IES Utilities Group Ltd
Job Title: Estimator Multi-utility / Civils Location: Remote or can work from office Company: IES Utilities Group Ltd Business Area: Multi-utility About IES Utilities Group Ltd: IES Utilities Group Ltd is a leading UK utility Provider delivering end-to-end utility solutions. Our teams operate across Power, Gas, Water, Telecoms, District Heating and Renewables, where we provide survey, design, construction, and maintenance services nationwide. With a commitment to innovation, safety, and sustainability, IES supports clients in building and maintaining resilient, future-ready infrastructure networks across the UK. Headquartered in Manchester, IES continues to grow as a trusted partner in the utilities sector. Our vision is to be the leading utility and infrastructure services provider, Known for innovative and sustainable solutions to current and future challenges, and our mission: To enable essential utility networks and infrastructure to achieve exceptional levels of resilience and long-term value. Purpose of the Role : The successful Estimator will be responsible for supporting the estimating function across high-value, complex opportunities that are critical to the company s growth trajectory. Operating within a business with turnover up to £200m+ per annum, this role will ensure all estimates are accurate, competitive, and commercially robust, supporting the successful delivery of bids, acquisitions, and major strategic projects. Key Skills: Interpret the requirements of clients by undertaking detailed assessment of all project documents Produce estimate from first principles to include all labour, materials, sub-contractors and prelim items Cost modelling and cash flow forecasts Ability to work alone to tight deadlines as required Production of fully priced risk registers Good commercial knowledge and ability to interpret contract risks Interpretation of contract documents and identification of commercial risks Develop financial models and cost breakdowns to support business cases Presentation of estimate proposals to Senior Management and Directors in accordance with internal governance procedures Issue enquiries and benchmark prices taking consideration of stated exclusions Bid & Project Support Work with commercial and planning teams to ensure estimates support high-quality bid submissions Liaise with Operations to ensure estimates reflect all delivery requirements and capture all of the costs required to deliver the works Contribute to pricing strategies for complex frameworks, joint ventures, and strategic projects. Provide estimating input during negotiations with clients, partners, and investors. Governance & Risk Managemen t Ensure all estimates are compliant with company standards, client requirements, and regulatory frameworks. Maintain governance, audit trails, and benchmarking information to validate estimating accuracy. Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement Engage with divisional leaders, commercial teams, and technical experts to validate assumptions and ensure deliverability. Build strong relationships with suppliers, subcontractors, and partners to secure accurate pricing and market intelligence. Experience Extensive estimating experience within utilities, infrastructure, or construction, ideally across multiple sectors (power, water, gas, renewables, telecoms). The ideal candidate would be Multi-Discipline Excellent analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with experience engaging at Executive and Board levels. Key Measures of Success Timely delivery of accurate, competitive, and commercially robust estimates Positive feedback from all Managers, Department Heads of Business and Directors. What to do next: Click and apply Can also reach out and send your CV along with a cover letter
Job Title: Estimator Multi-utility / Civils Location: Remote or can work from office Company: IES Utilities Group Ltd Business Area: Multi-utility About IES Utilities Group Ltd: IES Utilities Group Ltd is a leading UK utility Provider delivering end-to-end utility solutions. Our teams operate across Power, Gas, Water, Telecoms, District Heating and Renewables, where we provide survey, design, construction, and maintenance services nationwide. With a commitment to innovation, safety, and sustainability, IES supports clients in building and maintaining resilient, future-ready infrastructure networks across the UK. Headquartered in Manchester, IES continues to grow as a trusted partner in the utilities sector. Our vision is to be the leading utility and infrastructure services provider, Known for innovative and sustainable solutions to current and future challenges, and our mission: To enable essential utility networks and infrastructure to achieve exceptional levels of resilience and long-term value. Purpose of the Role : The successful Estimator will be responsible for supporting the estimating function across high-value, complex opportunities that are critical to the company s growth trajectory. Operating within a business with turnover up to £200m+ per annum, this role will ensure all estimates are accurate, competitive, and commercially robust, supporting the successful delivery of bids, acquisitions, and major strategic projects. Key Skills: Interpret the requirements of clients by undertaking detailed assessment of all project documents Produce estimate from first principles to include all labour, materials, sub-contractors and prelim items Cost modelling and cash flow forecasts Ability to work alone to tight deadlines as required Production of fully priced risk registers Good commercial knowledge and ability to interpret contract risks Interpretation of contract documents and identification of commercial risks Develop financial models and cost breakdowns to support business cases Presentation of estimate proposals to Senior Management and Directors in accordance with internal governance procedures Issue enquiries and benchmark prices taking consideration of stated exclusions Bid & Project Support Work with commercial and planning teams to ensure estimates support high-quality bid submissions Liaise with Operations to ensure estimates reflect all delivery requirements and capture all of the costs required to deliver the works Contribute to pricing strategies for complex frameworks, joint ventures, and strategic projects. Provide estimating input during negotiations with clients, partners, and investors. Governance & Risk Managemen t Ensure all estimates are compliant with company standards, client requirements, and regulatory frameworks. Maintain governance, audit trails, and benchmarking information to validate estimating accuracy. Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement Engage with divisional leaders, commercial teams, and technical experts to validate assumptions and ensure deliverability. Build strong relationships with suppliers, subcontractors, and partners to secure accurate pricing and market intelligence. Experience Extensive estimating experience within utilities, infrastructure, or construction, ideally across multiple sectors (power, water, gas, renewables, telecoms). The ideal candidate would be Multi-Discipline Excellent analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with experience engaging at Executive and Board levels. Key Measures of Success Timely delivery of accurate, competitive, and commercially robust estimates Positive feedback from all Managers, Department Heads of Business and Directors. What to do next: Click and apply Can also reach out and send your CV along with a cover letter
Kier Group
Chalfont St. Peter, Buckinghamshire
Kier Water Projects - Expression of Interest About Kier At Kier Group, our purpose is to sustainably deliver vital infrastructure across the UK and build lasting legacies through supporting our clients and communities in which we operate. With an order book value in excess of £10bn, we're committed to building resilience and creating innovative solutions for our customers. Within our Natural Resources, Nuclear and Networks business we have been appointed to work in partnership with Thames Water, as part of the wider £840m Capital Delivery Framework AMP 8 investment plan. The framework is for a five-year period with further investment estimated to be up to £20bn by the end of 2030. The programme of works will include modernisation of clean water and wastewater non-infrastructure across London and Thames Valley regions. Career opportunities and registering your interest We're now seeking to grow our workforce and develop our resource and skills capability, in order to deliver these vital projects. We're looking to attract diverse talent with transferable skills from the previous delivery of major projects, ideally at Tier 1 level. The roles will be situated across London, Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, Oxfordshire & Hertfordshire regions and across all levels of positions including, but not limited to: Project Managers Senior Project Managers Assistant Project Managers Construction Managers Agents Sub-Agents Senior Engineers Site Engineers Works Managers General Foreman Managing Quantity Surveyors Quantity Surveyors Estimators Design Managers Design Co-ordinators Planners M&E Project Engineers Commissioning Engineers Health and Safety Advisors Environmental Advisors Document Controllers Technical Administrators If you're interested in joining us and developing a career within Kier, then please apply and register your interest today. Our team of dedicated recruiters will follow-up with you to provide further detail on these exciting opportunities and expected timelines. Upon your application, please state the job position you are interested in, your desired work location and any additional information you would like to let us know, such as open to re-locating. Our opportunities are designed to provide flexibility, where we can. Therefore, please state on your application if you have any flexible working requirements and we will aim to support where possible. Please note, a valid UK driving license is essential. Rewards and benefits We're proud to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. Want to see what we have to offer, take a closer look here. Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Keir's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here . Right to Work & Security Clearance Any expression of interest will be subject to holding the required right to work in the UK in order to comply with the relevant UK legislation. We will request to see evidence of your right to work as part of the selection process. We reserve the right to withdraw any offer should the required evidence not be provided. For some of our positions, you may also require Security Clearance as part of the vetting process. Closing Date for applications: Friday 3rd October We look forward to seeing your application to
Kier Water Projects - Expression of Interest About Kier At Kier Group, our purpose is to sustainably deliver vital infrastructure across the UK and build lasting legacies through supporting our clients and communities in which we operate. With an order book value in excess of £10bn, we're committed to building resilience and creating innovative solutions for our customers. Within our Natural Resources, Nuclear and Networks business we have been appointed to work in partnership with Thames Water, as part of the wider £840m Capital Delivery Framework AMP 8 investment plan. The framework is for a five-year period with further investment estimated to be up to £20bn by the end of 2030. The programme of works will include modernisation of clean water and wastewater non-infrastructure across London and Thames Valley regions. Career opportunities and registering your interest We're now seeking to grow our workforce and develop our resource and skills capability, in order to deliver these vital projects. We're looking to attract diverse talent with transferable skills from the previous delivery of major projects, ideally at Tier 1 level. The roles will be situated across London, Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, Oxfordshire & Hertfordshire regions and across all levels of positions including, but not limited to: Project Managers Senior Project Managers Assistant Project Managers Construction Managers Agents Sub-Agents Senior Engineers Site Engineers Works Managers General Foreman Managing Quantity Surveyors Quantity Surveyors Estimators Design Managers Design Co-ordinators Planners M&E Project Engineers Commissioning Engineers Health and Safety Advisors Environmental Advisors Document Controllers Technical Administrators If you're interested in joining us and developing a career within Kier, then please apply and register your interest today. Our team of dedicated recruiters will follow-up with you to provide further detail on these exciting opportunities and expected timelines. Upon your application, please state the job position you are interested in, your desired work location and any additional information you would like to let us know, such as open to re-locating. Our opportunities are designed to provide flexibility, where we can. Therefore, please state on your application if you have any flexible working requirements and we will aim to support where possible. Please note, a valid UK driving license is essential. Rewards and benefits We're proud to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. Want to see what we have to offer, take a closer look here. Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Keir's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here . Right to Work & Security Clearance Any expression of interest will be subject to holding the required right to work in the UK in order to comply with the relevant UK legislation. We will request to see evidence of your right to work as part of the selection process. We reserve the right to withdraw any offer should the required evidence not be provided. For some of our positions, you may also require Security Clearance as part of the vetting process. Closing Date for applications: Friday 3rd October We look forward to seeing your application to
Kier Group
Brighton, Sussex
Kier Water Projects - Expression of Interest About Kier At Kier Group, our purpose is to sustainably deliver vital infrastructure across the UK and build lasting legacies through supporting our clients and communities in which we operate. With an order book value in excess of £10bn, we're committed to building resilience and creating innovative solutions for our customers. Within our Natural Resources, Nuclear and Networks business we have been appointed to work in partnership with Southern Water, as part of the £3.1bn Strategic Development Partnership Framework AMP 8 investment plan. The framework is for an initial period of seven years with 5 yearly extensions beyond that The programme of works will include modernisation of clean water and wastewater non-infrastructure across Kent, Sussex and Hampshire. Career opportunities and registering your interest We're now seeking to grow our workforce and develop our resource and skills capability, in order to deliver these vital projects. We're looking to attract diverse talent with transferable skills from the previous delivery of major projects, ideally at Tier 1 level The roles will be situated in the Southern regions and across all levels of positions including, but not limited to: Project Managers Senior Project Managers Construction Managers Agents Engineers Works Managers General Foreman Commercial Managers Quantity Surveyors Estimators Design Managers Planners M&E Managers Commissioning Engineers If you're interested in joining us and developing a career within Kier, then please apply and register your interest today. Upon your application, please state the job position you are interested in, your desired work location and any additional information you would like to let us know, such as open to re-locating. Our opportunities are designed to provide flexibility, where we can. Therefore, please state on your application if you have any flexible working requirements and we will aim to support where possible. Please note, a valid UK driving license is essential. Rewards and benefits We're proud to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. Want to see what we have to offer, take a closer look here. Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Keir's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here . Right to Work & Security Clearance Any expression of interest will be subject to holding the required right to work in the UK in order to comply with the relevant UK legislation. We will request to see evidence of your right to work as part of the selection process. We reserve the right to withdraw any offer should the required evidence not be provided. For some of our positions, you may also require Security Clearance as part of the vetting process.
Kier Water Projects - Expression of Interest About Kier At Kier Group, our purpose is to sustainably deliver vital infrastructure across the UK and build lasting legacies through supporting our clients and communities in which we operate. With an order book value in excess of £10bn, we're committed to building resilience and creating innovative solutions for our customers. Within our Natural Resources, Nuclear and Networks business we have been appointed to work in partnership with Southern Water, as part of the £3.1bn Strategic Development Partnership Framework AMP 8 investment plan. The framework is for an initial period of seven years with 5 yearly extensions beyond that The programme of works will include modernisation of clean water and wastewater non-infrastructure across Kent, Sussex and Hampshire. Career opportunities and registering your interest We're now seeking to grow our workforce and develop our resource and skills capability, in order to deliver these vital projects. We're looking to attract diverse talent with transferable skills from the previous delivery of major projects, ideally at Tier 1 level The roles will be situated in the Southern regions and across all levels of positions including, but not limited to: Project Managers Senior Project Managers Construction Managers Agents Engineers Works Managers General Foreman Commercial Managers Quantity Surveyors Estimators Design Managers Planners M&E Managers Commissioning Engineers If you're interested in joining us and developing a career within Kier, then please apply and register your interest today. Upon your application, please state the job position you are interested in, your desired work location and any additional information you would like to let us know, such as open to re-locating. Our opportunities are designed to provide flexibility, where we can. Therefore, please state on your application if you have any flexible working requirements and we will aim to support where possible. Please note, a valid UK driving license is essential. Rewards and benefits We're proud to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. Want to see what we have to offer, take a closer look here. Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Keir's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here . Right to Work & Security Clearance Any expression of interest will be subject to holding the required right to work in the UK in order to comply with the relevant UK legislation. We will request to see evidence of your right to work as part of the selection process. We reserve the right to withdraw any offer should the required evidence not be provided. For some of our positions, you may also require Security Clearance as part of the vetting process.
