At a Glance
- Tasks: Estimate contracts for exciting civil engineering projects across various sectors.
- Company: Major Tier 1 contractor with a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
- Benefits: Flexible working options, competitive pay, and opportunities for career growth.
- Other info: Hybrid working available, perfect for balancing work and study.
- Why this job: Join a diverse team and work on impactful projects that shape the UK infrastructure.
- Qualifications: Experience in civil engineering estimating and strong Excel skills required.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 65000 £ per year.
Due to the awarding of several new Frameworks and bidding for works in new sectors/disciplines, our client, a major Tier 1 contractor, is seeking to employ several Estimators and Senior Estimators to be based from either their Warrington or South Yorkshire office (we are looking for both permanent and freelance staff with options for hybrid working). They deliver maintenance frameworks, capital delivery and complex civil engineering across the UK, including bridge reconstruction, environmental infrastructure, highways, tunnels, station works, lineside civils and utility installations. Our clients include Local Authorities, Network Rail, energy companies and environmental organisations. Join their dynamic, fast-paced environment working on multi-disciplinary projects for a diverse range of clients.
Our project portfolio includes:
- Highways & Roads
- Under bridges, Overbridges & Footbridges
- Tunnels & Station Infrastructure
- Flood Alleviation & Repairs
- Earthworks & Embankments
- Lineside Civils, Cabling, Trough Routes & Telecoms
You will be responsible for estimating contracts and projects during the pre-contract/tender stage for a range of civil engineering projects including sectors such as rail, aviation, power & utilities and Environment Agency projects in the North West region. This is an exciting opportunity to join a busy and fast-paced work-winning team involved in multi-disciplinary civils projects across a variety of sectors.
Key Responsibilities:
- Effective registration, control, and administration of tender documentation
- Preparation and management of tenders from receipt of documents through to delivery
- Presentation of tenders to senior management at tender review meetings
- Liaison with the Supply Chain team in respect of placing supplier/subcontractor enquiries
- Technical and commercial appraisal of construction labour, plant, materials, and temporary works
- Take-offs from drawings and production of cost-effective tenders from first principles
- Effective analysis and pricing of risks
- Preparation of tender submission documents
- Preparation of estimating reports
- Providing assistance to proposals and contract management functions
Requirements:
- Previous experience as a Senior Estimator in multi-disciplinary civil engineering sectors such as rail, highways, aviation, and/or utilities and power
- First Principles Estimating experience
- Civil engineering project experience
- Experience as a Senior Estimator in a civil engineering contractor organisation
- Working knowledge of Excel (& Word) and estimating software
Estimator/Senior Estimator - Freelance or Permanent in Manchester employer: Morson Edge
Join a leading Tier 1 contractor that offers a dynamic and fast-paced work environment, where you can contribute to impactful civil engineering projects across the UK. With options for hybrid working from their Warrington or South Yorkshire offices, the company prioritises employee growth through diverse project exposure and collaboration with esteemed clients such as Local Authorities and Network Rail. Enjoy a supportive culture that values innovation and teamwork, making it an excellent place for both freelance and permanent Estimators to thrive.
