Estimator - Energy & Natural Resources

TURNER & TOWNSEND; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services firm in Manchester is seeking an experienced Estimator. The role involves producing detailed resource-based estimates for electrical engineering projects. Candidates should have relevant experience and qualifications in Estimating or Quantity Surveying. A strong understanding of construction projects and proficiency in estimating software is essential. This company promotes a flexible and inclusive working environment.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Qualified in Estimating or Quantity Surveying with proven experience.
• Wide experience of construction projects.
• Understanding of project management and estimating processes.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate estimates for projects in a timely manner.
• Manage the estimating process at project level.
• Contribute to departmental objectives and best practices.

Skills

Estimating

Quantity Surveying

Construction Project Management

Risk and Investment Processes

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or associated field

Membership of RICS/CIOB/A. Cost E.

Tools

RIB Construction Suite/iTWO

Job description

Company Description

At Turner & Townsend we’re passionate about making the difference. That means delivering better outcomes for our clients, helping our people to realize their potential, and doing our part to create a prosperous society.

Every day we help our major global clients deliver ambitious and highly technical projects, in over 110 offices worldwide.

Job Description

We are looking to recruit Estimators with proven Transmission and Distribution experience to undertake duties on a number of high profile EHV, HV and LV electrical engineering projects. Projects spanning utilities, renewable power, traction power, water/wastewater and other industries across the Midlands.

The Estimators will be working as part of the client’s Estimating function, producing detailed resource-based estimates to evaluate design changes, maintain the baseline cost, and challenge contractors’ estimates. You will report directly to our Regional Estimating Manager.

Job Objectives

As the Estimator you will be responsible for:

• Production of accurate and comprehensive estimates for projects in a timely and efficient manner. Control and management of the estimating process at project level;
• Production of estimates without management or supervision;
• Supporting development and promotion of estimating good practice within Turner & Townsend;
• Assisting in the achievement of departmental objectives;
• Staying abreast of developments within own technical area of expertise to be able to give best practice advice in line with business objectives;
• Active member in developing and driving an Estimating Hub in region

Qualifications

• Qualified to high standard in Estimating or Quantity Surveying with proven relevant experience;
• Wide and varied experience of construction projects;
• Relevant successful experience of provision of estimating and/or QS services in a large project environment;
• Understanding of project management, planning, risk and investment processes;
• Capacity to be able to use RIB Construction Suite/iTWO to Intermediate User standard;
• Membership of a relevant professional body with chartered status and/or educated to degree level;
• Preferred degree in quantity surveying or associated construction field;
• Desirable membership of RICS / CIOB / A. Cost E.

Additional Information

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.

We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

The following policies apply: Turner & Townsend does not accept any speculative or unsolicited CVs that have been sent to our internal recruitment team or hiring managers from agencies outside of our preferred supplier list or that have not followed due process. Any speculative or unsolicited CVs will be treated as a direct application.

SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

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