Senior Estimator (Heavy Civil/Site Development Contractor)
Senior Estimator – Heavy Civil and Site Development
An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Senior Estimator to join a well-established heavy civil and site development contractor. This role will suit a commercially minded professional with a strong background in preparing competitive, accurate tenders for major infrastructure, earthworks and civil engineering projects.
Working closely with project managers, engineers, suppliers and clients, you will lead the estimating process from initial enquiry through to submission and handover. You will be responsible for assessing drawings, specifications and contract documentation, identifying project risks and developing detailed estimates that support successful business growth.
Key responsibilities
- Prepare detailed estimates, tenders and bills of quantities for heavy civil, infrastructure and site development projects.
- Review drawings, technical specifications, scopes of work and contractual requirements.
- Obtain and evaluate quotations from subcontractors, suppliers and specialist service providers.
- Develop accurate cost plans, labour and plant allowances, preliminaries and risk assessments.
- Identify value engineering opportunities and recommend commercially effective solutions.
- Attend tender meetings, site visits and clarification discussions with clients and project teams.
- Maintain clear records of assumptions, exclusions, qualifications and pricing information.
- Support handover to the delivery team, ensuring all estimating information is communicated effectively.
- Monitor market conditions, material costs and subcontractor performance to improve future pricing.
About you
You will have substantial estimating experience within heavy civil engineering, groundworks, highways, utilities, infrastructure or site development. Strong knowledge of construction methods, pricing principles and relevant health and safety requirements is essential. Experience with estimating software, spreadsheets and digital tendering platforms would be advantageous.
You should be commercially astute, highly organised and confident working to strict deadlines. Excellent communication and negotiation skills are required, together with the ability to interpret technical information and build effective relationships at all levels. A relevant construction, civil engineering or quantity surveying qualification would be beneficial.
This is an excellent opportunity to take a leading role in a varied project environment, with the scope to influence tender strategy, develop client relationships and contribute to the continued success of a growing civil engineering business.
Senior Estimator (Heavy Civil/Site Development Contractor)
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