Estimating Manager (Utilities)

Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey. The estimating function shall ensure that cost plans are robust, integrated, represent value for money, and are supported by consistent internal and external benchmarking data. It will also ensure that the scope of services is held as an integrated baseline (scope, cost and time) within Infrastructure Project Controls systems. The estimating function shall also assist in pricing risk and change values. You'll be responsible for:

• Managing estimating and cost planning strategies across projects or work packages.
• Developing and refining cost plans from concept to detailed design.
• Providing specialist cost advice, benchmarking and data-led analysis.
• Identifying cost drivers and influence design within budget.
• Collaborating with design, construction and supply chain partners.
• Managing change control, value management and engineering activities.
• Applying risk modelling and three-point estimating techniques.
• Producing clear reports with defined assumptions and controls.
  
  Experience delivering estimating and cost planning on major infrastructure projects.
• Strong cost analysis skills, including benchmarking and first-principles estimating.
• Proven collaboration with design teams to influence cost-effective solutions.
• Ability to produce clear estimates from limited or evolving design information.
• Confident communicator, producing concise reports and stakeholder presentations.
• Degree in quantity surveying or related discipline; RICS, CIOB or ICE preferred.
  
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Create opportunity - For our people to excel: We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop. Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation. We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable with-in the role. #LI-Onsite

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