Our client is a leading Tier 1 national contractor with a strong presence across the UK highways and infrastructure sector. They are seeking an experienced Managing Estimator to lead estimating activities across major highways maintenance tenders. The role will lead a team of Estimators and take responsibility for delivering accurate, competitive and commercially robust estimates from bid strategy through to tender submission and contract award. The position offers a hybrid working arrangement, with an expectancy to attend head office meeting and coordinate with wider team at least one day per week. Key Responsibilities * Lead a team of Estimators delivering major highways maintenance tenders and frameworks. * Develop detailed cost estimates, pricing models and tender submissions. * Review tender documentation, identifying key risks, opportunities, assumptions and delivery requirements. * Coordinate estimating inputs from Commercial, Operations, Design and Procurement teams. * Ensure estimates are accurate, compliant, competitive and aligned with delivery methodologies. * Support bid strategy, win themes and commercial positioning. * Lead risk and opportunity assessments and develop appropriate pricing allowances. * Engage with supply chain partners to secure competitive quotations and market intelligence. * Maintain estimating databases, benchmarking information and cost models. * Support pricing governance, bid reviews and approvals. * Mentor and develop Estimators and Assistant Estimators. * Provide estimating expertise through pre-contract and contract award stages. Candidate Profile * Significant estimating experience within highways maintenance, term contracts or infrastructure. * Proven track record of contributing to successful bids and framework submissions. * Experience leading and developing estimating teams. * Strong understanding of construction methodologies, temporary works and resource planning. * Strong commercial awareness and experience of NEC and target cost contracts. * Ability to manage multiple tenders while maintaining accuracy, quality and governance. * Strong communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills. * Ideally experienced within a Tier 1 contractor or major infrastructure organisation
Managing Estimator in Bristol employer: Involve Recruitment
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