Senior Cost Estimation Manager

3 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Mace Full time

At Mace, we strive to push the limits of ambition. Our mission is to create environments that are responsible and impactful, enhancing the lives of our people, communities, and societies worldwide. To discover more about our mission, culture, and values, please visit our website.

Within our consultancy division, we leverage our unique blend of advanced practical knowledge and project delivery expertise to unlock the potential of every initiative.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a proactive and innovative Senior MEP Estimating Manager to join our dynamic and expanding team in London, specifically within our Mace MEP services division.

Your role will involve providing commercial guidance in the formulation of precise and verifiable detailed estimates and cost plans. This includes determining the net construction costs and estimating essential components such as staffing and preliminary expenses.

Our workforce is the cornerstone of our organization. While we share collective ambitions, we also recognize individual aspirations. This philosophy extends to all individuals impacted by our work. We empower and motivate each other, our clients, and all collaborators to embrace challenges and envision possibilities beyond current limitations.

Since our inception, we have continuously sought better methodologies. Our mission—to redefine the boundaries of ambition—drives our existence and propels us forward, enabling us to create a lasting legacy.

Our Core Values:

  • Safety First - Ensuring everyone returns home safe and sound.
  • Client Focus - Delivering on our commitments.
  • Integrity - Upholding ethical standards.
  • Creating Opportunities - Empowering our people to thrive.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Leading a team in preparing estimates and cost plans for various projects, adhering to established estimating protocols.
  • Being accountable for compiling team schedules and collaborating with both internal and external stakeholders as necessary.
  • Coordinating measurement activities, including the preparation of quantity schedules.
  • Managing benchmarking exercises to validate estimates.
  • Overseeing the quality assurance of estimates, ensuring they meet project requirements.
  • Presenting complex estimating and risk modeling data to stakeholders, providing insights for both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Demonstrating comprehensive knowledge of project estimates to key stakeholders.
  • Analyzing quotations as part of the estimate compilation process.
  • Providing senior management and stakeholders with analytical insights, modeling scenarios, and leveraging commercial expertise.
  • Collaborating towards the shared goal of achieving net-zero carbon transitions and proactively managing associated carbon emissions during project execution.
  • Possessing a solid understanding of construction contracts, measurement rules, and cost structures.
  • Exhibiting advanced proficiency in Excel, estimating tools, and building information modeling.
  • Understanding cost breakdown structures (CBS) and work breakdown structures (WBS).
  • Grasping the design process and its outputs.
  • Developing comprehensive cost models, including indirect costs and preliminaries.

Qualifications:

  • A RICS accredited degree in quantity surveying or commercial management.
  • Significant experience in commercial management within the London construction sector.
  • Digital proficiency, with the ability to foster enduring client relationships and lead motivated teams.
  • A background in construction or project management, with a desire to advance your career and explore the opportunities Mace offers.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from a diverse range of candidates. If you feel you do not meet all the criteria, we encourage you to apply, as you may still be the ideal candidate for this or another position within our organization.

We are also open to discussing part-time, flexible, and hybrid working arrangements where applicable.



  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom oilandgas Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Cost Estimator/Senior Cost Estimator to join our team at oilandgas. As a key member of our Project Controls function, you will play a critical role in ensuring the successful delivery of our projects.Key ResponsibilitiesProject Setup and Maintenance: Establish and maintain accurate project records in our Enterprise...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom oilandgas Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Cost Estimator/Senior Cost Estimator to join our team at oilandgas. As a key member of our Project Controls function, you will play a critical role in ensuring the successful delivery of our projects.Key ResponsibilitiesProject Setup and Maintenance: Establish and maintain accurate project records in our Enterprise...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom AtkinsRéalis Full time

    Job Title: Senior Estimator/Estimating Manager at AtkinsRéalisWe are AtkinsRéalis, a leading design, engineering, and project management company that thrives on connecting people, data, and technology to revolutionize infrastructure and energy systems worldwide.As a Senior Estimator or Estimating Manager, you will play a crucial role in shaping...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom AtkinsRéalis Full time

    Job Title: Senior Estimator/Estimating Manager at AtkinsRéalisWe are AtkinsRéalis, a leading design, engineering, and project management company that thrives on connecting people, data, and technology to revolutionize infrastructure and energy systems worldwide.As a Senior Estimator or Estimating Manager, you will play a crucial role in shaping...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Arcadis Full time

    Arcadis is a leading consultancy firm delivering sustainable solutions for natural and built assets.We are a global team of experts dedicated to improving quality of life. With a strong focus on innovation and collaboration, we work together to solve complex challenges and deliver impactful results.About the Role:As a Senior Cost Estimator, you will play a...

  • Senior Cost Estimator

    2 hours ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Arcadis Full time

    Arcadis is a leading consultancy firm delivering sustainable solutions for natural and built assets.We are a global team of experts dedicated to improving quality of life. With a strong focus on innovation and collaboration, we work together to solve complex challenges and deliver impactful results.About the Role:As a Senior Cost Estimator, you will play a...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Orion Electrotech Full time

    Job Title: Senior Cost EstimatorLocation: London (Within a 60-minute commute)Company Overview: Orion Electrotech is a dynamic and innovative construction company based in London, specializing in managing and overseeing complex construction projects. Our unique approach involves subcontracting all labour, focusing on project and site management to ensure...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Orion Electrotech Full time

    Job Title: Senior Cost EstimatorLocation: London (Within a 60-minute commute)Company Overview: Orion Electrotech is a dynamic and innovative construction company based in London, specializing in managing and overseeing complex construction projects. Our unique approach involves subcontracting all labour, focusing on project and site management to ensure...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Flagship Consulting Full time

    About the RoleFlagship Consulting is seeking a highly skilled Senior Project Cost Estimator to join our team. As a Senior Estimator, you will play a key role in delivering large-scale infrastructure projects, working closely with our clients to ensure successful project outcomes.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain accurate cost estimates for...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Flagship Consulting Full time

    About the RoleFlagship Consulting is seeking a highly skilled Senior Project Cost Estimator to join our team. As a Senior Estimator, you will play a key role in delivering large-scale infrastructure projects, working closely with our clients to ensure successful project outcomes.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain accurate cost estimates for...

  • Cost Estimator

    21 hours ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Search Full time

    Job Summary:We are seeking a skilled Cost Estimator to join our team at Search. As a key member of our construction team, you will be responsible for developing detailed and accurate cost plans and estimates for various construction activities.Key Responsibilities:Develop detailed and accurate cost plans and estimates for various construction activities...

  • Cost Estimator

    18 hours ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Search Full time

    Job Summary:We are seeking a skilled Cost Estimator to join our team at Search. As a key member of our construction team, you will be responsible for developing detailed and accurate cost plans and estimates for various construction activities.Key Responsibilities:Develop detailed and accurate cost plans and estimates for various construction activities...

  • Senior Cost Estimator

    3 weeks ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Core Group Full time £50,000 - £95,000

    Core Group is excited to present a remarkable opportunity for a seasoned Cost Estimator to become a vital part of our client's team within the Commercial construction sector.Compensation: £50,000 to £95,000 (based on experience) + benefits packageRole Overview:Your responsibilities will encompass the following:Prepare and distribute tender documentation to...

  • Cost Estimator

    3 weeks ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Premises Recruitment Ltd Full time

    Position OverviewCost Estimators - Luxury Residential ProjectsPremises Recruitment Ltd is collaborating with several reputable main contractors specializing in the Luxury and High-End Residential sector.The current opportunities available for Cost Estimators are outlined below:1) Central London£75,000 to £95,000 + benefits or equivalent for Ltd CompanyA...

  • Senior Estimator

    3 days ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom AtkinsRéalis Full time

    Job Title: Senior Estimator/Estimating Manager at AtkinsRéalisWe are AtkinsRéalis, a leading consulting engineering and project management company that thrives on connecting people, data, and technology to revolutionize infrastructure and energy systems worldwide.Contribute to prestigious construction projects globally by joining our Project & Programme...

  • Senior Estimator

    7 days ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom AtkinsRéalis Full time

    Job Title: Senior Estimator/Estimating Manager at AtkinsRéalisWe are AtkinsRéalis, a leading consulting engineering and project management company that thrives on connecting people, data, and technology to revolutionize infrastructure and energy systems worldwide.Contribute to prestigious construction projects globally by joining our Project & Programme...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Arcadis Full time

    About the RoleArcadis is seeking an experienced Commercial Director to lead the growth of our cost planning and estimating capability in the Water and Energy Sectors. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for working with account leadership to establish a pipeline of work and build a team of estimators capable of meeting the growing demands of...

  • Cost Estimator

    21 hours ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Turner & Townsend Group Full time

    Job DescriptionTurner & Townsend Group is seeking experienced professionals to join our team as Estimators and Senior Estimators in the Infrastructure sector. We have opportunities available in our offices in London, Birmingham, Bristol, and Manchester.As an Estimator at Turner & Townsend Group, you will support clients within our organization or through...

  • Cost Estimator

    18 hours ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Turner & Townsend Group Full time

    Job DescriptionTurner & Townsend Group is seeking experienced professionals to join our team as Estimators and Senior Estimators in the Infrastructure sector. We have opportunities available in our offices in London, Birmingham, Bristol, and Manchester.As an Estimator at Turner & Townsend Group, you will support clients within our organization or through...

  • Cost Estimator

    14 hours ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Turner & Townsend Group Full time

    Join Our Team as a Cost EstimatorAt Turner & Townsend Group, we're passionate about delivering sustainable outcomes for our clients, helping our people realize their potential, and contributing to a prosperous society.We're committed to driving change and being part of it, bringing clarity to teams across the real estate, infrastructure, and natural...