Managing Estimator – Highways

Reference: 4839101Job ID: 5421137Posted: 2026-10-20Closing date: 2027-01-18Location: BeaconsfieldSalary: Up to 100k/annum (Negotiable) + Company Car or Allowance + Package (per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full timeIndustry: Construction / Highways and TransportCompany: HaysConsultant: James Mayfield-PotterHays office: Birmingham — 3rd Floor, One Colmore Square,Phone: 0115 9598786Email: james.mayfield-potter@hays.comYour new companyYou will be joining an industry-leading and renowned Tier 1 contractor operating within the highways industry, delivering major programmes of work for National Highways. With an average package value of 80m – 90m and programmes running for at least eight years, this is an opportunity to work within a substantial, long-term pipeline of highways projects. The multi-accredited and high-profile contractor combines the scale and stability of major strategic contracts with a continued focus on safety, commercial performance and the development of its people. As part of their continued growth, they are actively seeking a Managing Estimator to join their team.This is a full-time permanent position based out of their Buckinghamshire office with hybrid working (3 days’ remote per week) and flexible working hours.Your new roleAs Managing Estimator, you will lead the pricing and commercial development of strategic highways and street-lighting term maintenance tenders. You will turn client information into accurate, competitive and commercially robust estimates that support profitable growth.You will establish tender pricing strategies incorporating commercial risk, opportunity and market intelligence, while coordinating input from operational, commercial, procurement and bid teams. You will also lead and develop the estimating team, improving standards, capability and succession planning across the business.Your responsibilities will include:Developing detailed cost models covering labour, plant, materials, subcontractors, preliminaries and overheadsLeading supply chain enquiries, quotation reviews and tender adjudicationsPresenting pricing recommendations at governance and tender sign-off reviewsSupporting client clarifications, commercial negotiations and engagement meetingsUndertaking assurance and peer reviews across strategic opportunitiesDriving continuous improvement, digital estimating and lessons learnedCoaching and mentoring estimating professionalsWhat you'll need to succeedIn order to be successful, you must have:Experience estimating within highways, infrastructure or civil engineeringProven track record of developing successful and profitable tendersCommercial awareness and confidence in building estimates from first principlesExcellent analytical, numerical and problem-solving skillsAbility to manage several competing deadlinesExperience using Candy or Causeway estimating softwareStrong communication and stakeholder management capabilitiesFull UK driving licence.What you'll get in returnIn return, you will receive:Starting salary up to 100,000 per annum (negotiable depending on experience)Company car (electric or hybrid) or car allowance28 days’ annual leave plus bank holidaysHybrid working (3 days’ remote per week)Fuel cardDiscretionary bonus schemeMatched pension schemeLife assuranceFully covered accommodation for office days and site visits, where applicablePrivate healthcare and a healthcare cash planEnhanced maternity and paternity leaveRetail discountsReward schemesOpportunity to work on high-impact and rewarding projectsCollaborative and supportive team environmentIndustry-recognised training and development programmesOpportunity to grow and progress your career with an industry-leading Tier 1 contractor and more.What you need to do now If you're interested in this role and meet the criteria above, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Please note: applicants must hold existing UK work authorisation; visa sponsorship cannot be provided for this position. #4839101 - James Mayfield-Potter