At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare accurate cost estimates for civil engineering and highways projects.
- Company: Join a leading firm in Nottingham with a strong Work Winning Team.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, permanent role, and a flexible 5-hour working week.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth and to develop strong industry relationships.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by securing profitable new projects in civil engineering.
- Qualifications: Experience in estimating civil engineering projects and strong commercial awareness.
The predicted salary is between 65000 - 65000 £ per year.
Our client is looking for an experienced Senior Civils Estimator to join their Work Winning Team on a permanent basis. The role will involve preparing accurate and competitive tenders for civil engineering and highways projects.
The ideal candidate will have strong site experience, commercial awareness and the ability to price works from first principles while working closely with internal teams, clients and the supply chain.
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Independently preparing accurate and competitive tenders
- Pricing works from first principles
- Supporting the business in securing profitable new projects
Salary & Benefits
- Competitive salary, dependent on experience
- Permanent position
- Monday to Friday 5-hour working week
- Based in Nottingham
- Opportunity to take a leading role within an established Work Winning Team
- Further package details to be discussed at interview
Job Overview
- Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for civil engineering and highways projects
- Produce comprehensive take-offs and Bills of Quantities in accordance with recognised methods of measurement
- Price works from first principles, working closely with operational and commercial teams
- Review client Bills of Quantities and identify any deficiencies, inconsistencies or anomalies
- Review tender documentation and submit clear and professional tender queries where further information is required
- Identify and assess project risks and opportunities, ensuring these are appropriately incorporated into each estimate
- Ensure the correct application of the Specification for Highway Works, Sewers for Adoption and other project-specific specifications
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and suppliers
- Support the development of a reliable and competitive supply chain
- Price term contracts and projects delivered under NEC, JCT and other forms of contract
Job Requirements
- Experience estimating civil engineering or highways projects
- Strong site-based background and commercial awareness
- Ability to produce cost estimates, take-offs and Bills of Quantities
- Confident pricing from first principles and identifying tender risks and opportunities
- Knowledge of SHW, Sewers for Adoption and contracts including NEC and JCT
- Experience using estimating software, ideally Conquest
- Proven estimating experience within the civil engineering and/or highways sector
- Previous practical site experience, gained on highways or similar civil engineering projects
- Strong working knowledge of the Specification for Highway Works and Sewers for Adoption
- Experience producing take-offs, Bills of Quantities and first-principles estimates
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tender submissions
- Experience pricing drainage, earthworks, structures, highways improvements and wider civil engineering works is advantageous
Senior Civils Estimator in Nottingham employer: All The Top Bananas
Join a dynamic and supportive Work Winning Team in Nottingham as a Senior Civils Estimator, where your expertise will be valued and rewarded. With a competitive salary and a focus on employee growth, you will have the opportunity to take a leading role in exciting civil engineering projects while enjoying a healthy work-life balance in a collaborative environment. Our commitment to fostering strong relationships with clients and suppliers ensures that you will be part of a thriving network, enhancing your professional development.
