Estimator

Morson Talent; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the energy sector seeks an Estimator to join their Project team on a contract basis at Somerset Energy & Innovation Centre. This hybrid role involves producing Estimating forecasts, collaborating with project controls, and applying governance principles. Ideal candidates will have strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a relevant educational background.

Qualifications

• Minimum HND or equivalent in project management, project controls, or engineering.
• Proven experience in Estimating and Change methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Produce and maintain Estimating and Change forecasts aligned with CBS/WBS.
• Assist in the Trend & Change process and generate key performance indicators.
• Deliver insights to aid decision-making across project controls.

Skills

Project controls methodologies

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Education

HND or equivalent qualification in project management

Qualification in project controls or engineering

Tools

Estimating software (e.g., P6, ARM)

Job description

Location: Somerset Energy & Innovation Centre, Bridgwater, Somerset

Status: Contract (renewable) - INSIDE IR35

Hybrid working option: 2-3 days office attendance and balance worked remotely/from home

Morson Talent are working with a major player in the Energy sector who have an urgent requirement for an Estimator to join their existing Project team on a CONTRACT basis. This is an opportunity to gain experience on a nationally significant infrastructure Project which will ultimately comprise part of the UK's energy mix into the future. This is a full time role offered on a hybrid basis. Competitive all-inclusive daily rates - inside IR35.

Job Purpose / Overview

• Working as key aspect of an Integrated Project Controls (Estimating and Change) team - the team aims to act as a centre of excellence for project controls implementation.
• The team acts as the intelligent owners of the single source of delivery performance information, operating as an integrated enabler for the successful delivery of the Project.
• The Estimator will work as part of a matrix organisation supporting one of the following programmes/areas within the Project: Central, Site, Engineering, MEH, Nuclear Island (NI), Conventional Island and Balance of Plant, Instrumentation and Controls, and Commissioning.
• They will work with other members of the Estimating and Change team supporting the implementation of Estimating and Change specific processes and framework across the Project.
• They will follow all governance arrangements for Integrated Project Controls providing effective reporting of Estimating and Change information in a timely and accurate manner.

Principal Accountabilities

• Produce and maintain accurate Estimating and Change forecasts and Estimating data in alignment with the Cost Breakdown Structure or Work Breakdown Structure (CBS/WBS)
• Accurately maintain all Estimating data for their area of responsibility within the Estimating software system e.g. P6, ARM etc.
• Co-ordinate and produce Estimating reports to a defined reporting cycle, including commentary on key time-related drivers and performance issues
• Assist in the Trend & Change process, including analysis at Project level, generating performance indicators and providing feedback on areas of risk and opportunities.
• Delivers clear and concise insights to support robust decision-making utilising commercial and technical information to influence decisions.
• Analytical support for Senior Estimators and Lead Estimators through robust analysis and interpretation of technical, financial, and performance data to facilitate prioritisation and any necessary actions.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with colleagues within and across organisational boundaries
• Applying fundamental project and business project controls principles and interfaces with wider management processes.
• Help promote and embed a culture of good governance, risk awareness and compliance across the organisation. Support the education of project controls reporting functionality and provide feedback and recommendations for improvement.

Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications & Experience
Knowledge & Skills

• Understanding of project controls methodologies and techniques.
• High attention to detail, ensuring accuracy of outputs and validity of quality data.
• Analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Effectively communicates complex issues and concepts (unique insights) in simple ways, to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• High standard of interpersonal skills
• Collaboration with colleagues within and across organisational boundaries to achieve mutually successful outcomes.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of HND or equivalent qualification in project management, project controls, engineering, or another related field
• Proven experience of Estimating and Change include the tools and a variety of techniques used to delivery project insight and assess performance