Estimator - Heavy Highway
Estimator – Heavy Highway
An experienced Estimator is required to support the delivery of major heavy highway and civil engineering projects. This role will be responsible for preparing accurate, competitive and commercially viable tenders, working across projects such as roads, bridges, highways infrastructure, earthworks, drainage and associated structures.
You will review tender documentation, assess project requirements and develop detailed estimates from initial enquiry through to submission. Working closely with the pre-construction, commercial, design and operational teams, you will help ensure that all bids are well planned, appropriately priced and aligned with programme, technical and contractual requirements.
Key responsibilities
- Review drawings, specifications, bills of quantities and contract documentation.
- Prepare detailed estimates, cost plans, pricing schedules and tender submissions.
- Obtain and assess quotations from subcontractors, suppliers and specialists.
- Carry out take-offs, resource assessments and cost analysis for labour, plant, materials and temporary works.
- Identify commercial risks, opportunities, exclusions and potential value-engineering solutions.
- Collaborate with project managers, engineers and quantity surveyors to validate construction methodologies and programmes.
- Attend tender clarification meetings, site visits and post-tender interviews as required.
- Maintain accurate estimating records and contribute to improving systems, processes and cost databases.
About you
You will have proven estimating experience within heavy civil engineering, highways or a related infrastructure environment. A strong understanding of construction methods, materials, plant, labour requirements and subcontract procurement is essential. Experience working on large-scale or complex highway projects would be highly advantageous.
You should be commercially aware, methodical and confident interpreting technical information. Strong numerical, analytical and communication skills are required, together with the ability to manage competing deadlines and produce high-quality work under pressure. Proficiency with estimating, quantity take-off and Microsoft Office software is expected.
A relevant qualification in civil engineering, quantity surveying, construction management or a related discipline is desirable. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to significant infrastructure projects while developing your career within a collaborative and technically focused team.
Estimator - Heavy Highway
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