Lead Cost Estimator

LEAD COST ESTIMATOR

DYCE, ABERDEEN

Are you an experienced Cost Estimator ready to take the lead on major engineering and construction projects?

We’re looking for a Lead Cost Estimator to drive estimating strategy, deliver competitive project estimates and support key commercial decisions across a growing engineering group.

The Role:

• Lead cost estimates across engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning.
• Coordinate inputs from multidisciplinary teams and evaluate supplier/subcontractor quotations.
• Manage cost modelling, benchmarking, risk analysis and contingency planning.
• Develop estimating processes, databases and cost standards.
• Lead, mentor and develop estimating team members.
• Support tender submissions, project controls and commercial performance.

What We’re Looking For:

• Senior-level cost estimating experience, ideally across large-scale engineering and construction projects.
• Proven experience leading and developing a team.
• Degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Cost Engineering or a related discipline.
• Strong commercial awareness, analytical skills and attention to detail.
• RICS or AACE/CCP membership would be advantageous.

Location: Aberdeen (with travel to other group locations)
Hours: Full Time, 37.5 hours per week. Hybrid working available