Project Estimate Director (Previous Relevant Experince is Required)

JR United Kingdom; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in the UK seeks an Estimating Manager to ensure accurate cost estimates for projects. This hybrid role involves collaboration with project teams and requires expertise in cost modelling and stakeholder management. The position offers competitive salary and benefits, fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Benefits

Attractive salary and car allowance

34 days holiday including public holidays

Company pension scheme

Family-friendly policies

Occupational health support

Discounts on cinema, restaurants, and shopping

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar estimating role.
• Strong skills in cost modelling and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Support production and submission of accurate estimates.
• Control and manage the estimating process at bid level.
• Prepare and present detailed cost breakdowns.

Skills

Cost Modelling

Stakeholder Management

Communication

Tools

Excel

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

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Job Description:

Estimating Manager Warwick, Warwickshire, United Kingdom (Hybrid)

At Telent, you will have the opportunity to be a part of something bigger. To keep things moving, to connect people. It's important work we do. Learning together, inspiring colleagues, and making the entire organisation better. Join us and help keep the nation's critical networks connected and protected 24/7.

Reporting to the Director of Rail, the Estimating Manager will be responsible for ensuring accurate and competitive cost estimates for new projects and schemes in the designated business sector. You will collaborate closely with project management and engineering teams to ensure all aspects of the project are considered and accurately costed.

This is a hybrid role, requiring occasional presence at our Warwick Head office.

What you’ll do:

• Support the production and submission of accurate and comprehensive estimates for projects in a timely manner
• Control and manage the estimating process at bid, project, or scheme level
• Challenge cost estimates produced by SMEs in Delivery and Engineering
• Review project specifications, drawings, and documentation to prepare detailed cost estimates
• Minimize selling costs and response times using standard processes and pricing tools
• Prepare and present detailed cost breakdowns and proposals at cost reviews
• Collaborate with project managers and engineers to develop project plans and schedules
• Attend pre-bid meetings, site visits, etc., to gather necessary information

Who you are:

You will have proven experience in a similar estimating role, with strong skills in cost modelling and analysis. As an expert in Excel, you’ll combine technical proficiency with excellent stakeholder management and communication skills to drive accurate decision-making.

Key Requirements:

• Experience in Transport / Utilities / Telecoms / Construction industries, providing estimating services in large projects or multiple workstreams
• Expertise in Excel
• Strong mathematical skills
• Good interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills in office, site, and client/sub-contractor environments
• Full clean driving license with flexibility to be in HQ as required

What we offer:

A career at Telent offers opportunities across sectors, roles, technologies, and clients, supporting skill development and impactful work. We value diversity and inclusion, fostering an environment where everyone can thrive.

Additional benefits:

• Attractive salary and car allowance
• 34 days holiday including public holidays, with options to buy or sell days OR 26 days plus public holidays with options to buy or sell days
• Company pension scheme
• Family-friendly policies
• Occupational health support and wellbeing portal
• Discounts on cinema, restaurants, and shopping via Telent Reward scheme

Learn more about Telent:

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We are committed to creating an inclusive culture that respects and values diversity, where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and reach their full potential. Our teams reflect the diverse communities we serve.

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About Us

Telent is a leading technology company specializing in mission-critical communications and digital infrastructure support across the UK. Our work connects communities and enhances digital services, with over 3,000 dedicated employees committed to excellence.