Lead Estimator and Cost Planning Infrastructure

CURRIE & BROWN UK LIMITED; Bedford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure consulting firm in the UK is seeking a Lead Estimator & Cost Planner to manage high-quality estimating services across major projects in Rail, Aviation, Highways, and Energy. This position offers a structured career path to Director level and opportunities to influence strategy while mentoring talent. Strong leadership and analytical skills are required for this impactful role, contributing significantly to the success of major infrastructure initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading estimating and cost planning for infrastructure projects.
• Ability to manage complex estimates and guide design decisions.
• Strong analytical skills with a focus on commercial viability.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality estimating and cost planning services.
• Inspire early careers talent and foster continuous improvement.
• Construct bids and proposals for new work.

Skills

Leadership

Cost Analysis

Infrastructure Planning

Job description

About The Role

Lead Estimator & Cost Planning for Infrastructure (UK & Europe)

Progress to Director | Shape Major Projects | Inspire Teams

Location: London (with UK & Europe remit)

Join a Team That Builds the Future

At Currie and Brown, we don't just estimate costs - we shape the success of the UK and Europe's most ambitious infrastructure projects. If you're ready to lead, innovate, and grow, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Your Role

As Lead Estimator, you'll deliver high-quality estimating and cost planning services across major infrastructure programmes – Rail, Aviation, Highways, and Energy. You'll manage complex estimates, guide design decisions, and ensure commercial viability through robust cost analysis.

What sets us apart?

• Structured career progression to Director level
• Opportunities to lead teams, and take P&L responsibility
• Influence strategy and mentor talent
• Be at the forefront of cost advisory innovation

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you'll inspire early careers talent and help foster a culture of continuous improvement, while reviewing team outputs to ensure excellence in delivery. You'll be responsible for constructing bids and proposals for new work, actively identifying cross-selling opportunities, and representing the company in client and co...