Senior Cost Planner / Estimator (Contract – 6 Months)Location: London (40% office based and home working)Contract Type: Initial 6-month engagementSector: General ConstructionMoveATech are working with a global consultancy and we are seeking an experienced Senior Cost Planner / Estimator to support one of our major clients on a contract basis. This is a London-based role, initially for 6 months, working on general construction projects and playing a key role in cost planning, estimating, and bid delivery from early feasibility through to contract commitment.The RoleReporting into the Cost Planning and Commercial Leads, you will take full accountability for all cost planning and estimating activities, working closely with internal teams, external consultants, and clients throughout the project lifecycle.You will be heavily involved in external bid estimating, supporting projects from inception and feasibility stage through to Leadership Team and Commitment Reviews, ensuring full compliance with internal governance and approval processes.Key ResponsibilitiesLead all cost planning and estimating activities from Development Brief through to Contract PricePrepare and manage cost plans at various RIBA stages, including commentary and supporting documentationCoordinate all aspects of bids, including preliminaries, fees, value engineering, and cost plan submissionsTake ownership of all financial inputs, reviewing and validating data from multi-disciplinary teamsSupport bid and project teams with conversion strategies, risk evaluation, and commercial analysisSecure and analyse market prices for trade packages in collaboration with commercial teamsParticipate in and evaluate value engineering solutionsManage cost planning inputs alongside Project Management, Procurement, Design, Planning, Legal, Insurance, and Construction teamsProduce documentation for Management, Business Unit, and Commitment Reviews in line with governance requirementsPrepare cost planning tender documentation and preliminaries for first and second stage bidsCapture and analyse cost data for benchmarking and forecastingSupport change control and major variations during conversion and deliveryTake off quantities from Concept Design through to RIBA Stage 4Present cost plans clearly and confidently at senior‑level reviewsEnsure programmes and deliverables are met, proactively addressing any slippagePromote collaboration, clear communication, and a positive team environmentHealth, Safety & GovernanceActively contribute to safety and risk management processes, including Risk & Opportunity at Design (ROAD) and Principal Designer activitiesSupport compliance with company Minimum Requirements and governance standardsAbout YouProven experience as a Senior Cost Planner / Estimator within the construction sectorStrong background in external bid estimating and cost planningAble to work independently with full accountability for outputsStrong commercial awareness and understanding of contract conditionsConfident communicator, able to challenge constructively and influence decisionsExperienced in using cost planning software and toolsAbility to price from first principles (desirable but not essential)Sector expertise in one or more construction markets is advantageousWhy Apply?Opportunity to work with a major construction client on high‑profile projectsImmediate impact role with significant responsibilityCompetitive contract engagement with potential extensionPlease forward your CV and we can discuss day rates. Adam at MoveATech is managing this role #J-18808-Ljbffr