Senior Estimator

Senior Estimator / Estimator Civil Engineering & Infrastructure Location

North West England

Employment Type

Full-Time

About the Role

An opportunity for an experienced Estimator or Senior Estimator to join a growing civil engineering and infrastructure business. The role will support the successful delivery of tender submissions and business development opportunities across a range of infrastructure, utility, highways, and environmental projects.

Working closely with operational, commercial, and pre-construction teams, you will be responsible for producing accurate and competitive estimates, supporting bid strategies, and contributing to the successful acquisition of new projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates from first principles for civil engineering and infrastructure projects.

• Review tender documentation, specifications, drawings, and contract requirements.

• Undertake quantity take-offs and measurement exercises.

• Identify project risks, opportunities, and value engineering solutions.

• Prepare and issue enquiries to subcontractors and suppliers.

• Analyse subcontractor and supplier quotations to ensure best value and compliance.

• Develop pricing strategies in collaboration with commercial and operational teams.

• Produce comprehensive and accurate tender submissions.

• Ensure bids are submitted in accordance with client instructions and deadlines.

• Support bid reviews, presentations, and post-tender negotiations.

• Maintain accurate records of estimates, assumptions, and tender documentation.

• Work collaboratively with wider pre-construction and delivery teams to secure new business opportunities.

Person Specification Qualifications & Experience

• HNC, HND, Degree, or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related discipline.

• Minimum 5 years' estimating experience within civil engineering, infrastructure, utilities, highways, water, wastewater, or related sectors.

• Previous site-based civil engineering experience desirable.

• Experience preparing estimates from first principles.

• Strong understanding of infrastructure construction methodologies and project delivery.

Technical Skills & Knowledge

• Proficient in industry-standard estimating software.

• Strong commercial awareness and financial acumen.

• Knowledge of standard methods of measurement and cost planning techniques.

• Good understanding of NEC and other commonly used construction contracts.

• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and tender documentation.

• Strong analytical and numerical skills.

• Experience assessing project risks and opportunities.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

Personal Attributes

• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.

• Strong organisational and time-management skills.

• Effective communicator with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.

• Commercially focused and results-driven.

• Proactive problem solver with a practical approach.

• Able to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

• Committed to continuous professional development and improvement.

What the Role Offers

• Opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of civil engineering and infrastructure projects.

• Professional development and career progression opportunities.

• Collaborative and supportive working environment.

• Exposure to major infrastructure frameworks and long-term project programmes.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.