About the Role

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Lead Estimator and Senior Estimator to join our team on a Full Time, Permanent basis!

The differences between the roles are that we are open to training the Lead Estimator role whereas the Senior Estimator role will have the essential skills to hit the ground running!

We are looking for candidates who have numeracy and commercial experience, developing cost estimates within the Electrical Transmission industry sector that cover all areas of construction activities. Working closely with the wider strategic sourcing and contract management Procurement teams, you’ll pride yourself on producing accurate and high-quality cost estimates and support the development and writing of winning bidding and contract strategies.

Playing an active part in our drive to Carbon zero, this is a great opportunity to work on a variety of projects, progress your career and secure support to achieve ACostE to ICEAA accreditations.

We have a fantastic Voice Note put together by the Hiring Manager. If you'd like this to be sent to you please email jenny.gudray@nationalgrid.com

Please specify which role is of interest to you in your application before submitting.

What You'll Do

• Experience managing and reporting cost within a broad range of industry sectors such as Energy, Aerospace, Construction Engineering, Commercial Construction, and Defence.
• Organised, results orientated and able to communicate at all levels effectively.
• Willingness to learn new skills and knowledge.
• Generate Cost Estimates to the required class. This may cover all aspects of Construction activities, including Civil, Mechanical and E&I.
• Support Procurement Contracting in the develop and writing of winning bidding and contracting strategies in support of the estimate development.
• Accurate recording of Basis of Estimate, and preparation of Bid Approval Slides relating to the Construction Estimate.
• Analysis, competitively assess & benchmark the bids & present to the execution team.

To provide technical and estimating guidance and support in developing the estimates.

About You

• Knowledge of construction and installation techniques and their implications on cost
• Experience Estimating / Quantity Surveyor within Regulated industry sectors.
• Be results oriented and must be able to understand impact of decisions and changes on costs.

What You'll Get

A competitive salary between £50,000 - £68,000 dependent on skills and experience

Further Information

• The Lead Estimator and Senior Estimator roles are offered on a Permanent, Full-Time basis

• Location: We are also offering hybrid working in which we envisage you will spend once a month in the office (Warwick) and the remainder from home

We are willing to sponsor individuals to attain external accreditation via ICEAA route/ PCCA ( Professional Cost Estimator/Analyst ) or CCEA ( Certified Cost Estimator/Analyst) accreditation

This role closes on Monday 6th January 2025 however we strongly encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible. Applications will be actively reviewed and processed prior to the deadline.

About Us

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At National Grid, we work towards the highest standards in everything we do, including how we support, value and develop our people. Our aim is to encourage and support employees to thrive and be the best they can be. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds, and offer flexible and tailored support, at home and in the office.

Our goal is to drive, develop and operate our business in a way that results in a more inclusive culture. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, the innovation from diverse teams & perspectives and business need. We are committed to building a workforce so we can represent the communities we serve and have a working environment in which each individual feels valued, respected, fairly treated, and able to reach their full potential.

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