Lead Estimator & Cost Planning Infrastructure

Description:

About The Role
Lead Estimator & Cost Planning for Infrastructure (UK & Europe)

Progress to Director | Shape Major Projects | Inspire Teams

Location: London (with UK & Europe remit)

Join a Team That Builds the Future

At Currie and Brown, we don’t just estimate costs - we shape the success of the UK and Europe’s most ambitious infrastructure projects. If you’re ready to lead, innovate, and grow, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Your Role

As Lead Estimator, you’ll deliver high-quality estimating and cost planning services across major infrastructure programmes-Rail, Aviation, Highways, and Energy. You’ll manage complex estimates, guide design decisions, and ensure commercial viability through robust cost analysis.

What sets us apart?

* Structured career progression to Director level

* Opportunities to lead teams, and take P&L responsibility

* Influence strategy and mentor talent

* Be at the forefront of cost advisory innovation

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you'll inspire early careers talent and help foster a culture of continuous improvement, while reviewing team outputs to ensure excellence in delivery. You'll be responsible for constructing bids and proposals for new work, actively identifying cross-selling opportunities, and representing the company in client and consultant interfaces throughout all stages of a project. As you progress toward Director level, you'll follow a structured development pathway and meet performance milestones, taking ownership of P&L for a defined segment of the infrastructure business. You'll also champion innovation and best practice across the estimating discipline.

* Manage the estimating and cost planning process across full project lifecycles

* Develop and implement estimating strategies, ensuring compliance and consistency

* Prepare initial cost plans at pre-concept and concept stages, refining through to detailed design

* Apply deep sector knowledge and leverage market data for robust forecasting

* Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver sector-specific solutions

* Line manage and mentor high-performing teams locally and nationally

What You’ll Bring

* Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field (preferred)

* Chartered or working towards RICS or equivalent

* High standard of estimating or quantity surveying experience (consultancy or contractor background)

* Proven experience on major infrastructure programmes (Rail, Aviation, Highways, Energy)

* Operational finance and internal project reporting experience

* Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage staff effectively

* Role model for junior staff and advocate for best practices in estimating

Why Join Us?

Growth: Structured pathway to Director, with real influence on business strategy
Impact: Work on landmark projects that shape communities and economies
Culture: Collaborative, innovative, and supportive environment
Recognition: Competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for advancement