Sr Estimator (Heavy Civil)
Senior Estimator – Heavy Civil
An experienced Senior Estimator is required to support the delivery of major heavy civil engineering and infrastructure projects. This is an opportunity to join a professional commercial and pre-construction team working on complex schemes across sectors such as highways, bridges, earthworks, utilities, rail and marine infrastructure.
Reporting to the Pre-Construction or Commercial Director, you will take responsibility for preparing accurate, competitive and commercially robust estimates from initial enquiry through to tender submission. You will work closely with clients, consultants, suppliers, subcontractors and internal operational teams to ensure proposals are well planned, fully compliant and aligned with project requirements.
Key responsibilities
- Review drawings, specifications, scopes of work and contract documentation.
- Prepare detailed estimates, bills of quantities, resource forecasts and tender submissions.
- Develop cost plans covering labour, plant, materials, subcontractors, preliminaries, risk and overheads.
- Obtain, assess and negotiate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
- Identify commercial risks, opportunities, exclusions and value-engineering options.
- Collaborate with design, planning, procurement and delivery teams to validate construction methodologies and programmes.
- Attend tender review meetings and present pricing recommendations to senior management.
- Maintain clear audit trails and ensure estimating procedures, governance and deadlines are followed.
- Support post-tender negotiations, handovers and lessons-learned reviews.
About you
You will have substantial estimating experience within heavy civil engineering, infrastructure or construction, with a strong understanding of construction methods, costs and commercial principles. Experience of working on large, technically complex projects and preparing tenders under competitive deadlines is essential.
You should be confident interpreting technical information, challenging assumptions and producing accurate cost advice. Strong analytical, negotiation and communication skills are required, along with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Proficiency with estimating software and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, is expected. A relevant qualification in civil engineering, quantity surveying, construction management or a related discipline would be advantageous.
A proactive, collaborative approach and a commitment to safety, quality and professional standards are essential. The role may involve occasional travel to project sites, client meetings and regional offices.
Sr Estimator (Heavy Civil)
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