Estimator - @One Alliance

JN Bentley; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Mott MacDonald Bentley are recruiting for an Estimator to join the Anglian Water @One Alliance, supporting cost estimates across water infrastructure projects.

You’ll work with multi-disciplinary teams, gather cost information from suppliers, and use estimating software and MS Excel to produce accurate estimates. You’ll help embed best practices, maintain cost databases, and contribute to continuous improvement within the alliance.

Qualifications

• This role requires a degree in engineering or quantity surveying.
• Experience in construction, infrastructure, utilities, or similar sectors is desirable.
• Exposure to estimating software and contractor/subcontractor environments is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare CAPEX estimates at all project stages from early optioneering to detailed design and target cost development.
• Work with multi-disciplinary teams to understand and quantify project scope.
• Engage with suppliers and subcontractors to gather cost information.
• Use estimating software and MS Excel to produce accurate estimates.
• Maintain and update cost databases and quotation libraries and identify discrepancies.

Skills

Strong numerical and analytical skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork abilities

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Able to manage workload and meet deadl

Estimating experience

Education

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

Estimating software

MS Excel

Job description

Mott MacDonald Bentley are recruiting for a Estimator to join the Anglian Water @One Alliance.

As part of Anglian Water’s @one Alliance, we are on a mission to create a sustainable and resilient future for water. With an ambitious £2.3 billion capital investment in AMP8, we are revolutionising infrastructure, sustainability, and digital transformation to protect the environment and support growing communities

Why Join Us?

We are looking for an Estimator to support the successful delivery of projects across the region, either within our Central Estimating Team or embedded in a Business Unit. You’ll work across a diverse portfolio including, Water & Water Recycling Treatment Plants, Pipelines and Pumping Stations & Reservoirs and Network Storage.

You’ll play an important role in preparing cost estimates, supporting project teams, and contributing to continuous improvement within the alliance.

What You’ll Be Doing

Estimating & Project Support

• Prepare CAPEX estimates at all project stages—from early optioneering through to detailed design and target cost development
• Work with multi-disciplinary teams to understand and quantify project scope
• Engage with suppliers and subcontractors to gather cost information
• Use estimating software and MS Excel to produce accurate estimates

Systems & Improvement

• Learn and apply @one Alliance estimating systems and processes
• Support improvements by identifying best practice and efficiencies
• Cost Modelling & Innovation
• Help develop cost models for repeatable project elements
• Work with digital tools, including 3D models, to understand scope

Cost Base & Data Management

• Maintain and update cost databases and quotation libraries
• Identify discrepancies between market rates and internal cost data
• Liaise with Procurement for early engagement and cost validation

Commercial & Cost Capture

• Collaborate with delivery teams to ensure smooth handover of estimates
• Structure estimates to align with Anglian Water cost capture requirements

Health, Safety & Wellbeing

• Promote a strong "Safer Every Day" culture
• Follow all H&S policies and procedures
• Actively contribute to continuous improvement and a zero-accident environment

What You'll Bring

Qualifications & Experience

• This role is ideal for someone with estimating experience who is ready to develop their career further.
• Degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or equivalent experience
• Experience in construction, infrastructure, utilities, or similar sectors (desirable)
• Exposure to estimating software and contractor/subcontractor environments (desirable)
• Understanding of civil, mechanical, electrical, or process engineering disciplines

Key Skills

• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Motivated, proactive, and eager to learn
• Able to manage workload and meet deadlines
• Confident using MS Office (especially Excel)

At @one Alliance, you’ll be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team that is shaping the future of the UK’s water infrastructure. We offer a collaborative and innovative working environment, where your expertise will be valued and your ideas will drive meaningful change.

JN Bentley benefits can be found in the booklet attached.