Principal Estimating and Cost Modelling Consultant

Overview

Principal Estimating and Cost Modelling Consultant - Associate Director level

Oxford (Mixture of home, office and client sites) • Permanent • Full-time with flexible working and core hours

Responsibilities

• Lead the creation and assurance of labour and material cost models for major programmes.
• Develop and implement cost estimation frameworks, ensuring alignment with industry standards.
• Oversee benchmarking, parametric modelling, and cost forecasting activities.
• Provide expert input into business cases, investment appraisals, and funding submissions.
• Conduct risk and uncertainty analysis, including Monte Carlo simulations and sensitivity testing.
• Collaborate with engineering, commercial, and project controls teams to ensure cost integration.
• Represent the cost function in client and stakeholder engagements, articulating cost drivers and value opportunities.
• Drive digital transformation in estimating, including automation and integration with BIM and project controls systems.
• Mentor and develop junior consultants, contributing to internal training and capability building.
• Support bid/no-bid decisions and strategic pricing for tenders.

What we're looking for

• Relevant experience in Estimating/Cost Management; experience in the Nuclear / Civil engineering / Engineering (Including Service Contracting) sectors is essential.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal; methodical thinking and strong organisational, problem-solving, negotiating, finance and numeracy skills.
• Ideally HNC, HND or Degree qualified in Cost Management, Construction Law, or similar; or applicants with an alternative background (e.g., Engineering) may be considered.
• Strong knowledge of procurement processes and cost assurance frameworks.
• Proficiency in Excel, cost modelling tools, and statistical analysis techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and influence senior stakeholders.
• Professional qualifications and/or membership of the RICS, CIOB, CICES, CIPS or other relevant Chartered Institute are desirable, and will be supported if not already attained.

What we can offer you in return

• Clear opportunities to develop and grow your career through training and further qualifications
• Fantastic networking opportunities to grow your personal brand and expand your understanding of the industry
• Generous holiday allowance plus the option to purchase additional days through the holiday purchase scheme
• Highly competitive salary and the opportunity to increase this through continuous reviews
• Employee Assistance Programme to ensure your health and personal well-being comes first
• Our global travel scholarship programme gives you the unique opportunity to gain global experience
• Flexible working arrangements to ensure you have a healthy work-life balance
• Volunteering opportunities to engage with your local community or charitable organisations
• Unparalleled support from central teams and a company that is recognised as a Great Place to Work certified employer

About us

Gleeds is a global property and construction consultancy with over 150 years of expertise, operating in 28 countries worldwide. From iconic landmarks to critical infrastructure, we drive innovation, sustainability and value, delivering transformative projects that shape communities and redefine the built environment.