Estimator

The Strategic Pipeline Alliance (SPA) project currently involves the planning, design and construction of circa 320km of new strategic, large diameter, clean water interconnector pipelines and associated infrastructure across Anglian Water's region. The SPA Alliance is also taking on responsibility for the future interconnector pipelines, a further 260km of strategic interconnector pipelines and associated infrastructure.

This is a full-time role with a mix of office (Peterborough), home and site attendance required

As our new Estimator, you'll be a vital part of the SPA's success, ensuring cost-effective and high-quality delivery across projects incl pipelines, pumping stations, reservoirs, and water treatment plants.

You will develop CAPEX estimates at every project stage, from optioneering to detailed target cost estimates, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to understand and quantify scope, liaise with supply chain partners, including vendors and subcontractors, to develop cost estimates and use estimating software and MS Excel to create accurate, data-driven estimates., We have a vibrant, challenging and growing business, with project environments that provide tremendous opportunities for everybody. We know that by being a more diverse company we will be more innovative, have a greater understanding of our clients' needs and will deliver smarter, more inclusive solutions for them. Our goal is to have a workforce that is representative of society and the communities in which we work. As an inclusive, family friendly employer we believe that everyone matters, and we are committed to ensuring that everyone has the same opportunities to be able to reach their full potential.

Engineering or Quantity Surveying degree and relevant estimating experience.
Experience in infrastructure, utilities, or process plant estimating.
Knowledge of civil, mechanical, electrical, or process control disciplines.
Familiarity with estimating software.
Background in building services or facilities management.
Strong numerate and analytical abilities.
Excellent communication and motivational skills.
Team player with a proactive approach to deadlines.
Advanced proficiency in MS Office and estimating software.
A commitment to learning and self-improvement., We welcome you to ask about the flexibility you need for dynamic working. Such as, working part-time, remote working, or compressed hours. In return, we will explore what is possible., For some of our roles, you may be required to obtain and maintain security clearance of at least Security Check level (or SC clearance). To satisfy the requirements, you will need to have been a legal UK resident for a minimum of 5 years and have successfully complete all stages of the vetting process.

At Costain, we help to improve people's lives by creating connected, sustainable infrastructure that enables people and the planet to thrive.

We work together to shape, create, and deliver pioneering solutions that transform the performance of the UK's infrastructure ecosystem across energy, water, transportation and defence markets. Through our collaboration with customers, partners, communities, and wider industry we will deliver an infrastructure fit for a better future.

This position has a competitive salary dependent on skills and experience, in addition to a fantastic benefits package including pension contribution matched up to 10%.