Lead Estimator (Lead Estimator)

Overview

Reference
Lead Estimator

Salary
£70,000 - £90,000/annum

Job Location
- United Kingdom -- England -- Greater London -- London

Job Type
Permanent

Posted
16 September 2025


As part of our client's background, they participate in the construction of major technical structures and guarantees their structural safety and durability: transport infrastructure (bridges, tunnels), industrial and energy production structures, and commercial buildings.

Four areas of expertise:
· Structural systems and technologies
· Civil engineering
· Foundations and soil engineering
· Preservation, structural repairs, renovation and optimization of structures.

Ou client has more than 4,000 employees at 25 locations worldwide (Asia and Oceania, Middle East, Europe, Latin America, Canada).

Key responsibilities:

  • Lead a multi-skilled estimating team within the M&T team, ensuring estimates are accurate and align with project goals.
  • Provide expert advice on estimating principles, including labour, plant, and material pricing.
  • Ensure thorough risk management and identify opportunities to add value.
  • Support junior team members and provide mentoring to develop their skills.
  • Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver top-notch estimates.
  • Present and justify pricing with integrity, ensuring clarity in negotiations.

What we’re looking for:

  • Proven experience in infrastructure estimating, ideally in the civil engineering or nuclear sectors.
  • Proficiency in estimating software like Candy and Cost X, and strong skills in Excel.
  • Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
  • Experience with AACE estimating principles is a plus.
  • A commercial or operational background is preferred, and a relevant chartered qualification (e.g., ICE, CICES, RICS) would be advantageous.

This is your opportunity to contribute to a project that will change the UK’s energy landscape for the better. Ready to take on this challenge and be part of something monumental?

Why Apply?
Join a high-impact project, grow your career, and work with a collaborative, expert team.

Please send your CV to barbara.peruchi@proman-uk.com

Let's build a brighter, cleaner future together.

The salary posted is indicative and dependent upon experience.


Contact information

London Construction