Lead Estimator & Cost Planning Infrastructure (UK & Europe)
- london, england, United Kingdom
- £50 - £70 Per Hour
Job Description
About The Role
LeadEstimator & Cost Planning for Infrastructure (UK & Europe)
Location:London (with UK & Europe remit)
Joina Team That Builds the Future
At Currieand Brown, we don’t just estimate costs - we shape the success of the UK andEurope’s most ambitious infrastructure projects. If you’re ready to lead,innovate, and grow, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.
YourRole
AsLead Estimator, you’ll deliver high-quality estimating and cost planningservices across major infrastructure programmes-Rail, Aviation, Highways, andEnergy. You’ll manage complex estimates, guide design decisions, and ensurecommercial viability through robust cost analysis.
Whatsets us apart?
- Structured careerprogression to Director level
- Opportunities to leadteams, and take P&L responsibility
- Influence strategy andmentor talent
- Be at the forefront ofcost advisory innovation
Key Responsibilities
In this role, you'll inspire early careers talent and helpfoster a culture of continuous improvement, while reviewing team outputs toensure excellence in delivery. You'll be responsible for constructing bids andproposals for new work, actively identifying cross-selling opportunities, andrepresenting the company in client and consultant interfaces throughout allstages of a project. As you progress toward Director level, you'll follow astructured development pathway and meet performance milestones, takingownership of P&L for a defined segment of the infrastructure business.You'll also champion innovation and best practice across the estimatingdiscipline.
- Manage the estimatingand cost planning process across full project lifecycles
- Develop and implementestimating strategies, ensuring compliance and consistency
- Prepare initial costplans at pre-concept and concept stages, refining through to detaileddesign
- Apply deep sectorknowledge and leverage market data for robust forecasting
- Collaborate withmultidisciplinary teams to deliver sector-specific solutions
- Line manage and mentorhigh-performing teams locally and nationally
WhatYou’ll Bring
- Degree in QuantitySurveying or related field (preferred)
- Chartered or workingtowards RICS or equivalent
- High standard ofestimating or quantity surveying experience (consultancy or contractorbackground)
- Operational finance andinternal project reporting experience
- Demonstrated ability tolead teams and manage staff effectively
- Role model for juniorstaff and advocate for best practices in estimating
WhyJoin Us?
- Growth: Structured pathway toDirector, with real influence on business strategy
- Impact: Work on landmarkprojects that shape communities and economies
- Culture: Collaborative,innovative, and supportive environment
- Recognition: Competitive salary,benefits, and opportunities for advancement