Lead Estimator

I am recruiting for a Lead Estimator to join the Civil Works Alliance (CWA), supporting the delivery of Sizewell C—a world-class, 3.2-gigawatt nuclear power station that will generate reliable, low-carbon electricity for around 6 million homes for the next 60 years. This is your chance to be a driving force within a historic UK infrastructure project, collaborating with a diverse range of stakeholders and making a lasting impact. As part of the CWA, you’ll lead a multi-skilled estimating team, ensuring excellence in cost planning and pricing for the Alliance Services and Plant & Logistics section. You will work at the heart of a unique partnership bringing together the expertise of EDF, government bodies, major construction firms, and local communities—all committed to delivering sustainable energy for generations. Your role will include: • Managing and developing a skilled team of Senior Estimators, Estimators, and Assistant Estimators • Feeding into the Head of Estimating to maintain a consistent approach and ensure quality • Producing, assuring and presenting robust estimating documentation both internally and externally • Working closely with stakeholders in planning, procurement and supply chain to build transparent estimates • Presenting and justifying prices openly to senior leaders and external partners, supporting collaborative decision-making • Reviewing project drawings and specifications to prepare accurate cost sheets for materials, labour and equipment • Assessing design options and value solutions, recommending the most attractive project outcomes • Recording assumptions, identifying risks and opportunities, and supporting risk evaluation • Overseeing development and supervision of pricing within our Estimating Software (Candy) and quantification software (Cost X) • Tracking changes and ensuring budgets remain current as inputs mature What I am looking for: • Proficiency with Excel and similar estimating tools, with strong communication skills • A solid background with infrastructure main contractors in civil engineering • Experience with Candy Estimating Software and RIB Cost X highly desirable • Knowledge of AACE principles and flexible approach to project delivery • Chartered status with ICE, CICES, RICS, CIOB (preferred) • Demonstrable ability to foster a collaborative, respectful and solution-driven team culture The values you bring: • Humility: Embracing diverse perspectives and experiences • Positivity: Challenging poor quality and driving innovation • Respect: Valuing feedback and new ideas from all backgrounds • Solidarity: Working as one team, sharing responsibility for outcomes • Clarity: Communicating with consistency and simplifying processes for effective delivery This is a rare opportunity to influence a project that will define the UK's energy landscape for the next half-century. If you are ready to step into a role where your expertise, values and leadership will help deliver a legacy for millions, I invite you to click the following link to apply.

Location: Ipswich, UK, GB

Posted Date: 11/1/2025