Lead Estimator & Cost Planning Infrastructure

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

Job summary

A leading infrastructure consultancy is seeking a Lead Estimator to deliver high-quality estimating and cost planning services for major projects across Rail, Aviation, Highways, and Energy sectors. This role involves managing complex estimates, mentoring early careers talent, and influencing strategy within a robust team. Opportunities for progression to Director level are available. Candidates should have a strong foundation in cost analysis and team leadership to thrive in this challenging environment.

Benefits

Structured career progression

Leadership opportunities

Innovative work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in estimating and cost planning for infrastructure.
• Ability to manage complex estimates and guide design decisions.
• Proven track record in fostering team excellence and mentoring talent.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality estimating and cost planning services.
• Manage complex estimates for infrastructure programmes.
• Mentor early careers talent and foster continuous improvement.

Skills

Cost analysis

Team leadership

Bid construction

Strategic influence

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...