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Lead Estimator

Right across infrastructure, there’s a requirement to not only maintain, but als...

Location

United Kingdom , Heathrow, Hounslow

Salary:

Not provided

Social Value Portal Ltd

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Demonstrable Civil Engineering experience of 5+ years preferably in Rail environment
Previous relevant estimating experience
Demonstrable take off and BOQ production experience
Degree/HNC qualified in Civil Engineering, Construction, Quantity Surveying or similar
Good understanding of the NEC suite of contracts
Ability to work efficiently with other members of the team
Particular attention to detail with good project management skills
Ability to hit tight deadlines under pressure
Ability to communicate at all levels, both verbally and written
Experience of using estimating software (preferably Causeway), and strong Excel / general IT skills

Job Responsibility

Determine pricing requirements from client documentation
Understand contractual implications and operation
Take responsibility, under minimum supervision, for bid preparation, completion, and submission for both the private and public sector
Take off quantities and prepare formal BOQ in associated estimating software, preferably Causeway
Prepare accurate sustainable estimates/tenders and target costs
Assist and challenge operational solution and programme
Build up formal cost estimates through a mixture of first principles people, equipment, materials and subcontract costs in accordance with project and client requirements
Prepare and manage supply chain enquiries, compare and resolve quotations
Assess and cost project risks and opportunities
Understand current market prices and conditions, and benchmark our solutions to minimise risk and increase success

What we offer

Matched or contributory pension scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Access to Mental Health First Aiders
My Rewards portal, access to 1000’s retail discounts
Life Assurance
Cycle to work scheme
Enhanced maternity or paternity leave
Reward and recognition scheme
Online GP Service, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
Discretionary bonus scheme

Fulltime

Lead Estimator

Position Title: Lead Estimator (MEA / International Projects) Location: UAE / ...

Location

Qatar , Doha

Salary:

Not provided

Airswift Sweden

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, or related discipline)
Experience: Minimum 12 years in cost estimating within oil & gas or energy infrastructure, including 4+ years in a leadership role managing estimators
Skills: Excellent analytical, leadership, and communication abilities with a high degree of accuracy and time management

Job Responsibility

Lead and supervise all estimating activities for FEED, EPCm, and EPC projects, ensuring compliance with corporate standards and procedures
Develop and maintain Class 1–5 estimates (AACE framework), including conceptual, feasibility, FEED, and detailed CAPEX estimates
Prepare Estimate Development Plans (EDP) and Estimate Basis Memoranda (EBM) to document methodology, scope, and assumptions
Translate engineering deliverables into a comprehensive Bill of Quantities (BOQ) and Material Take-Offs (MTO) integrated with cost databases and construction unit rates
Manage the preparation of Total Installed Cost (TIC) estimates covering engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and start-up phases
Perform scenario, sensitivity, and risk analyses, linking the project risk register to cost exposure and contingency levels
Benchmark estimates using internal data and industry references to validate competitiveness and accuracy
Support proposal development by providing cost input, clarifications, and commercial analysis during bid evaluation and negotiations
Mentor and develop junior estimators, fostering consistency and knowledge transfer within the department
Interface with vendors and subcontractors to obtain budgetary quotations and validate market pricing

Fulltime

Lead Estimator

Overall planning and management of estimating activities for specific constructi...

Location

United States , Dallas

Salary:

Not provided

Swinerton

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Engineering, Construction Management or Architectural degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum 3 years estimating or related experience
Ability to read and understand specifications, drawings, and BIM Models
Ability to make accurate judgements and calculate associated risks
Ability to use all estimating software such as Excel, Bluebeam, Revit, Destini, or other programs to complete daily duties
Working knowledge of current construction costs and principles

Job Responsibility

Simultaneously leads one or more estimate/budget/pursuit and in addition has capacity be support others on estimating pursuits
Is a mentor to one or more estimating staff
Can quickly and accurately diagnose error, scope, exclusions in subcontractor estimates
Can review, prepare, and review others' quantity take-offs
Train and develop Intern and Interim Project Engineers
Spearheads and maintains historical costs
Prepares customized subcontracting bidders list(s) to the correct type of job
Maintains great relationship with trade partners
Assist jobsite staff with estimating support
Prepare accurate quantity takeoffs and material pricing

What we offer

medical
dental
vision
401(k) with company matching
Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
individual stock ownership
paid vacation
paid sick leave
paid holidays
bereavement leave

Fulltime

Lead Estimator - Piping and Structural

This role leads the estimating function for structural steelwork and pipework pr...

Location

United Kingdom , Grimsby

Salary:

Not provided

Airswift Sweden

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience in a senior or lead estimating role within fabrication
Experience leading or mentoring estimating teams and managing bid workloads
Strong commercial understanding of fabrication projects (shop and site)
Ability to interpret drawings/specifications and develop accurate cost estimates
Strong experience in structural/plating fabrication estimating (primary discipline)
Working knowledge of piping estimating principles (secondary), including isometrics and MTOs
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word
Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously
Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and resourceful

Job Responsibility

Lead and support the estimating team to deliver accurate and timely bids
Assign work, prioritise workload, and report progress to management
Review tender documentation to identify risks, opportunities, and scope gaps
Support pricing strategy and bid adjudication with senior management
Prepare detailed cost estimates including labour, materials, equipment, subcontract and indirects
Produce quantity take-offs for structural/plating works (primary) and piping (secondary)
Interpret drawings, specifications, isometrics, and MTOs for estimate development
Prepare and issue RFQs to subcontractors and evaluate returns
Define bid strategies including execution approach, schedule, and subcontract requirements
Attend site walkdowns to understand scope and constraints

Lead Estimator & Cost Planning Infrastructure

Lead Estimator & Cost Planning for Infrastructure (UK & Europe). Progress to Dir...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

Not provided

Social Value Portal Ltd

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field (preferred)
Chartered or working towards RICS or equivalent
High standard of estimating or quantity surveying experience (consultancy or contractor background)
Proven experience on major infrastructure programmes (Rail, Aviation, Highways, Energy)
Operational finance and internal project reporting experience
Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage staff effectively
Role model for junior staff and advocate for best practices in estimating

Job Responsibility

Manage the estimating and cost planning process across full project lifecycles
Develop and implement estimating strategies, ensuring compliance and consistency
Prepare initial cost plans at pre-concept and concept stages, refining through to detailed design
Apply deep sector knowledge and leverage market data for robust forecasting
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver sector-specific solutions
Line manage and mentor high-performing teams locally and nationally
Construct bids and proposals for new work
Identify cross-selling opportunities
Represent the company in client and consultant interfaces
Inspire early careers talent and foster a culture of continuous improvement

What we offer

Structured career progression to Director
Opportunities to lead teams
P&L responsibility
Influence strategy
Mentor talent
Be at the forefront of cost advisory innovation
Competitive salary
Benefits
Opportunities for advancement

Fulltime

APAC Regional Lead Estimator

Microsoft Cloud Operations and Innovation (CO&I) is the team behind the cloud. W...

Location

Singapore , Singapore

Salary:

Not provided

Microsoft Corporation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Construction Project Management, Architecture, Engineering or related field AND 12+ years related experience OR equivalent experience
15+ years experience working on data center projects
Deep commercial knowledge of construction internationally
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Must possess a clear understanding of the full Construction Life Cycle
Capability to perform all forms and types of estimates from parametric to bottoms up
Strong analytical, problem-solving skills beyond estimating practice
Cross-group collaborator and influencer across teams and organizations
Should be able to work within a dynamic team of full-time employees and consultants
High personal standard to deliver a thoughtful, polished, and quality work estimate

Job Responsibility

Estimate the cost of our datacenter projects to support the short and long-term plans for the corporation
Partner collaboratively with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and ensure alignment to scope, schedule, and budget
Develop and maintain estimating databases and templates specific to the role
Report out to senior managers on estimate data, project cost progress and assumptions
Perform different types of estimates from conceptual to detailed
Support, develop and improve estimating processes and procedures
Drive standardization and consistency throughout the group
Review engineering documentation/designs, site, and building plans by examining and analyzing technical information
Create and apply best practices to identify and incorporate cost-effective solutions for the strategic and tactical delivery of a construction project
Knowledge of and the ability to follow systematic and continuing processes of checking to see whether an estimate is meeting specified requirements

Fulltime

Lead Millwork Estimator

Woodmeister is a high-end residential builder and millwork company providing fin...

Location

Salary:

Not provided

Woodmeister Master Builders

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

At least 8 years' experience working as an Estimator in the field of millwork
Some experience with residential construction is required
Prior hands-on project management experience in estimating, constructing, or millwork
Must have experience with computer-based takeoff software such as Bluebeam
A high level of organization, attention to detail, and the ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent math, verbal, and written communication skills are required
Able to interpret blueprints, perform takeoffs, and visualize end-result from construction drawings or renderings
Must be able to efficiently schedule all aspects of estimating with solid time management skills
Qualified candidates should completely understand the millwork construction and fabrication processes
Good computer skills, including Word, Excel, Outlook, etc., and ability to learn in-house company estimating software

Job Responsibility

Follow company-established standardized procedures, methods, and processes for estimating
Prepare cost estimates for millwork projects as assigned
Perform takeoffs of material requirements and solicit vendor quotes for custom material elements of projects
Estimate man-hour requirements for products and services and update database with applicable details and bill rates
Provide written descriptions of work to be performed and coordinate language with Account and/or Project Manager for sales proposals
Prepare estimates for changes throughout a project
Research new vendors and schedule in-house demonstrations
Review purchase order requisitions for accuracy and consistency with project requirements
Provide detailed project cost reports in support of all estimates utilizing company estimating software
Communicate project requirements effectively with co-workers and clients as required

Fulltime

Director of Finance

Functions as the property’s strategic financial business leader. The position ch...

Location

Brazil , Sao Paulo

Salary:

Not provided

Marriott Bonvoy

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

4-year bachelor's degree in Finance and Accounting or related major
3 years experience in the finance and accounting or related professional area
Master's degree in Finance and Accounting or related major
1 year experience in the finance and accounting or related professional area

Job Responsibility

Develops means to improve profit, including estimating cost and benefit, exploring new business opportunities
Analyzes information, forecasts sales against expenses and creates annual budget plans
Compiles information, analyzes and monitors actual sales against projected sales
Analyzes differences between actual budget wages and forecasted wages for more efficient budget planning
Identifies the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts
Thinks creatively and practically to develop, execute and implement new business plans
Creates the annual operating budget for the property
Provides analytical support during budget reviews to identify cost saving and productivity opportunities for property managers
Implements a system of appropriate controls to manage business risks
Ensures a strong accounting and operational control environment to safeguard assets, improve operations and profitability

Fulltime

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