Senior Estimator

If you are looking to work for a growing business who truly value and care for their employees, then look no further!

As a Senior Estimator at AUREOS INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES LIMITED, you will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for a wide range of infrastructure projects, contributing to our continued growth and success.

Responsibilities:**

* Lead the preparation of comprehensive and accurate cost estimates for various infrastructure projects for utilities works, from conceptual to detailed design stages.
* Analyze project plans, specifications, and other documentation to prepare thorough and detailed quantity take-offs.
* Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and clients to ensure all project requirements are understood and incorporated into estimates.
* Develop and maintain a robust database of cost data, including labor, materials, and equipment rates.
* Identify and assess potential risks and opportunities associated with project estimates and propose mitigation strategies.
* Prepare detailed bid proposals, including scope of work, assumptions, exclusions, and clarifications.
* Present and defend estimates to internal stakeholders and clients.
* Mentor and support junior estimators, fostering their professional development.
* Stay abreast of industry trends, technologies, and best practices in estimating.

Qualifications:**

* Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience in estimating for infrastructure projects, with a strong emphasis on HV engineering works.
* Proven track record of successfully estimating large-scale and complex infrastructure projects.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Project
* In-depth knowledge of HV Electrical construction methods, materials, equipment, and labor costs.
* Strong analytical, finding engineered solutions, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
* Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation abilities.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
* Demonstrated leadership and mentoring capabilities.
* Professional certification (e.g., RICS, AACE International) is a plus.

Whether you are looking for progression in your new role or for your forever job, we will happily welcome your application.

Equal Opportunities

Aureos are an equal opportunities employer, and we are determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.

About us

Aureos is a multi-disciplinary energy and transport networks specialist engineering services provider, spanning the design, engineering, installation, maintenance, and crisis response of critical infrastructures across power, renewables, nuclear decommissioning, railways, highways and local government sectors.