Electrical Transmission Cost Estimator

4 weeks ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Arcadis Full time

Arcadis is a leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. We are a global team of experts dedicated to improving quality of life. Our mission is to accelerate a planet-positive future, and we need your expertise to make it happen.

About the Role:

As a Cost Estimator, you will play a critical role in our strategy to achieve a Net-Zero carbon footprint. You will specialize in estimating costs for critical infrastructure projects within the Electricity Transmission sector. Your expertise will be instrumental in supporting planning and executing construction or modifications to overhead lines, substations, buried cables, and power tunnels. You will work closely with strategic sourcing, contract management, and project teams, contributing to the accuracy and quality of cost plans and estimates while supporting winning bidding strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Cost Estimation: Develop detailed and accurate cost plans and estimates for various construction activities (civil, mechanical, and electrical) within high-voltage electrical projects (kV to kV).
  • Project Optimisation: Provide critical insights to support project development, identify cost-effective solutions, and promote continuous improvement. This includes conducting cost-benefit analyses, identifying potential risks and opportunities, and supporting Senior Management strategies to optimize project outcomes.
  • Bid Analysis: Competitively assess and benchmark bids, presenting findings to project teams and contributing to informed decision-making.

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Essential:
  • Proven experience in infrastructure cost planning and estimating within the Electrical Transmission industry.
  • Deep knowledge of high-voltage electrical construction projects, encompassing overhead lines, substations, and cable systems.
  • Deep understanding of construction techniques, materials, and their associated costs.
  • Demonstrated ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and project documentation.
  • Proficiency in using relevant cost planning and estimating software (CANDY and Cost-X).
  • Desirable:
  • Professional membership (CIOB, RICS, ICE, etc.).
  • Experience in project risk assessment and contingency planning for regulated companies.
  • Familiarity with relevant industry standards and regulations.
  • Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
  • National security vetting: clearance levels (Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) - and Security Check (SC)). This is a requirement for all employees due to the sensitive nature of our work in the Electricity Transmission industry.

Key Skills & Attributes:

  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
  • Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently, in small teams, and proactively.
  • Passion for driving efficiency, innovation, and delivering results.

We believe everyone's contribution matters, and we are committed to equality, diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day, and we hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people.

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