Project Estimate Director (Previous Relevant Experince is Required)

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

Job summary

Join a leading technology company as an Estimating Manager in Cheltenham. You will ensure accurate cost estimates for projects, collaborating with project management and engineering teams. This hybrid role offers opportunities for professional growth and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

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 foundation in cost modeling and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Support production and submission of accurate estimates.
• Control and manage the estimating process.
• Collaborate with project managers and engineers.

Skills

Excel

Mathematical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

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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 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 role offers hybrid working, with occasional requirements to be in our Warwick Head office.

What you’ll do:

• Support 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 other documentation to prepare detailed cost estimates
• Minimize the cost of selling and response time through standard processes and pricing tools
• Prepare and present detailed cost breakdowns and pricing proposals at cost 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 will have proven experience in a similar estimating role, with a strong foundation in cost modeling and analysis. As an expert Excel user, you’ll combine technical proficiency with stakeholder management and communication skills to enable accurate decision-making.

Key Requirements:

• Experience in Transport / Utilities / Telecoms / Construction industries, providing estimating services in large projects or multiple workstreams
• Expert user of Excel
• Excellent mathematical skills
• Strong 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 many sectors, roles, and technologies, allowing you to develop new skills and make an impact. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture that respects and values diversity, enabling everyone to thrive at work.

Additional benefits include:

• 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 buy/sell options
• 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 passionate about fostering diversity and inclusion, 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 UsAbout Telent

Telent is a leading technology company specializing in design, build, support, and maintenance of mission-critical communications and technology for the UK’s digital infrastructure. Our work helps connect communities using cutting-edge technology. Join us to make a meaningful impact and fulfill your potential within a team of over 3,000 dedicated professionals.

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