Senior Estimator

We are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join a well-established infrastructure contractor. The role focuses on estimating works delivered through long-term, regulated frameworks, primarily within the transport and public infrastructure sectors.

This is a traditional estimating role, producing accurate, competitive tenders for repeat and negotiated works, as well as competitively tendered projects, within a framework-led environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed and competitive cost estimates for civil engineering projects
• Interpret drawings, specifications and scope documents to produce accurate take-offs
• Develop pricing from first principles, supply chain quotations and historical cost data
• Price works typically associated with infrastructure, maintenance and renewal programmes
• Identify commercial and contractual risks and opportunities within tenders
• Support tender strategy, bid submissions and internal reviews
• Work closely with delivery, commercial and operational teams
• Maintain and develop estimating databases, benchmarks and pricing models

Systems & Software

Experience using estimating software such as Candy, Conquest or similar would be considered an advantage. Any ability to contribute to improvements in estimating systems or share best practice within the team would be welcomed, but this is not the primary focus of the role.

About You

• Proven experience working in a dedicated Estimator role within civil engineering
• Background in infrastructure, transportation, highways, rail, structures or public-sector frameworks
• Strong understanding of construction methods, costs and estimating processes
• Detail-focused, analytical and commercially aware
• Confident communicator with a collaborative working style
• Able to manage multiple tenders and work to deadlines

What’s on Offer

• Long-term, secure workload within regulated infrastructure frameworks
• Opportunity to work on technically challenging civil engineering projects
• Stable and supportive working environment
• Career development within an established and growing civils business

Legal Information:
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For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.