Cost Estimator for Nuclear Energy Projects

4 weeks ago


Chester, Cheshire, United Kingdom Boccard UK Limited Full time

At Boccard UK Limited, we are seeking an experienced Cost Estimator to join our team in the nuclear energy industry. This is a crucial role in our organisation and will be responsible for reviewing all enquiries and providing competitive proposals for large projects.

About Us

We are a leading specialist in engineering, manufacturing, construction, and maintenance in the nuclear energy industry. Our company has a strong presence in the sector, and we are committed to delivering high-quality services to our clients.

Job Description

The successful candidate will be the key point of contact to interface with departments within the business in relation to estimating, including the Project Management Office, Finance, Engineering, IT, and Commercial. The responsibilities of this role include:

  • Analytical cost estimates and tenders from receipt of enquiry to tender submission on a variety of build projects.
  • Researching the cost of items such as materials, transport, labour, and equipment to ensure the best price and quality is identified.
  • Collaborating with relevant team members to ensure that prices obtained from external suppliers or sub-contractors are accurate and competitive.
  • Coordinating all costs and compiling the quotation document and package of information to be submitted to the customer.
  • Writing tender documents and preparing tender packs.
  • Preparing post-bid submissions and organising responses to requests for clarification.
  • Managing the development of customer presentations (pre and post proposal).
  • Liaising with BUK management team, particularly with the Project Director and Managing Director, to ensure quotations reflect agreements made with customers.
  • Analysing drawings, specifications, and other documentation to prepare comprehensive build cost estimates.
  • Participating in design development to assess buildability, materials, innovation, and cost effectiveness of proposals.
  • Providing high-level pricing information early in the tender process for optioneering and budgeting.
About You

We are looking for a qualified individual with previous experience in a similar role, leading cost-estimating related services on large-scale and complex projects, programmes, and portfolios in an engineering or technical environment, ideally in the nuclear industry.

You should have a qualification in civil/structural engineering, mechanical engineering, or business management, with relevant experience and commercial and contract expertise.

Above all, you must have the ability to communicate and influence key stakeholders effectively.

Salary and Benefits

The estimated salary for this role is £60,000 - £80,000 per annum, depending on experience. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits, including a comprehensive pension scheme, life assurance, and annual leave entitlement.



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