Senior Estimator

Currie & Brown; City of Westminster; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure consultancy in the UK is seeking experienced Estimators to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality cost estimates and working closely with clients across various sectors. Ideal candidates will have a background in quantity surveying or estimating and experience in the infrastructure sector. The position offers competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private medical insurance

Enhanced pension

25 days' holiday

£400 annual healthy living subsidy

Clear progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Background in quantity surveying, estimating, or related disciplines.
• Experience in the infrastructure sector is essential.
• Strong commercial awareness and ability to manage project financials.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality cost estimates aligned to project scope and timescales.
• Validate supplier and contractor estimates for accuracy.
• Support investment decisions through consistent estimating processes.

Skills

Cost estimation

Commercial awareness

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

BSc in quantity surveying or related disciplines

Tools

Cost planning tools

Job description

Currie & Brown is expanding its infrastructure portfolio and looking for experienced Estimators to join our growing team in either London, Birmingham or Manchester. We're working on major commissions across the rail, highways, aviation, energy, utilities sectors, and we want passionate, capable professionals who are ready to make a real impact. Whether your mid-career or a senior-level expert, this is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a team delivering high-profile infrastructure projects that shape the way people move, connect, and live.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Delivering high-quality cost estimates aligned to project scope and timescales
• Estimating Centre of Excellence.
• Cost Intelligence and benchmarking.
• Global knowledge hub.
• Validating supplier and contractor estimates to ensure commercial accuracy
• Supporting investment decisions through clear, consistent estimating processes
• Preparing cost models and reports during both design and execution phases
• Working closely with clients and stakeholders in line with governance standards
• Contributing to business cases, budget planning and cost reconciliation activities

Qualifications:

• Background in quantity surveying, estimating, or related disciplines (BSc or equivalent)
• Experience in infrastructure sector essential
• Pre-contract estimating expertise, ideally across multiple stages of design
• Strong commercial awareness and ability to manage project financials
• Working knowledge of cost planning tools and benchmarking techniques
• Clear communicator, team player, and confident working with client stakeholders
• RICS membership (or working towards it) is a plus

At Currie & Brown, we're more than consultants, we're partners in progress. Our infrastructure team is growing rapidly, delivering innovative, sustainable solutions for clients across the UK and beyond. You'll be joining a collaborative, ambitious environment where your expertise is valued and your career is supported.

We're proud to share that we were voted one of the Sunday Times Best Places to Work, reflecting our commitment to creating a positive, inclusive and rewarding workplace for our people. Currie & Brown is proud to be a fair and inclusive employer, committed to equality, diversity, and creating opportunities for all.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Private medical insurance and enhanced pension
• 25 days' holiday (rising to 27 after 5 years), plus option to buy more
• Flexible, hybrid working arrangements
• £400 annual healthy living subsidy
• Paid professional memberships and support for chartership
• Clear progression and global mobility opportunities