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Cost Estimator
Job Posted: 6 days ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Contract
Location: Warwick, Warwickshire
Expire in: 22 days
Job Description
Cost Estimator
Location: Warwick (Hybrid - 1-2 days per week)
Pay Rate: £450 per day (Inside IR35)
Contract Length: 6-month contract (potential extension)
The Opportunity
We're supporting a major infrastructure programme seeking a Cost Estimator to play a key role in improving cost visibility and financial control across a complex, high-profile project.
This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a high-impact role, working alongside project, commercial, and finance teams to bring structure, clarity, and confidence to project spend.
If you enjoy working in a collaborative environment and thrive on bringing order to complexity, this role offers genuine influence and ownership from day one.
Key Responsibilities
Manage cost tracking, validation, and reporting across the project
Support the monthly reporting cycle, including actuals and forward forecasting
Produce accurate cost forecasts and monitor variances against budget
Work closely with:
Project Managers
Quantity Surveyors (QS)
Finance teams
Ensure consistent and accurate flow of financial information between teams
Support cost allocation and analysis across project workstreams
Help establish and improve cost control processes and reporting structures
Contribute to improving confidence in project cost visibility and forecastingWhat We're Looking For
Essential
Proven experience in cost control, cost engineering, or project cost management
Strong understanding of:
Forecasting
Cost tracking and reporting
Variance analysis
Excellent financial acumen and attention to detail
Strong Excel skills
Experience working with multiple stakeholders across projects or functions
Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environmentDesirable
Experience in:
Infrastructure, engineering, or regulated environments
Joint venture (JV) or cost-sharing environments
Exposure to commercial frameworks (e.g. NEC, FIDIC)
Experience working alongside project delivery and commercial teamsPlease note: Due to the high volume of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours, unfortunately, your application has not been successful on this occasion. However, we may retain your details for any future suitable vacancies and contact you accordingly.
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