Title:  Estimating Graduate 2026 - Sutton

Subsea7 are a global leader in the delivery of offshore projects and services for the energy industry. We make the offshore energy transition possible through the continuous evolution of lower-carbon oil and gas and by enabling the growth of renewables and emerging energy.

Our vision is to make possible the global delivery of offshore energy for today and tomorrow.

Our Commercial Graduate (Estimating) Programme 2026: 

Embark on a two-year Commercial Graduate Programme in Sutton, London and begin your career in a dynamic, collaborative, and globally diverse environment. As a Graduate Estimator, you’ll be part of the Estimating team within the Tendering department, gaining hands-on experience in preparing cost estimates and commercial deliverables for offshore energy projects.

Our Commercial Graduate Programme will provide you with the skills and experience you need to make your career aspirations possible. Some of the additional benefits include:

• Access to an industry-leading structured training programme.
• On-the-job training with hands-on experience
• Travel opportunities
• A competitive salary and access to a wide range of benefits
• Flexible working environment
• A friendly and collaborative culture
• Career progression and development opportunities
• Being part of a globally diverse team
• Ongoing mentorship throughout your journey

Role Summary

As a Graduate Estimator, you will support the preparation of cost estimates and commercial inputs for tenders. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop technical, commercial, and analytical skills while contributing to real-world projects.

You’ll work closely with various departments including Engineering, Operations, Business Delivery Functions, Finance, Legal, and Insurance, gaining a broad understanding of how Subsea7 delivers complex offshore energy solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Under guidance and supervision of a Senior Tender Estimator, you will:

• Assist in building cost estimates for tenders in line with Subsea7’s Business Management System (BMS)
• Support the development of execution plans with the Senior Tender Estimator, Tender Project Manager and Tender Engineer
• Participate in cost simulations and learn to evaluate alternative technical solutions
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather inputs for tender submissions
• Help prepare commercial deliverables such as price schedules and unit rates
• Contribute to cost breakdowns and support contract handover processes

What do you need?

• A BSc/MSc/MBA in Engineering, Finance, Cost Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Economics, SCM, Business or a related commercial subject

• Professional and mature attitude

• Strong analytical and numerical skills
• Attention to detail and eagerness to learn
• A proactive and flexible mindset
• Good communication and teamwork abilities

Our commitment to you, Subsea7 will provide you with:

• Ongoing support from local and corporate offices throughout your time on the scheme.
• Opportunities to develop your technical and non-technical skills by attendance at courses, and in your day-to-day job.

• The chance to network with experts and the Global Commercial Graduate community.

Our selection process is designed to be fair and inclusive. We’ll review applications against the essential job criteria. If you meet these, will be invited to an assessment centre day in early December 2025.

The Graduate scheme is just the beginning - your professional and personal development journey continues throughout your career at Subsea7. The positions are based in Sutton, London and start in September 2026.

An environment where you can thrive

We recognise that having a diverse team makes us a better, smarter team. Diversity is something we value and regard it as key to our success.

We encourage new ways of thinking and celebrate our wide range of skills that help us continually challenge the status quo and inspire innovation. An inclusive and diverse environment fosters creativity, improves decision-making and introduces new ways of thinking.

Our people are at the heart of what we do at Subsea7 and we are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive. Fair employment practices, fair treatment for all individuals and equal opportunity based on merit are the foundation of how we work and develop together.

What happens next?

If you would like to apply for this role, simply click the Apply button found on this page.  

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Here are 3 top tips to help you submit a successful application:

• Make sure your CV is up-to-date and highlights the transferable skills and experience you can bring to this role.
• We would encourage you to include a cover letter as part of your application. It’s your chance to tell us why you would be a brilliant addition to our team.
• Take your time with your application and check there are no errors before final submission 

Once you have submitted your application, we will be in touch as soon as possible with next steps. 
To find out more about Subsea7 visit our website here