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Mott Macdonald

Senior Estimator

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Mott Macdonald
A global engineering, management, and development consultancy delivering innovative solutions.
Cost estimator for infrastructure projects across UK sectors, delivering estimates.
8d ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Brighton, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
17,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Project Management
Architecture
Design
Construction services
Infrastructure
Sustainability
Sector Specialisms
Engineering
Architecture
Bridges
Building services
Building structures
Dams and reservoirs
Geotechnics
Industrialized design and construction
Role
What you would be doing
risk management
technical mentorship
cost estimating
wbs management
project leadership
estimate reporting
  • Support risk and contingency management within a project team environment
  • Provide Technical Mentorship to Early Career Professionals
  • Develop comprehensive cost estimates through all project stages, from concept to delivery and handover
  • Implement best practices and consider sustainability in estimating processes
  • Establish and manage Work Breakdown and Cost Breakdown Structures
  • Lead projects and project teams independently
  • Produce and communicate basis of estimate reports to stakeholders
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to capture and record the scope of estimating activities
What you bring
engineering degree
mrics
candy
totex
cost estimating
water infrastructure
  • A degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or equivalent relevant experience
  • Proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients and colleagues
  • Proven track record in independently delivering, or leading on delivery of specific packages within, cost estimates at Feasibility, Optioneering, Detail design and/or Tender stage
  • Extensive experience in infrastructure projects, within the water sector
  • ACostE, MRICS, or MCIOB qualified, or actively working towards these certifications
  • Familiarity with industry-standard estimating software such as CANDY, CONQUEST, or CAUSEWAY COST EX
  • Comprehensive understanding of TOTEX (Total Expenditure) calculations
Benefits
  • Our income protection scheme provides a financial benefit, as well as absence and return to work support due to long-term illness or injury.
  • Comprehensive Training: Benefit from our Estimating Excellence Training Academy, designed to support your professional growth and upskilling
  • Global Reach: While our work locations are pan-UK, we also engage in global projects, offering a truly international experience
  • Enhanced family leave policies, including 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave, and two weeks paid paternity/partner leave.
  • Career Progression: Enjoy clear career progression opportunities within our dedicated and growing practice of over 120 estimating professionals
  • Ability to flex your salary to opt into a wide range of health benefits, many of which can be extended to your family too.
  • A minimum of 33-35 days holiday each year, inclusive of public holidays and dependent on level, with the ability to buy or sell leave through our flexible benefits programme.
  • Primary annual professional institution subscription.
  • Secured Workload: Be part of a team with a secured workload pipeline of over £100m in Estimating work
  • We match employee pension contributions between 4.5% and 7%.
  • Up to five additional days leave are provided for those with significant caring responsibilities, two of which are paid.
  • Access to Peppy, providing free support from menopause experts for all UK colleagues.
  • Flexible benefits, including increased life assurance cover, critical illness insurance, payroll saving and will writing.
  • Holiday entitlement increased to a minimum of 35 days after 5 years’ service.
  • As an independently owned business we share the financial success of the business with all our colleagues in various ways including annual bonus schemes.
  • A variety of wellbeing support is available through our comprehensive wellbeing program, including access for you and your family.
  • Our shared parental leave matches maternity leave meaning we pay up to 24 weeks at full pay.
  • Variety of employee saving schemes and discounts from high-street retailers.
  • Private medical insurance for all UK colleagues.
  • Life assurance equal up to 4 x your basic salary, with an option to increase the level of cover to 6 x your salary.
  • Health cash plan to support you with every day health costs and treatments.
  • Diverse Projects: Work on projects ranging from £100k to £100bn in value, providing a broad spectrum of experience
  • A broad range of opportunities to enhance both technical and soft skills through mentoring, formal training, and self-development options.
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
  • no skilled worker visa sponsorship offered; only candidates with alternative immigration routes eligible.
Security clearance
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Company
Overview
1989 Founded
Company Establishment
The company was established in 1989, marking the beginning of its journey in global engineering and consulting.
150+ Countries
Global Presence
The company operates in over 150 countries, showcasing its extensive reach and international influence.
  • Delivering complex projects that require both technical expertise and strategic vision.
  • Design of major infrastructure and transport systems.
  • Specializing in sustainable solutions to address challenges and capitalize on opportunities.
  • History built on innovation and forward-thinking engineering, consistently delivering impactful results.
Culture + Values
  • We are one global team.
  • We strive to make a positive difference.
  • We value people and their contributions.
  • We act with integrity and respect.
  • We are committed to innovation and excellence.
  • We take responsibility for our actions.
Environment + Sustainability
2050
Net Zero by 2050
Aiming to achieve net zero carbon emissions globally.
30%
Carbon Emissions Reduction
Targets a 30% reduction in operational carbon emissions globally.
  • Committed to reducing carbon emissions globally.
  • Aims to embed sustainability throughout its operations.
  • Committed to contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Inclusion & Diversity
50:50 by 2025
Gender Balance Target
Strives to achieve equal representation of men and women across all levels of the organization by 2025.
  • Focuses on increasing the number of women in leadership roles.
  • Tracks and publishes gender diversity data for its global workforce.
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