Project Estimate Director (Previous Relevant Experince is Required)

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

Job summary

A leading technology company in Cardiff seeks an Estimating Manager to ensure accurate cost estimates for projects. This hybrid role involves collaboration with project management teams and requires strong Excel and communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

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 estimating role with strong cost modelling skills.
• Expert Excel user with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support production of accurate estimates for projects.
• Manage estimating process at bid and project levels.
• Collaborate with project managers and engineers.

Skills

Cost Modelling

Stakeholder Management

Communication

Mathematical Skills

Excel

Job description

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Project Estimate Director (Previous Relevant Experience Required), Cardiff

Client:

Telent

Location:

Cardiff, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

Job Description:

Estimating Manager Warwick, Warwickshire, United Kingdom (Hybrid)

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

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

This role offers hybrid working, with occasional presence at our Warwick Head Office.

What you’ll do:

• Support the production and submission of accurate and comprehensive estimates for projects timely and efficiently.
• 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 through standard processes and pricing tools.
• Prepare and present detailed cost breakdowns and pricing proposals at reviews.
• Collaborate with project managers and engineers on project plans and schedules.
• Attend pre-bid meetings, site visits, etc., to gather information.

Who you are:

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

Key Requirements:

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

What we offer:

A career at Telent offers opportunities across sectors, roles, technologies, and clients, enabling skill development and impactful work. We are committed to an inclusive culture that values diversity and fosters a sense of belonging and growth for everyone.

Additional benefits:

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

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About UsAbout Telent

Telent is a leading technology company specializing in designing, building, supporting, and maintaining mission-critical communications and digital infrastructure. Our work helps connect communities using the latest technology and innovation. Join us to make a real impact, fulfill your potential, and deliver high performance. Our team of over 3,000 dedicated professionals is committed to excellence.