Estimator

Accenture UK & Ireland; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Soben, part of Accenture, is seeking an experienced Estimator to join our team in London. You will develop detailed cost estimates, analyse drawings, and provide commercial insights to support decision-making across project lifecycles.

Working with clients and project teams, you will identify risks and opportunities, maintain pricing models, mentor junior estimators, and contribute to continual improvement of estimating processes on major infrastructure and energy projects.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline.
• 8–10 years' estimating experience in large-scale projects.
• Experience delivering estimates for infrastructure, energy, commercial, or mission-critical projects.
• Strong knowledge of cost estimating principles and industry best practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates based on available design information.
• Analyse drawings, specifications and docs to identify cost drivers and risks.
• Develop and maintain pricing models and estimate databases.
• Conduct quantity take-offs and review technical documentation for estimates.
• Evaluate assumptions and identify commercial risks and opportunities.
• Source pricing information from suppliers and industry databases.
• Review benchmark data to keep estimates competitive and accurate.
• Collaborate with clients and project teams to understand scope and requirements.
• Support estimate updates and change reports with clear cost movements.
• Review contracts and assess impact of scope changes on budgets.
• Present cost information and recommendations to clients and senior stakeholders.
• Mentor and support junior estimators; contribute to process improvements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

Tools

CostX

Candy

Causeway

Job description

Estimator –

Grow Your Career with Us

At Soben part of Accenture, we believe our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to creating an environment where talented professionals can thrive, develop their expertise, and build rewarding careers.

Whether through challenging projects, mentoring opportunities, or continuous professional development, we encourage our people to take ownership of their growth, expand their capabilities, and make a meaningful impact. If you're looking to work on some of the world's most exciting projects while developing your career within a collaborative and high-performing team, we'd love to hear from you.

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced Estimator to join our team and play a critical role in the successful delivery of major projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing accurate cost estimates, analysing project information, and providing commercial insights to support informed decision‑making throughout the project lifecycle.

Working closely with clients, project managers, engineers, and other key stakeholders, you will identify risks and opportunities, evaluate cost implications, and ensure estimates are aligned with project objectives and market conditions. The role also involves supporting cost reporting, benchmarking activities, and mentoring junior team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates based on the level of design information available.
• Analyse drawings, specifications, and project documents to identify cost drivers and project risks.
• Develop and maintain accurate pricing models and estimate databases.
• Conduct quantity take-offs and review technical documentation to support estimate preparation.
• Evaluate estimate assumptions and identify potential commercial risks and opportunities.
• Source and validate pricing information from suppliers, subcontractors, contractors, and industry databases.
• Review historical benchmark data and market intelligence to ensure estimates remain competitive and accurate.
• Collaborate with clients and project delivery teams to understand project scope and requirements.
• Support the preparation of estimate updates and change reports, providing clear explanations of cost movements.
• Review contract documentation and assess the impact of scope changes on project budgets.
• Present cost information and recommendations to clients and senior stakeholders.
• Mentor and support the development of junior estimators within the team.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and best‑practice estimating processes.
• Undertake other duties as required to support business and project objectives.

Essential

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 8–10 years' experience in estimating, cost planning, or pre‑contract commercial roles.
• Demonstrated experience delivering estimates for large‑scale infrastructure, energy, commercial, or mission‑critical projects.
• Strong understanding of cost estimating principles, methodologies, and industry best practices.
• Experience leading or coordinating multidisciplinary estimating teams.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Strong stakeholder management and client‑facing experience.
• Proven ability to interpret complex technical documentation and convert it into accurate cost information.

Preferred

• Professional membership or accreditation such as MRICS, AACE, ACostE, or equivalent.
• Experience with estimating software such as CostX, Candy, Causeway, or similar platforms.
• Knowledge of BIM‑enabled estimating and digital cost management solutions.
• Experience using data‑driven estimating approaches and benchmark databases.