Estimator Defence

Overview

In this Defence-focused Estimator role, you will produce accurate cost estimates and support decision-making for high-profile programmes. You’ll work within the UK Estimating team to deliver from rough orders of magnitude to detailed estimates, while upholding best-practice processes. You will collaborate with clients and internal teams to drive efficient estimating, risk-aware cost models, and timely deliverables. This opportunity lets you shape early-stage cost strategies within a security-conscious, global firm centered on defence and critical infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate, comprehensive estimates for projects in a timely and efficient manner
• Control and manage the estimating process at project level
• Work either independently or as part of a team with limited supervision
• Promote and develop estimating best practices within Turner & Townsend
• Represent estimating team in client organisations and support departmental objectives
• Stay updated on technical developments to provide best-practice advice

Key requirements

• Qualification in Estimating, Quantity Surveying or Cost Engineering
• Experience in Defence estimating
• Proven experience compiling and delivering complex estimates and cost models
• Experience within an integrated Project Controls team
• Public sector project experience
• Excellent MS Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and strong client-facing communication

• Strong written and verbal communication
• Adaptability and collaborative mindset
• Client-focused with professional demeanor
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft PowerPoint

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