Estimator

Aldwych Consulting; Warwick; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Private healthcare

Life assurance

Pension scheme

Gym membership

Hybrid working

Professional development

Career progression

Collaborative team

National infrastructure projects

Job summary

Aldwych Consulting in Warwickshire seeks an experienced Estimator to join a forward-thinking client-side construction team delivering major infrastructure projects across the UK. This hybrid role offers exposure to high-value schemes and collaborative planning.

You will produce detailed cost estimates, take-offs and cost forecasts, work with managers, consultants and supply chain partners, and support budgeting and business case development throughout project delivery.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an Estimator role within construction or infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of cost planning and procurement routes.
• Proficient in estimating software and MS Office.
• Excellent analytical, numerical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management.
• Degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering or related field desirable.
• Professional accreditation or estimating certification advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates from drawings, specs and docs.
• Produce quantity take-offs and cost breakdowns across disciplines.
• Use estimating software and market data to forecast costs.
• Engage with project managers, designers, engineers and suppliers.
• Assess subcontractor quotations for value and compliance.
• Support budgeting, planning and business case development.
• Monitor costs and provide ongoing commercial support.

Skills

Estimator experience

Cost planning principles

Estimating software

Microsoft Office

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Education

Construction Management/Quantity Surveying/Engineering degree

Tools

Estimating software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Estimator

Client-Side Construction Team | Warwickshire | Hybrid Working

Are you an experienced Estimator looking to join a forward-thinking client-side construction team delivering major infrastructure projects across the UK?

We are working with an innovative and highly regarded organisation that is committed to delivering complex, high-value projects to the highest standards. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an Estimator to play a key role in supporting project planning and commercial decision‑making across a diverse portfolio of infrastructure developments.

The Role

As an Estimator, you will be responsible for producing accurate and comprehensive cost estimates throughout the project lifecycle. Working closely with project managers, consultants, engineers and contractors, you will help ensure projects are commercially viable, competitively procured, and delivered within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates by reviewing drawings, specifications and project documentation.
• Produce quantity take-offs and cost breakdowns across a range of construction disciplines.
• Utilise estimating software, market intelligence and historical cost data to develop accurate forecasts.
• Engage with project managers, designers, engineers and supply chain partners to gather information and validate assumptions.
• Assess subcontractor and supplier quotations to ensure value, compliance and competitiveness.
• Participate in site visits, tender reviews, stakeholder meetings and commercial negotiations.
• Support project budgeting, planning and business case development through the provision of accurate cost advice.
• Monitor project costs and provide ongoing commercial support throughout delivery.

About You

• Proven experience in an Estimator role within the construction or infrastructure sector.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, materials, procurement routes and cost planning principles.
• Proficient in estimating software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent analytical, numerical and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and the ability to work to tight deadlines.
• Degree qualified in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering or a related discipline is desirable.
• Professional accreditation or estimating‑related certification would be advantageous.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and annual bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits package including private healthcare, life assurance, pension scheme, death‑in‑service cover and complimentary gym membership.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Collaborative, supportive and high‑performing team environment.
• Opportunity to work on nationally significant infrastructure projects.

If you're looking to develop your career within a client‑side environment and contribute to the successful delivery of major UK infrastructure schemes, we'd love to hear from you.

Main Improvements

• Stronger opening focused on career opportunity and project exposure.
• More engaging and less repetitive language.
• Client‑side and infrastructure focus brought to the forefront.
• Streamlined responsibilities and qualifications for better readability.
• Enhanced benefits section to strengthen candidate attraction.

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.