Estimating Standards Manager (Estimator)

Help us to make a world of difference

Urenco is a global leader in the production of low carbon energy. We work at the cutting edge of the transition to a sustainable, net zero world.

We’re looking for an Estimating Standards Manager . Based at our Capenhurst site, you’ll act as subject matter expert and provide oversight for estimating activity within a busy projects management and PMO function, with a project portfolio in excess of £500m. You will also manage a team of 5+ cost and estimating professionals.

At Urenco we’re committed to giving you opportunities to be your best. If you feel you meet some, but not all of what were looking for, please still apply. We believe in embracing the passion and potential of our people, and to achieve this we offer market leading training and development experiences. Along with the opportunity to be mentored and coached by some of the smartest minds in the industry.

What you’ll do:

• Provide functional accountability for the effective application of Urenco standards, and be responsible for cost estimating output for Urenco projects
• Managing a team of 5+
• Being accountable for the development and maintenance of Urenco’s processes and procedures for project estimating.
• Responsibility for the project cost estimating framework specific to the organisation
• Ensure alignment between the business objectives and the project estimating standards
• Ensure alignment between contractual requirements and project estimating standards
• Active participation in assurance reviews
• Maintain an overview of subject matter expert’s skills and competencies and provide development of project support resources both contract and staff
• Approval of exceptions and deviations from standards
• Quality control of project controls deliverables

What do you need to thrive in this role?

• Proven professional in staff or contractor (ASW) roles throughout career as the central focus of experience
• Suitably qualified in a higher level qualification, in a subject relevant to Estimating
• Project Management or Project controls Qualification / Accreditation such as APM, PMI, AACE or equivalent useful
• Experience in the ability to utilise critical project management concepts (specifically EVM, estimating, risk)
• Demonstrable acumen in developing and implementing strategies that successfully deliver project to business objectives (safety, budget, cost, benefits) in alignment with industry best practices
• Demonstrable ability in developing high performing professionals, communicating strategy and guiding a team accountable for delivery

What can you expect from us?

More than just a job, we offer a future. More than just a place to work, we provide an opportunity to prosper. As an employee of Urenco you will receive:

• Annual leave starting at 25 days, which increases by one day for every two years of service up to a maximum of 30 days. In addition, you will accrue 13 additional days off to be used flexibly. There’s also a newly added scheme for buying and selling holiday, up to 5 days.
• A diverse range of family friendly policies.
• A generous bonus scheme.
• A defined contribution pension scheme with up to 16% employer’s contribution.
• Single private medical and dental cover.
• Flexible benefits package including life assurance and income protection. In addition, you’ll have an opportunity to purchase additional benefits that suit your lifestyle and take advantage of tax and NI savings.
• Education and training we take pride in helping people learn and develop by supporting, accelerating and directing your learning. As well as the completion of mandatory health and safety courses, training packages will be offered to meet your specific needs.

Creating a diverse and inclusive workforce
As a truly global company with a presence in the UK, USA, Germany, and the Netherlands, we know that our individual differences make us stronger. Putting people at the heart of our business, we strive to create an open and inclusive workplace that allows every voice to be heard and diversity to thrive. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, please let our talent acquisition team know.
Because together, we are one Urenco. We are enriching the world. And enriching your future