Estimator

From minor works to major infrastructure projects, Balfour Beatty Major Projects Division has a proven record of building excellence. Using our broad range of experience and expertise, we deliver cost-efficient service packages, tailor-made for our customers. We provide the financial security and broad resources of a major contractor, while using our regional teams to provide services with a local focus., The Senior Estimator, will be supporting the Managing Estimator to develop estimates from 1^st Principles associated with the Balfour Beatty portion of the Sizewell C Civil Works Alliance.

• Undertake estimates in accordance with the companies policies and procedures.


• Review customers drawings and specifications to prepare accurate costing sheets for materials, labour and equipment.


• Oversee and/or interrogate design options and value solutions and, if appropriate, identify the attractiveness of a project based on sound estimating principles.


• Record assumptions and identify risks and opportunities including developing the risk evaluation from pricing/budgetary point of view.


• Liaise with project team & supply chain to develop and understand methodologies and principles proposed.
  
  You will have the following:


• Civils/Infrastructures projects background.


• Experience in estimating on marine and tunnelling operations a major advantage.


• Chartered e.g. ICE, CICES, RICS, CIOB.


• Candy estimating software knowledge.


• Reasonable understanding of the principles of Lean Construction and 5D cost planning.
  
  Balfour Beattys Major Projects business is delivering some of the UKs most complex and iconic infrastructure projects including HS2, the new high-speed railway and the first nuclear power station in a generation, Hinkley Point C. Using the latest technology, were driving productivity and creating a lasting legacy by delivering sustainable solutions that strengthen communities.


From consultancy and design, to all aspects of construction and maintenance. We have the proven expertise to deliver large-scale projects safely and successfully., At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion

Still interested? then come and become colleagues with 26,000 staff and join a business which recorded 8.6bn in revenues last year, achieved industry leading customer satisfaction scores and has unrivalled employee engagement statistics.

An excellent range of benefits awaits the successful candidate: -

• An attractive / negotiated salary


• Company Car or Car Allowance


• Annual company bonus scheme


• 37.5 core base hours per week


• 25 days annual leave


• Hybrid working scheme available


• Pension savings schemes


• A whole host of other BB staff employee bens (discounts, exclusive offers etc)


• Refer a friend bonus scheme


• Scores of other Balfour Beatty opportunities available as well via our balfourbeattycareers.com portal.


Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UKs most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

Why join us?

As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasnt rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You'll have the freedom to shape the package thats right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:

- Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
- 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
- Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
- Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more