Senior Estimator

Are you looking for a role where your insights directly shape project success?

Do you thrive in fast paced tender environments?

Are you ready to lead estimates for high impact civil projects?

The Opportunity
This is a multi-billion-pound nuclear construction project that demands precision, innovation, and strategic thinking. As Senior Estimator, you ll play a critical role in shaping project success by producing accurate cost estimates, supporting tender strategies, and influencing commercial decisions. If you re looking for a challenge that will elevate your career and put you at the heart of a nationally significant development, this is your chance.

Your duties and responsibilities will be:

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for major civil engineering packages in line with project requirements.
• Analyse drawings, specifications, and tender documents to ensure accurate pricing.
• Collaborate with commercial, design, and procurement teams to develop competitive bids.
• Identify cost risks and opportunities, providing input into value engineering strategies.
• Maintain estimating databases and ensure compliance with governance and audit standards.
• Support tender presentations and client negotiations.

You will have the following qualifications & experience:

• Degree or equivalent in Quantity Surveying, Estimating, or related discipline.
• Proven experience as an Estimator or Senior Estimator on major infrastructure projects (£50m+).
• Strong knowledge of NEC contracts and UK construction cost frameworks.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain appropriate security clearance.

It s great if you also have the following

• Experience in nuclear or highly regulated sectors.
• Familiarity with estimating software and digital cost management tools.
• Background in civil engineering and reinforced concrete structures.

The setting for the role
You will work within a highly secure and regulated environment, collaborating with commercial, design, and supply chain teams to deliver one of the UK s most significant nuclear infrastructure programmes.

Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background, and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, and we are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process for everyone. If you require any adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we ll do our best to accommodate.

Millbank operates as both an Employment Agency and an Employment Business.