Estimator

Key Responsibilities

As Senior Estimator, you will be responsible for:

• Preparing detailed and accurate cost estimates for civil engineering projects.




• Reviewing tender documentation, drawings, specifications and scopes of works.




• Producing competitive and commercially robust tenders.




• Obtaining and analysing quotations from subcontractors and suppliers.




• Completing take-offs and detailed measurement of works.




• Identifying risks, opportunities and potential value engineering solutions.




• Developing project programmes and associated preliminaries where required.




• Liaising with clients, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers.




• Attending tender adjudications and presenting estimates to senior management.




• Supporting the commercial team through the handover from pre-construction to delivery.




• Managing multiple tenders simultaneously while working to strict deadlines.




• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and supply chain partners.

Candidate Requirements

The successful candidate will have a strong background within civil engineering, groundworks, infrastructure or related sectors, with the ability to manage estimates from initial enquiry through to final submission.

• Proven experience as an Estimator/Senior Estimator within civil engineering.




• Strong knowledge of groundworks, infrastructure and/or general civil engineering.




• Experience pricing projects ranging from approximately £1m £20m+.




• Excellent understanding of construction costs, labour, plant, materials and subcontract packages.




• Strong ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.




• Excellent commercial awareness and attention to detail.




• Strong negotiation and communication skills.




• The ability to work independently and take ownership of the estimating function.




• Experience using estimating/tendering software and Microsoft Excel.




• A strong understanding of UK construction contracts and procurement processes.

Benefits

• Competitive package, depending on experience.




• Company car/car allowance.




• Pension contribution.




• Annual bonus opportunity.




• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays.




• Opportunity to work on a variety of exciting civil engineering projects.




• Long-term career progression within a growing contractor.




• Supportive and professional working environment.