Senior Estimator

Position: 165CMR: Senior Estimator

Location: Hybrid / London

Type: Full-time

Start Date: Immediate

Salary: Competitive

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Estimator to join our team. The successful candidate will manage the estimating team on an exciting new major programme to produce detailed cost estimates for all phases and support the design optioneering process.

About us: CMR is first and foremost a team of people, passionate about the construction industry and changing the way project controls is provided. We are a progressive & dynamic consultancy offering tailored project controls services across a range of industries.

Our Purpose (Why we exist): Inspiring new ways to help shape our construction industry.

Our Ambition (What we want to achieve): Re-imagine project controls through a digital lens, being the obvious choice for clients and the place to grow together with intention.

You'll:

1. Be responsible for preparing detailed and accurate cost estimates for all phases of the major programme, including preliminary budgets, detailed estimates, and regulatory submissions.
2. Control and manage the estimating process at programme level.
3. Develop the estimating scope, including bulk material quantities, infrastructure, degree of modularisation, transport and installation, site manhours (with consideration to proposed constructability methods and practices), commissioning, indirect labor, client costs, engineering and design.
4. Write estimate plans, review the scope of work, develop & assemble estimate data, review estimates (discipline, management, client), and write estimate basis document with qualifications & assumptions.
5. Analyse project specifications, drawings, and other documentation to create comprehensive estimates.
6. Use industry-standard estimation software and methodologies to develop cost models.
7. Identify and evaluate potential risks and uncertainties associated with the project estimates.
8. Incorporate risk mitigation strategies into cost estimates and develop contingency plans.
9. Lead project meetings to discuss and refine cost estimates and project budgets.
10. Maintain a database of cost information and benchmarks for future reference.
11. Implement best practices and innovative techniques to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of cost estimates.
12. Work closely with project managers, engineers, architects, and other stakeholders to gather necessary information and validate estimates.
13. Interact with project team members from all design disciplines in different locations, including project management, client reps, and other 3rd party consultants.
14. Facilitate both internal and external estimate reviews and presentations with Senior Management, clients, and project team members.

We're looking for:

Essential:

1. Qualified to high standard in Estimating, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or equivalent industry experience;
2. Wide and varied experience of construction projects;
3. Wide and varied experience of estimating methodology, Parametric, Unit Rate, Benchmarking, etc.
4. Relevant successful experience of provision of estimating and/or QS services in a large project environment;
5. Understanding of project management, planning, risk and investment processes;

Desirable:

1. Membership of a relevant professional body with chartered status and/or educated to degree level;
2. Practical experience of different estimating software, CANDY, Causeway, CostX, COSTOS, etc.
3. Preferred degree in quantity surveying or associated construction field;
4. Membership of RICS / CIOB / A. Cost E.

At CMR: we have a strong culture driven by our 9 Core Principles. We look to build a community of people that have the same beliefs as we do! You can find out more about us here .

Requirements and Location:

1. Full right to work in the UK;
2. Hybrid / London office twice a week;

Salary & Benefits:

1. 25 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays);
2. Comprehensive Private Healthcare (Inc Dentist and Optician);
3. Life Assurance (x4 Salary);
4. Pension: employers' contribution of 4%;
5. Company and personal performance-based bonus;
6. Salary Sacrifice Scheme;
7. Long Service Leave;
8. Training and professional development;
9. Regular social events;
10. Perkbox - employee experience platform;

Next Steps:

To apply to our vacancy please submit a copy of your CV for consideration. We look forward to hearing from you!

CMR welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. CMR is Disability Confident Committed and an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or disability or any other protected characteristics. We aim to create a culture where everyone can be themselves and is valued for their strengths and unique perspectives.