Job ID: 18300Salary: 75,000 - 90,000 + PkgLocation: DartfordRegion: Kent, South EastA Civil Engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Estimator to work on a portfolio of tenders from 10 – 50m each within the London / SE region. Projects vary from earthworks, structures, groundworks and infrastructure. Be Degree qualified and preferably chartered, Have a Track record of leading the pre-construction team for a civil engineering main contractor, Have Track record in successfully estimating, bidding and winning design and build contracts. ResponsibilitiesCoordinate and work with the national work winning resource in liaison with the Business Unit Manager and General Manager;Maintain contemporary expert knowledge and understanding of the construction market and provide advice and information to the work winning business unit;Take ownership of the tender process, from bid through to award, including the integration of commercial and quality proposals and ensure the defined company process and procedures are adhered to;Agree bid strategy at start up meeting with Senior Management. Undertake technical review of estimating, planning and supply chain proposals, supported by Estimator(s);Lead and manage the development of high quality written and costed bid material with specialist support from the Proposals Manager and Bid Writer;Identify and disseminate learning / best practice to the bid team and Proposals Manager;Develop, manage and maintain a supply chain database to provide full regional capability;Able to remain calm and work under tight timescales whilst maintaining the required high quality standard of work and good management practices;Well-developed commercial acumen and proven ability to develop and maintain supply chain relationships;Ability to find a commercial advantage that provides a competitive tender and increases our margin;Good knowledge and understanding of cost planning and estimating requirements;Understanding of the impact of value engineering, risk and programme on the final tendered price;Experience in managing and delivering high quality submission deliverables;Previous experience should ideally be in civil engineering infrastructure projects ranging in value between 5m and 50m; Management of a work winning business unit or bid team(s); Tendering through estimating / project management role; Experience/training in estimating of civil engineering infrastructure projects; IT literate in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project planning and estimating software; Bid writing;
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Estimator Groundworks and Civil Engineering in Dartford, Kent employer: Pinnacle Recruitment
As a leading contractor in the UK, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic work culture that prioritises collaboration and professional growth. Our Warrington office offers a hybrid working model, allowing for flexibility while you lead a talented team of Quantity Surveyors in managing diverse projects. With a strong focus on employee development and a commitment to excellence, we provide our staff with the tools and support needed to thrive in their careers.
