Senior Estimator Construction in Cheltenham

SENIOR ESTIMATORLocation: Swindon / LondonSalary: 80,000 - 85,000Job Type: PermanentSector: Civil Engineering / Infrastructure1. About the CompanyThe company operates within the civil engineering and construction sector, delivering large-scale and complex infrastructure projects. The Senior Estimator sits within the work winning function, working closely with bid management, planning, procurement, technical, HSQE and operational teams to develop accurate and competitive tender pricing.About the RoleThe Senior Estimator will be responsible for preparing detailed and accurate pricing for tenders and supporting clients with pricing during early contractor involvement projects. The role covers the full estimating process, including developing labour, plant, material, subcontract and temporary works costs, assessing risks and opportunities, and preparing final tender submissions. You will also support settlement meetings, successful bid handovers and reviews of unsuccessful tenders to help inform future pricing strategies.The key responsibilities for this Senior Estimator role are: Prepare detailed and accurate tender pricingCoordinate with Bid Managers to develop competitive pricingAgree methodologies and outputs with planners and design teamsAdvise on cost-effective design optionsPrice alternative design solutionsReview bills of quantities and activity schedulesArrange quantity take-offs and quantity checks where requiredDevelop labour rates and scheme-specific labour calculationsDevelop plant rates and reconcile plant requirements with the PlannerCompare material costs and supplier quotationsCoordinate supplier enquiries with ProcurementAssess subcontractor quotations and prepare comparison sheetsAgree subcontractor selections with Procurement and Bid ManagersAgree temporary works requirements and costsDevelop staff, shift and overtime costsDetermine preliminaries costs with the PlannerContribute to tender risk and opportunity registersPrepare tender summaries and supporting pricing documentationPresent pricing at pre-settlement and settlement meetingsPrepare pricing adjustments following settlementPrepare final pricing documentation for tender submissionSupport the production of tender and contract documentationAddress post-tender client clarifications and amendmentsPrepare pricing handover documentation for successful bidsAttend bid handover meetingsReview feedback from unsuccessful tenders4. Experience required for this Senior Estimator role are: Extensive experience within civil engineering and constructionSound knowledge of civil engineering and construction techniquesExperience preparing detailed tender estimatesExperience pricing labour, plant, materials, subcontractors and preliminariesExperience working with procurement and supply chain quotationsCommercial awareness of different forms of contractKnowledge of relevant procurement legislationDetailed knowledge of estimating software packagesAbility to work closely with bid management, planning, procurement, technical and operational teams5. Desirable knowledge, skills and experience for this Senior Estimator role are: Experience supporting early contractor involvement projectsExperience pricing temporary worksExperience contributing to tender risk and opportunity registersExperience presenting pricing at settlement meetingsExperience supporting successful bid handoversExperience reviewing unsuccessful tenders and tender feedback6. Package and Benefits of the Senior Estimator role: Swindon / LondonSalary: 80,000 - 85,000Job Type: PermanentOpportunity to work within a work winning functionExposure to large-scale civil engineering and infrastructure tendersCollaboration with bid management, planning, procurement, technical and operational teams7. How to apply for this Senior Estimator role: If you are interested in this Senior Estimator position, then please apply via this job board. Permanent