Cost Engineer
Job: Cost Engineer / Estimator – Infrastructure
📍 Location: London, UK (Hybrid)
🕒 Type: Full-time
Are you a detail-driven Cost Engineer or Estimator with a passion for infrastructure projects? Join a growing consultancy team at the forefront of transport and infrastructure delivery in the UK. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on high-impact projects, collaborate with industry experts, and accelerate your career in a fast-paced, supportive environment.
What You’ll Be Doing:
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Collaborate with senior cost and estimating professionals to develop consistent, high-quality cost plans.
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Independently produce detailed cost estimates and planning documentation for major infrastructure schemes.
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Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members within the estimating function.
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Monitor preconstruction budgets and support change management processes.
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Conduct quantification activities and contribute to benchmarking and data collection efforts.
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Engage with cross-functional teams including procurement and planning to compile comprehensive estimates.
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Present and defend cost estimates to both internal stakeholders and external partners with confidence and clarity.
What We’re Looking For:
Essential:
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Strong proficiency in Excel and similar analytical tools.
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Effective communicator with strong client-facing skills.
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Experience working with infrastructure main contractors – civil engineering focus preferred.
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Commercial or operational background in construction.
Desirable:
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Experience using Candy Estimating Software.
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Familiarity with RIB CostX for quantification and estimating.
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Understanding of AACE Estimating Class guidelines and principles.
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Chartered or working towards chartership (ICE, CICES, RICS, CIOB, etc.).
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Flexibility to work across multiple project sites if needed.
Why Join Us?
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Hybrid and flexible working environment that supports work-life balance.
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Opportunity to grow within a dynamic and ambitious team.
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Exposure to complex, large-scale infrastructure projects.
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Fast-track progression and the chance to take ownership of your work.
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A culture built on openness, action, and a commitment to excellence.
If you're ready to take the next step in your cost engineering career, apply now and be part of a team that’s delivering meaningful infrastructure across the UK.
📩 Apply today and help shape the future of transport and infrastructure