Senior Estimator - Infrastructure & Cost Optimization

Accenture UK & Ireland; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Soben, part of Accenture, is seeking an experienced Estimator to join our team in London. You will develop detailed cost estimates, analyse drawings, and provide commercial insights to support decision-making across project lifecycles.

Working with clients and project teams, you will identify risks and opportunities, maintain pricing models, mentor junior estimators, and contribute to continual improvement of estimating processes on major infrastructure and energy projects.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline.
• 8–10 years' estimating experience in large-scale projects.
• Experience delivering estimates for infrastructure, energy, commercial, or mission-critical projects.
• Strong knowledge of cost estimating principles and industry best practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates based on available design information.
• Analyse drawings, specifications and docs to identify cost drivers and risks.
• Develop and maintain pricing models and estimate databases.
• Conduct quantity take-offs and review technical documentation for estimates.
• Evaluate assumptions and identify commercial risks and opportunities.
• Source pricing information from suppliers and industry databases.
• Review benchmark data to keep estimates competitive and accurate.
• Collaborate with clients and project teams to understand scope and requirements.
• Support estimate updates and change reports with clear cost movements.
• Review contracts and assess impact of scope changes on budgets.
• Present cost information and recommendations to clients and senior stakeholders.
• Mentor and support junior estimators; contribute to process improvements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

Tools

CostX

Candy

Causeway

Job description

Soben, part of Accenture, is seeking an experienced Estimator to join our team in London. You will develop detailed cost estimates, analyse drawings, and provide commercial insights to support decision-making across project lifecycles.

Working with clients and project teams, you will identify risks and opportunities, maintain pricing models, mentor junior estimators, and contribute to continual improvement of estimating processes on major infrastructure and energy projects.