water, energy, power transmission or rail infrastructure.
• Pre-contract experience and an understanding of construction contracts (NEC preferred).
• Strong communication, report-writing and presentation skills.
• Degree qualified and/or working towards MRICS or CaSA is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage detailed cost estimates, cost plans and project budgets.
• Undertake cost benchmarking, market analysis and evaluation of historical cost data.
• Monitor project costs, identify budget variances and provide accurate financial reporting.
• Assess project risks and contingencies and the financial impact of design changes.
• Liaise with clients, project teams, suppliers and subcontractors.
• Support the development of cost intelligence processes for major infrastructure programmes.

Skills

Data analytics

Numerical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

MRICS / CaSA (advantage)

Job description

Cost Estimator - Infrastructure / Cost Intelligence

Location: London
Salary: £50,000-£70,000

An exciting opportunity has arisen for Estimators and Cost Intelligence professionals to join a leading construction and property consultancy in London.

Working within a dedicated Cost Estimating and Cost Intelligence team, you will contribute to high-profile infrastructure projects across sectors including utilities, water, energy, power transmission and rail. The business is keen to speak with candidates at various levels who have strong analytical and data interpretation skills, with relevant sector experience highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage detailed cost estimates, cost plans and project budgets.
• Undertake cost benchmarking, market analysis and evaluation of historical cost data.
• Monitor project costs, identify budget variances and provide accurate financial reporting.
• Assess project risks, contingencies and the financial impact of design changes.
• Liaise with clients, project teams, suppliers and specialist subcontractors.
• Support the development of cost intelligence processes and contribute to the delivery of major infrastructure programmes.

Requirements

• Experience in cost estimating, cost planning or cost intelligence.
• Strong data analytics, numerical and problem-solving skills.
• Ideally, experience within utilities, water, energy, power transmission or rail infrastructure.
• Pre-contract experience and an understanding of construction contracts, preferably NEC.
• Strong communication, report-writing and presentation skills.
• Degree qualified and/or working towards a professional qualification such as MRICS or CaSA is advantageous but not essential.

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity to join an established consultancy offering exposure to a diverse range of infrastructure projects, alongside ongoing training, professional development and opportunities for career progression.

Candidates from both traditional estimating and cost intelligence backgrounds are encouraged to apply.