Estimator

4 weeks ago

Derby Derbyshire, United Kingdom westlakesrecruit Full time

Westlakes Recruit are currently recruiting for experienced estimators with a background in infrastructure to be engaged on a contract basis.

Responsibilities:

Reporting into the Associate Director, you will be a senior member of the management team responsible for growing the existing team and building long term, sustainable team relationships with our Complex Infrastructure clients. You may get a chance to work on major projects in the UK, Europe, Middle East and other parts of the world.

What you will bring?

  • Recognised expertise in estimating services across infrastructure, especiallyDefence and Energy.
  • Ability to inspire and motivate teams and unlock future talent for the business.
  • An excellent understanding of industry benchmarks / best practices and methods of measurements (e.g., RMM, MMHW etc).
  • Strong network within the infrastructure sector.
  • Proven track record of service innovation, technical excellence and exceptional service delivery.
  • Technical ability to challenge engineering teams and identify/cost efficient design solutions.
  • Comprehensive understanding of the assignments facing transport sector and the opportunities available.
  • Major project/programmes of work experience.



Your purpose:

  • Further enhance our Estimating capability including leading on the development and use of Cost X, Cost OS and other established estimating software.
  • Lead our community of practice and drive technical excellence, service innovation and supporting with the development of our benchmarking capabilities.
  • Unlock talent and develop next generation of leaders.
  • Deliver excellent client service on our commissions through quality assurance and regular client care.
  • Develop, mentor and support your teams on project / technical delivery.



Strategic:

  • Deliver the strategy for the Estimating Service including identifying continuous development.
  • Deliver an exceptional estimating service full multiple stakeholders.
  • Identify opportunities for strategic recruitment and associated investments by the business, linked to the company's business strategy.
  • Ensure appropriate engagement with the wider AtkinsRéalis business, as influenced by the strategy.
  • Develop a positive team ethos and continue to create opportunities for the team's development.
  • Continually monitor progress against targets, identify risks and provide solutions to achieve successful business outcomes.



Business Development:

  • Support with the estimating business development activity.
  • Support with the review of our Key Account Management Plans for all key clients.
  • Monitor and manage estimating activity and associated expenditure within your remit.
  • Generate high quality thought leadership material for use on the website & in the market.
  • Secure year-on-year margin improvement on project delivery.
  • Further develop our Off-shore capability including managing their use on project delivery.



Monitor and control compliance with all key metrics, including (but not limited to):

  • Project Health Checks Risk register review and updates Utilisation PSR Completion Timesheets Account management.
  • Support the account management team to maximise our impact.
  • Enhance the reputation of our business.
  • Increase our share of the clients spend.
  • Exploit opportunities for cross selling our full spectrum of services & locations.
  • Leading interfaces with design and engineering elements of our business.
  • Upskilling others and providing career growth opportunity.
  • Drive high levels of client satisfaction.



Project leadership:

  • Having leadership skills necessary to direct and manage the project team having responsibility, under minimum supervision, delivering portfolios and projects relating to highways, Rail and other infrastructure sectors.
  • Be the ambassador for AtkinsRéalis your profession and the professional institution to which you belong.
  • Providing guidance and technical advice to different stakeholders, including effectively chairing meetings.
  • Clear understanding of and competence in project commercial accountability.



Technical leadership:

  • Actively broaden your experience and expertise in line with the core competencies.
  • Have an up-to-date and developing knowledge of legal and technical matters relevant to the work you do, and the law of the region or country in which you practice.
  • Participating in relevant internal/external training initiatives. Applying the rules of quality assurance and environmental management.
  • Managing the client relationship and service delivery.
  • Proven track record of working in a consultancy environment, delivering exceptional projects, and managing teams. Chartered with RICS, ICE, AACE, ACostE or similar.



Requirements:

  • Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, ACostE, ICES or similar relevant professional association and NVQ Level 3 in Project Controls.
  • Degree or equivalent experience or achieved NVQ Level 2 in Project Controls.
  • Quantity surveying skills and comprehensive understanding of the construction industry.
  • Familiarity of government initiatives and policies

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