Senior Estimator

Position: Senior Estimator

Location: Kent

Salary: Competitive + Benefits
Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join our growing infrastructure team. This is a key role responsible for leading the preparation of accurate and competitive cost estimates across a range of major infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will have strong expertise in NEC forms of contract and a proven track record in delivering estimates for complex civil engineering works, including developing estimates from first principles.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of detailed cost estimates for infrastructure projects, including highways, rail, utilities, or energy schemes
• Develop robust cost estimates from first principles, including labour, plant, materials, and productivity outputs
• Interpret and apply NEC contract requirements (NEC3/NEC4) within the estimating process
• Review tender documentation, drawings, and specifications to develop accurate pricing strategies
• Identify risks, opportunities, and value engineering options during the bid stage
• Collaborate with project managers, planners, and commercial teams to ensure alignment of assumptions and methodologies
• Prepare cost plans, bills of quantities, and tender submissions
• Engage with supply chain partners and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations
• Support bid presentations and post-tender negotiations

Requirements

• Significant experience in estimating within the infrastructure or civil engineering sector
• Demonstrable experience in building estimates from first principles
• Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts (essential)
• Proven ability to manage large and complex tenders
• Excellent commercial awareness and risk management skills
• Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Office tools
• Strong analytical, communication, and negotiation skills
• Degree-qualified (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or related discipline

If you feel you are the right person for this position, please apply and contact Charlie Read at TLG Infrastructure for more information.