Sr Estimator (Heavy Civil)

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Sr Estimator (Heavy Civil)

An experienced Senior Estimator is sought to support the pricing and delivery of major heavy civil engineering projects. This is an opportunity to join a technically focused team working across complex infrastructure, earthworks, highways, utilities, structures and associated civil works.

The successful candidate will take ownership of the estimating process from initial opportunity through to tender submission, ensuring that costs, risks, programme requirements and commercial considerations are accurately assessed. You will work closely with pre-construction, commercial, design, procurement and operational teams to develop competitive, robust and deliverable bids.

Key responsibilities

  • Review tender documents, specifications, drawings, scopes of work and contractual requirements.
  • Prepare detailed estimates, bills of quantities, pricing schedules and supporting tender documentation.
  • Develop labour, plant, material, subcontractor and preliminaries costs.
  • Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations.
  • Identify commercial, technical and programme risks, including opportunities for value engineering.
  • Collaborate with project teams to validate methodologies, sequencing, resources and buildability.
  • Lead tender adjudications and present estimates, assumptions and recommendations to senior stakeholders.
  • Maintain accurate estimating records and contribute to continuous improvement of processes and systems.

About you

You will have substantial estimating experience within heavy civil engineering or major infrastructure, with a strong understanding of construction methods, cost planning and procurement. Experience pricing highways, bridges, earthworks, drainage, utilities or other complex civil engineering packages is highly desirable.

You should be confident interpreting technical information, challenging assumptions and communicating clearly with both technical and commercial audiences. Strong numerical, analytical and negotiation skills are essential, together with a methodical approach and the ability to manage competing deadlines.

Essential experience and qualifications

  • Proven experience in a senior estimating role within the UK civil engineering sector.
  • Strong knowledge of estimating software and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
  • Experience with tenders ranging from medium-value schemes to major projects.
  • Understanding of construction contracts, risk management and supply-chain procurement.
  • A relevant qualification in civil engineering, quantity surveying, construction or a related discipline is advantageous.
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Added 06/11/2026
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