Senior Estimator / Cost Planner – Transport & Infrastructure – Rail

Here at CPC we are seeking an experienced Cost Planner to join a major rail infrastructure programme based in Leeds.

This is far more than a traditional estimating role. It’s a strategic, client‑facing cost planning position embedded within a live, high‑value delivery environment, working under an NEC contract framework on complex infrastructure works.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support cost planning activities across major rail infrastructure work packages
• Develop, maintain and interrogate robust cost estimates, forecasts and cost plans throughout the project lifecycle
• Support pricing strategy and commercial decision‑making within an NEC contract environment
• Contribute to risk, value and change management processes
• Work closely with delivery teams, engineers and commercial stakeholders
• Provide cost assurance, benchmarking and challenge to support governance and approvals
• Support forecasting cycl...