First Military Recruitment Ltd
Workington, Cumbria
MB929: Senior Estimator Location: Workington Salary: £70,000 + £5,750 Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Company Car/Car Allowance (Depending on job grade), Pension matched up to 8%, 25 days annual leave plus holiday (opportunity to buy/sell leave will be implemented from January 2026), Private medical insurance, Free 24/7 EAP Overview: First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic national construction business who are looking to recruit an Estimator on a permanent basis due to growth based at their Swindon depot. Duties and Responsibilities: Ensure company governance procedures are followed at all times Work in coordination with the Bid Manager to ensure competitive pricing Agree methodologies and outputs for key activities with planner and, where appropriate, with Bid Manager / Design Manger Provide advice to Bid Manager / Design Manager on most cost effective design options Price alternative design solutions Procedure competitive price using methodologies and outputs etc to suit conditions/ situations relevant to the scheme. Advise Bid Manager of sufficiency of client bill of quantity / activity schedule and arrange for full quantity take off or checking as required. Preparing the price estimate for tenders of budget pricing comprising the following aspects: Develop local rates/ build up rates for self-delivered items Ensure Working Rule Agreement (and any other specific requirements such as London Living wage) included in labour rates Prepare scheme specific labour rate calculation where required. Develop local rates/ build up rates for self-delivered items Liaise with Planner to reconcile plant resource levels Comparison sheet for materials considering unit rate (conversation factors), wastage, waiting times and part loads etc. Liaise with procurement to determine appropriate selection of suppliers to send enquiries to. Liaise with procurement to determine the sufficiency and compliance of supplier quotations Liaise with procurement and agree on the selection of supplier quotations to be used in the estimate Liase with procurement & bid team to determine appropriate selection of subcontractors to send enquires to Liase with procurement to determine sufficiency and compliance of subcontractor quotations Preparation of comparation sheet for subcontractors details additions/ deletions from quoted rates Liaise with procurement and bid manager and agree on the selection of the subcontractor to be used in the estimate. Liaise with Planner / Technical Services / Temporary Works Coordinator to agree extent and nature of temporary works. Agree costs of temporary works with temporary works coordinator. Agree staffing levels and procedure staff programme with Bid Manager and Operations Lead Use currently weekly staff rated to price staff Agree shift patterns and overtime rates with operations lead for out of normal hours working - note these need to comply with working time directive/ NR Fatigue guidance Liaise with Planner to determine overall duration of preliminaries Coordinate and liase with Bid Manager to ensure all aspects of clients requirements included as necessary Input with Bid Manager and tender risk manager into tender risk/ opportunity register Final Settlement and submission Procedure top-sheet tender summary in current format and associated back up sheets Present Pricing build up at pre-settlement and settlement meetings Prepare adjustments sheets in coordination with Bid Manager to reflect settlement adjustments Prepare final pricing documentation for inclusion with tender submission where possible ensuring pricing maintains a positive cash flow throughout the project Coordinate with Bid Manager for the production of the form of tender Liase with Bid Manager and address any post tender clarifications/amendments issued by the client Handover (for successful bids) Prepare handover pricing document for issue to Project Manager and Commercial Manager Attend handover meeting with Bid Manager Review (for unsuccessful bids) Coordinate with Bid Manager to review feedback on tender price (where provided) for future tenders. Skills and Qualifications: Sound knowledge of civil engineering and construction techniques Knowledge of relevant procurement legislation Commercial awareness of different forms of contract Sound knowledge of the companies' governance and procedural requirements for work winning. Detailed knowledge of estimating software packages MB929: Senior Estimator Location: Workington Salary: £70,000 + £5,750 Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Company Car/Car Allowance (Depending on job grade), Pension matched up to 8%, 25 days annual leave plus holiday (opportunity to buy/sell leave will be implemented from January 2026), Private medical insurance, Free 24/7 EAP
11/09/2026
Full time
MB929: Senior Estimator Location: Workington Salary: £70,000 + £5,750 Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Company Car/Car Allowance (Depending on job grade), Pension matched up to 8%, 25 days annual leave plus holiday (opportunity to buy/sell leave will be implemented from January 2026), Private medical insurance, Free 24/7 EAP Overview: First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic national construction business who are looking to recruit an Estimator on a permanent basis due to growth based at their Swindon depot. Duties and Responsibilities: Ensure company governance procedures are followed at all times Work in coordination with the Bid Manager to ensure competitive pricing Agree methodologies and outputs for key activities with planner and, where appropriate, with Bid Manager / Design Manger Provide advice to Bid Manager / Design Manager on most cost effective design options Price alternative design solutions Procedure competitive price using methodologies and outputs etc to suit conditions/ situations relevant to the scheme. Advise Bid Manager of sufficiency of client bill of quantity / activity schedule and arrange for full quantity take off or checking as required. Preparing the price estimate for tenders of budget pricing comprising the following aspects: Develop local rates/ build up rates for self-delivered items Ensure Working Rule Agreement (and any other specific requirements such as London Living wage) included in labour rates Prepare scheme specific labour rate calculation where required. Develop local rates/ build up rates for self-delivered items Liaise with Planner to reconcile plant resource levels Comparison sheet for materials considering unit rate (conversation factors), wastage, waiting times and part loads etc. Liaise with procurement to determine appropriate selection of suppliers to send enquiries to. Liaise with procurement to determine the sufficiency and compliance of supplier quotations Liaise with procurement and agree on the selection of supplier quotations to be used in the estimate Liase with procurement & bid team to determine appropriate selection of subcontractors to send enquires to Liase with procurement to determine sufficiency and compliance of subcontractor quotations Preparation of comparation sheet for subcontractors details additions/ deletions from quoted rates Liaise with procurement and bid manager and agree on the selection of the subcontractor to be used in the estimate. Liaise with Planner / Technical Services / Temporary Works Coordinator to agree extent and nature of temporary works. Agree costs of temporary works with temporary works coordinator. Agree staffing levels and procedure staff programme with Bid Manager and Operations Lead Use currently weekly staff rated to price staff Agree shift patterns and overtime rates with operations lead for out of normal hours working - note these need to comply with working time directive/ NR Fatigue guidance Liaise with Planner to determine overall duration of preliminaries Coordinate and liase with Bid Manager to ensure all aspects of clients requirements included as necessary Input with Bid Manager and tender risk manager into tender risk/ opportunity register Final Settlement and submission Procedure top-sheet tender summary in current format and associated back up sheets Present Pricing build up at pre-settlement and settlement meetings Prepare adjustments sheets in coordination with Bid Manager to reflect settlement adjustments Prepare final pricing documentation for inclusion with tender submission where possible ensuring pricing maintains a positive cash flow throughout the project Coordinate with Bid Manager for the production of the form of tender Liase with Bid Manager and address any post tender clarifications/amendments issued by the client Handover (for successful bids) Prepare handover pricing document for issue to Project Manager and Commercial Manager Attend handover meeting with Bid Manager Review (for unsuccessful bids) Coordinate with Bid Manager to review feedback on tender price (where provided) for future tenders. Skills and Qualifications: Sound knowledge of civil engineering and construction techniques Knowledge of relevant procurement legislation Commercial awareness of different forms of contract Sound knowledge of the companies' governance and procedural requirements for work winning. Detailed knowledge of estimating software packages MB929: Senior Estimator Location: Workington Salary: £70,000 + £5,750 Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Company Car/Car Allowance (Depending on job grade), Pension matched up to 8%, 25 days annual leave plus holiday (opportunity to buy/sell leave will be implemented from January 2026), Private medical insurance, Free 24/7 EAP
Senior Estimator Location: Cumbria (Sellafield Site) / Hybrid Working Available Salary: Competitive + Car Allowance + Bonus + Excellent Benefits Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time Senior Estimator Major Nuclear Infrastructure Projects Sellafield Are you an experienced Senior Estimator looking to play a key role on one of the UK's most significant nuclear infrastructure programmes? Our client, is a leading international engineering and construction organisation with over 60 years of experience delivering complex nuclear and infrastructure projects globally. The company has recently secured a major long-term framework as part of the Sellafield Ltd Infrastructure Delivery Partnership (IDP), supporting critical nuclear operations, decommissioning and civil infrastructure works across the Sellafield site. As a result of continued growth, they are seeking a highly capable Senior Estimator to join their commercial and pre-construction team, helping to secure and deliver a diverse portfolio of major projects within a highly regulated nuclear environment. The Role Reporting to the Head of Estimating, you will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive estimates for large-scale civil engineering, infrastructure and nuclear projects. You will work closely with project managers, planners, engineers, commercial teams and supply chain partners to develop robust cost plans from concept through to tender submission. Key Responsibilities Lead the preparation of detailed cost estimates and tender submissions. Review client specifications, drawings and contract documentation. Develop estimating strategies for complex infrastructure and nuclear projects. Produce first-principle estimates and cost plans. Obtain and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations. Identify project risks, opportunities and value engineering solutions. Support bid presentations and commercial negotiations. Collaborate with engineering, planning and project delivery teams. Maintain cost databases and benchmarking information. Ensure estimates comply with company governance and client requirements. Candidate Requirements Essential Proven experience as a Senior Estimator or Estimator on major construction or infrastructure projects. Strong background in civil engineering, infrastructure, utilities, nuclear, energy or heavy industrial sectors. Experience producing detailed estimates from first principles. Strong commercial awareness and understanding of NEC contracts. Excellent analytical and numerical skills. Ability to lead estimating activities on large-scale projects. Proficient in estimating software and Microsoft Office applications. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
10/09/2026
Full time
Senior Estimator Location: Cumbria (Sellafield Site) / Hybrid Working Available Salary: Competitive + Car Allowance + Bonus + Excellent Benefits Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time Senior Estimator Major Nuclear Infrastructure Projects Sellafield Are you an experienced Senior Estimator looking to play a key role on one of the UK's most significant nuclear infrastructure programmes? Our client, is a leading international engineering and construction organisation with over 60 years of experience delivering complex nuclear and infrastructure projects globally. The company has recently secured a major long-term framework as part of the Sellafield Ltd Infrastructure Delivery Partnership (IDP), supporting critical nuclear operations, decommissioning and civil infrastructure works across the Sellafield site. As a result of continued growth, they are seeking a highly capable Senior Estimator to join their commercial and pre-construction team, helping to secure and deliver a diverse portfolio of major projects within a highly regulated nuclear environment. The Role Reporting to the Head of Estimating, you will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive estimates for large-scale civil engineering, infrastructure and nuclear projects. You will work closely with project managers, planners, engineers, commercial teams and supply chain partners to develop robust cost plans from concept through to tender submission. Key Responsibilities Lead the preparation of detailed cost estimates and tender submissions. Review client specifications, drawings and contract documentation. Develop estimating strategies for complex infrastructure and nuclear projects. Produce first-principle estimates and cost plans. Obtain and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations. Identify project risks, opportunities and value engineering solutions. Support bid presentations and commercial negotiations. Collaborate with engineering, planning and project delivery teams. Maintain cost databases and benchmarking information. Ensure estimates comply with company governance and client requirements. Candidate Requirements Essential Proven experience as a Senior Estimator or Estimator on major construction or infrastructure projects. Strong background in civil engineering, infrastructure, utilities, nuclear, energy or heavy industrial sectors. Experience producing detailed estimates from first principles. Strong commercial awareness and understanding of NEC contracts. Excellent analytical and numerical skills. Ability to lead estimating activities on large-scale projects. Proficient in estimating software and Microsoft Office applications. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Murphy is recruiting for a Senior Planner to work within the Energy sector on the EGL1 Project in Durham Our business is well-known for its extensive in-house expertise, experience, and continuous drive to innovate within the industry to create added value for all our customers. Throughout our history we have strived to challenge the norm and incorporate a wide range of new technologies and capabilities to ensure we meet the ever-changing markets and demands. Today we support groundbreaking transmission and distribution projects in four countries - ensuring their energy security for decades to come. We offer a wide range of services including design, construction and commissioning. We deliver Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) projects serving both regulated and private customers along with technical and engineering solutions within the conventional power and energy transition markets. Our continual drive to innovate, while encouraging sustainability, ensures we remain at the forefront of the industry, and is demonstrated in our long-standing relationships with major energy providers in multiple countries. A day in the life of a Murphy Senior Planner: Assimilate information and summarise it in a manner that can be used to communicate the work scope to others. Prepare a resourced programme, including reviewing the outcome for conformance with expectations and requirements. Contribute to the risk register and undertake programme risk analysis. Prepare visual material in support of planned methods. Manage personally controlled project documentation in an orderly fashion. Define methods and establish outputs, in consultation with the estimator and other team members, including the supply chain in appropriate circumstances. Liaise with the design engineer to establish a design brief for temporary works. Provide the estimator with a justified schedule of temporary works and other indirect cost items. Attend the bid review meeting to contribute a clear view of the work scope and the intentions for delivering it by reference to prepared material. Attending the handover meeting to contribute a clear view of the work scope and the intentions for delivering it by reference to prepared material and clear further defined tasks. In consultation with Estimator advise project team of required feedback reports and support. Still interested, does this sound like you? Experience on Major Civil Engineering and/or Construction projects. Experience working on HV Power, Transmission & Distribution Projects Use of planning software (P6, Asta, TILOS, QSRA). Active experience of working with a wide range of planning techniques in serving both tendering and contract delivery. A clear understanding of the commercial and contractual interfaces with the planning function.
09/09/2026
Full time
Murphy is recruiting for a Senior Planner to work within the Energy sector on the EGL1 Project in Durham Our business is well-known for its extensive in-house expertise, experience, and continuous drive to innovate within the industry to create added value for all our customers. Throughout our history we have strived to challenge the norm and incorporate a wide range of new technologies and capabilities to ensure we meet the ever-changing markets and demands. Today we support groundbreaking transmission and distribution projects in four countries - ensuring their energy security for decades to come. We offer a wide range of services including design, construction and commissioning. We deliver Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) projects serving both regulated and private customers along with technical and engineering solutions within the conventional power and energy transition markets. Our continual drive to innovate, while encouraging sustainability, ensures we remain at the forefront of the industry, and is demonstrated in our long-standing relationships with major energy providers in multiple countries. A day in the life of a Murphy Senior Planner: Assimilate information and summarise it in a manner that can be used to communicate the work scope to others. Prepare a resourced programme, including reviewing the outcome for conformance with expectations and requirements. Contribute to the risk register and undertake programme risk analysis. Prepare visual material in support of planned methods. Manage personally controlled project documentation in an orderly fashion. Define methods and establish outputs, in consultation with the estimator and other team members, including the supply chain in appropriate circumstances. Liaise with the design engineer to establish a design brief for temporary works. Provide the estimator with a justified schedule of temporary works and other indirect cost items. Attend the bid review meeting to contribute a clear view of the work scope and the intentions for delivering it by reference to prepared material. Attending the handover meeting to contribute a clear view of the work scope and the intentions for delivering it by reference to prepared material and clear further defined tasks. In consultation with Estimator advise project team of required feedback reports and support. Still interested, does this sound like you? Experience on Major Civil Engineering and/or Construction projects. Experience working on HV Power, Transmission & Distribution Projects Use of planning software (P6, Asta, TILOS, QSRA). Active experience of working with a wide range of planning techniques in serving both tendering and contract delivery. A clear understanding of the commercial and contractual interfaces with the planning function.
MB854: Estimator Location: Swindon Salary: £70,000 + £5,750 Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Enhanced Pension Contributions Overview: First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic national construction business who are looking to recruit an Estimator on a permanent basis due to growth based at their Swindon depot. Duties and Responsibilities: Ensure company governance procedures are followed at all times Work in coordination with the Bid Manager to ensure competitive pricing Agree methodologies and outputs for key activities with planner and, where appropriate, with Bid Manager / Design Manger Provide advice to Bid Manager / Design Manager on most cost effective design options Price alternative design solutions Procedure competitive price using methodologies and outputs etc to suit conditions/ situations relevant to the scheme. Advise Bid Manager of sufficiency of client bill of quantity / activity schedule and arrange for full quantity take off or checking as required. Preparing the price estimate for tenders of budget pricing comprising the following aspects: Develop local rates/ build up rates for self-delivered items Ensure Working Rule Agreement (and any other specific requirements such as London Living wage) included in labour rates Prepare scheme specific labour rate calculation where required. Develop local rates/ build up rates for self-delivered items Liaise with Planner to reconcile plant resource levels Comparison sheet for materials considering unit rate (conversation factors), wastage, waiting times and part loads etc. Liaise with procurement to determine appropriate selection of suppliers to send enquiries to. Liaise with procurement to determine the sufficiency and compliance of supplier quotations Liaise with procurement and agree on the selection of supplier quotations to be used in the estimate Liase with procurement & bid team to determine appropriate selection of subcontractors to send enquires to Liase with procurement to determine sufficiency and compliance of subcontractor quotations Preparation of comparation sheet for subcontractors details additions/ deletions from quoted rates Liaise with procurement and bid manager and agree on the selection of the subcontractor to be used in the estimate. Liaise with Planner / Technical Services / Temporary Works Coordinator to agree extent and nature of temporary works. Agree costs of temporary works with temporary works coordinator. Agree staffing levels and procedure staff programme with Bid Manager and Operations Lead Use currently weekly staff rated to price staff Agree shift patterns and overtime rates with operations lead for out of normal hours working - note these need to comply with working time directive/ NR Fatigue guidance Liaise with Planner to determine overall duration of preliminaries Coordinate and liase with Bid Manager to ensure all aspects of clients requirements included as necessary Input with Bid Manager and tender risk manager into tender risk/ opportunity register Final Settlement and submission Procedure top-sheet tender summary in current format and associated back up sheets Present Pricing build up at pre-settlement and settlement meetings Prepare adjustments sheets in coordination with Bid Manager to reflect settlement adjustments Prepare final pricing documentation for inclusion with tender submission where possible ensuring pricing maintains a positive cash flow throughout the project Coordinate with Bid Manager for the production of the form of tender Liase with Bid Manager and address any post tender clarifications/amendments issued by the client Handover (for successful bids) Prepare handover pricing document for issue to Project Manager and Commercial Manager Attend handover meeting with Bid Manager Review (for unsuccessful bids) Coordinate with Bid Manager to review feedback on tender price (where provided) for future tenders. Skills and Qualifications: Sound knowledge of civil engineering and construction techniques Knowledge of relevant procurement legislation Commercial awareness of different forms of contract Sound knowledge of the companies' governance and procedural requirements for work winning. Detailed knowledge of estimating software packages MB854: Estimator Location: Swindon Salary: £70,000 + £5,750 Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Enhanced Pension Contributions
02/09/2026
Full time
MB854: Estimator Location: Swindon Salary: £70,000 + £5,750 Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Enhanced Pension Contributions Overview: First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic national construction business who are looking to recruit an Estimator on a permanent basis due to growth based at their Swindon depot. Duties and Responsibilities: Ensure company governance procedures are followed at all times Work in coordination with the Bid Manager to ensure competitive pricing Agree methodologies and outputs for key activities with planner and, where appropriate, with Bid Manager / Design Manger Provide advice to Bid Manager / Design Manager on most cost effective design options Price alternative design solutions Procedure competitive price using methodologies and outputs etc to suit conditions/ situations relevant to the scheme. Advise Bid Manager of sufficiency of client bill of quantity / activity schedule and arrange for full quantity take off or checking as required. Preparing the price estimate for tenders of budget pricing comprising the following aspects: Develop local rates/ build up rates for self-delivered items Ensure Working Rule Agreement (and any other specific requirements such as London Living wage) included in labour rates Prepare scheme specific labour rate calculation where required. Develop local rates/ build up rates for self-delivered items Liaise with Planner to reconcile plant resource levels Comparison sheet for materials considering unit rate (conversation factors), wastage, waiting times and part loads etc. Liaise with procurement to determine appropriate selection of suppliers to send enquiries to. Liaise with procurement to determine the sufficiency and compliance of supplier quotations Liaise with procurement and agree on the selection of supplier quotations to be used in the estimate Liase with procurement & bid team to determine appropriate selection of subcontractors to send enquires to Liase with procurement to determine sufficiency and compliance of subcontractor quotations Preparation of comparation sheet for subcontractors details additions/ deletions from quoted rates Liaise with procurement and bid manager and agree on the selection of the subcontractor to be used in the estimate. Liaise with Planner / Technical Services / Temporary Works Coordinator to agree extent and nature of temporary works. Agree costs of temporary works with temporary works coordinator. Agree staffing levels and procedure staff programme with Bid Manager and Operations Lead Use currently weekly staff rated to price staff Agree shift patterns and overtime rates with operations lead for out of normal hours working - note these need to comply with working time directive/ NR Fatigue guidance Liaise with Planner to determine overall duration of preliminaries Coordinate and liase with Bid Manager to ensure all aspects of clients requirements included as necessary Input with Bid Manager and tender risk manager into tender risk/ opportunity register Final Settlement and submission Procedure top-sheet tender summary in current format and associated back up sheets Present Pricing build up at pre-settlement and settlement meetings Prepare adjustments sheets in coordination with Bid Manager to reflect settlement adjustments Prepare final pricing documentation for inclusion with tender submission where possible ensuring pricing maintains a positive cash flow throughout the project Coordinate with Bid Manager for the production of the form of tender Liase with Bid Manager and address any post tender clarifications/amendments issued by the client Handover (for successful bids) Prepare handover pricing document for issue to Project Manager and Commercial Manager Attend handover meeting with Bid Manager Review (for unsuccessful bids) Coordinate with Bid Manager to review feedback on tender price (where provided) for future tenders. Skills and Qualifications: Sound knowledge of civil engineering and construction techniques Knowledge of relevant procurement legislation Commercial awareness of different forms of contract Sound knowledge of the companies' governance and procedural requirements for work winning. Detailed knowledge of estimating software packages MB854: Estimator Location: Swindon Salary: £70,000 + £5,750 Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Enhanced Pension Contributions
MB968: Senior Estimator Location: Swindon Salary: £80,000 - £85,000 + £6,325 Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Company Car/Car Allowance (Depending on job grade), Pension matched up to 8%, 25 days annual leave plus holiday (opportunity to buy/sell leave will be implemented from January 2026), Private medical insurance, Free 24/7 EAP Overview: First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic national construction business who are looking to recruit a Senior Estimator on a permanent basis due to growth based at their Swindon depot. Duties and Responsibilities: Ensure company governance procedures are followed at all times Work in coordination with the Bid Manager to ensure competitive pricing Agree methodologies and outputs for key activities with planner and, where appropriate, with Bid Manager / Design Manger Provide advice to Bid Manager / Design Manager on most cost effective design options Price alternative design solutions Procedure competitive price using methodologies and outputs etc to suit conditions/ situations relevant to the scheme. Advise Bid Manager of sufficiency of client bill of quantity / activity schedule and arrange for full quantity take off or checking as required. Develop local rates/ build up rates for self-delivered items Ensure Working Rule Agreement (and any other specific requirements such as London Living wage) included in labour rates Prepare scheme specific labour rate calculation where required. Develop local rates/ build up rates for self-delivered items Liaise with Planner to reconcile plant resource levels Comparison sheet for materials considering unit rate (conversation factors), wastage, waiting times and part loads etc. Liaise with procurement to determine appropriate selection of suppliers to send enquiries to. Liaise with procurement to determine the sufficiency and compliance of supplier quotations Liaise with procurement and agree on the selection of supplier quotations to be used in the estimate Liaise with procurement & bid team to determine appropriate selection of subcontractors to send enquires to Liaise with procurement to determine sufficiency and compliance of subcontractor quotations Preparation of comparation sheet for subcontractors details additions/ deletions from quoted rates Liaise with procurement and bid manager and agree on the selection of the subcontractor to be used in the estimate. Liaise with Planner / Technical Services / Temporary Works Coordinator to agree extent and nature of temporary works. Agree costs of temporary works with temporary works coordinator. Skills and Experience: Sound knowledge of civil engineering and construction techniques Knowledge of relevant procurement legislation Commercial awareness of different forms of contract Sound knowledge of the governance and procedural requirements for work winning. Detailed knowledge of estimating software packages MB968: Senior Estimator Location: Swindon Salary: £80,000 - £85,000 + £6,325 Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Company Car/Car Allowance (Depending on job grade), Pension matched up to 8%, 25 days annual leave plus holiday (opportunity to buy/sell leave will be implemented from January 2026), Private medical insurance, Free 24/7 EAP
01/09/2026
Full time
MB968: Senior Estimator Location: Swindon Salary: £80,000 - £85,000 + £6,325 Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Company Car/Car Allowance (Depending on job grade), Pension matched up to 8%, 25 days annual leave plus holiday (opportunity to buy/sell leave will be implemented from January 2026), Private medical insurance, Free 24/7 EAP Overview: First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic national construction business who are looking to recruit a Senior Estimator on a permanent basis due to growth based at their Swindon depot. Duties and Responsibilities: Ensure company governance procedures are followed at all times Work in coordination with the Bid Manager to ensure competitive pricing Agree methodologies and outputs for key activities with planner and, where appropriate, with Bid Manager / Design Manger Provide advice to Bid Manager / Design Manager on most cost effective design options Price alternative design solutions Procedure competitive price using methodologies and outputs etc to suit conditions/ situations relevant to the scheme. Advise Bid Manager of sufficiency of client bill of quantity / activity schedule and arrange for full quantity take off or checking as required. Develop local rates/ build up rates for self-delivered items Ensure Working Rule Agreement (and any other specific requirements such as London Living wage) included in labour rates Prepare scheme specific labour rate calculation where required. Develop local rates/ build up rates for self-delivered items Liaise with Planner to reconcile plant resource levels Comparison sheet for materials considering unit rate (conversation factors), wastage, waiting times and part loads etc. Liaise with procurement to determine appropriate selection of suppliers to send enquiries to. Liaise with procurement to determine the sufficiency and compliance of supplier quotations Liaise with procurement and agree on the selection of supplier quotations to be used in the estimate Liaise with procurement & bid team to determine appropriate selection of subcontractors to send enquires to Liaise with procurement to determine sufficiency and compliance of subcontractor quotations Preparation of comparation sheet for subcontractors details additions/ deletions from quoted rates Liaise with procurement and bid manager and agree on the selection of the subcontractor to be used in the estimate. Liaise with Planner / Technical Services / Temporary Works Coordinator to agree extent and nature of temporary works. Agree costs of temporary works with temporary works coordinator. Skills and Experience: Sound knowledge of civil engineering and construction techniques Knowledge of relevant procurement legislation Commercial awareness of different forms of contract Sound knowledge of the governance and procedural requirements for work winning. Detailed knowledge of estimating software packages MB968: Senior Estimator Location: Swindon Salary: £80,000 - £85,000 + £6,325 Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Company Car/Car Allowance (Depending on job grade), Pension matched up to 8%, 25 days annual leave plus holiday (opportunity to buy/sell leave will be implemented from January 2026), Private medical insurance, Free 24/7 EAP
Murphy is recruiting for a Planner to work with the Energy Team on the SSE ASTI Framework. Our business is well-known for its extensive in-house expertise, experience, and continuous drive to innovate within the industry to create added value for all our customers. Throughout our history we have strived to challenge the norm and incorporate a wide range of new technologies and capabilities to ensure we meet the ever-changing markets and demands. Today we support groundbreaking transmission and distribution projects in four countries - ensuring their energy security for decades to come. We offer a wide range of services including design, construction and commissioning. We deliver Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) projects serving both regulated and private customers along with technical and engineering solutions within the conventional power and energy transition markets. Our continual drive to innovate, while encouraging sustainability, ensures we remain at the forefront of the industry, and is demonstrated in our long-standing relationships with major energy providers in multiple countries. A day in the life of a Murphy Planner Prepare a resourced programme, including reviewing the outcome for conformance with expectations and requirements. Contribute to the risk register and undertake programme risk analysis. Prepare visual material in aid of planned methods. Manage personally controlled project documentation in an orderly fashion. Provide a link between all parties regarding the planning community information Define methods and establish outputs, in consultation with the estimator and other team members, including the supply chain in appropriate circumstances. Liaise with the design engineer to establish a design brief for temporary works. Provide the estimator with a justified schedule of temporary works and other indirect cost items. In consultation with Estimator advise project team of required feedback reports and support. Still interested, does this sound like you? Experience within Civil Engineering / Construction preferably within Water but not essential Use of planning software (P6, TILOS, QSRA). Active experience of working with a wide range of planning techniques in serving both tendering and contract delivery. Computer literate with a good working knowledge of Microsoft packages, including Microsoft Project and P6
01/09/2026
Full time
Murphy is recruiting for a Planner to work with the Energy Team on the SSE ASTI Framework. Our business is well-known for its extensive in-house expertise, experience, and continuous drive to innovate within the industry to create added value for all our customers. Throughout our history we have strived to challenge the norm and incorporate a wide range of new technologies and capabilities to ensure we meet the ever-changing markets and demands. Today we support groundbreaking transmission and distribution projects in four countries - ensuring their energy security for decades to come. We offer a wide range of services including design, construction and commissioning. We deliver Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) projects serving both regulated and private customers along with technical and engineering solutions within the conventional power and energy transition markets. Our continual drive to innovate, while encouraging sustainability, ensures we remain at the forefront of the industry, and is demonstrated in our long-standing relationships with major energy providers in multiple countries. A day in the life of a Murphy Planner Prepare a resourced programme, including reviewing the outcome for conformance with expectations and requirements. Contribute to the risk register and undertake programme risk analysis. Prepare visual material in aid of planned methods. Manage personally controlled project documentation in an orderly fashion. Provide a link between all parties regarding the planning community information Define methods and establish outputs, in consultation with the estimator and other team members, including the supply chain in appropriate circumstances. Liaise with the design engineer to establish a design brief for temporary works. Provide the estimator with a justified schedule of temporary works and other indirect cost items. In consultation with Estimator advise project team of required feedback reports and support. Still interested, does this sound like you? Experience within Civil Engineering / Construction preferably within Water but not essential Use of planning software (P6, TILOS, QSRA). Active experience of working with a wide range of planning techniques in serving both tendering and contract delivery. Computer literate with a good working knowledge of Microsoft packages, including Microsoft Project and P6
Hays Construction and Property
Heckmondwike, Yorkshire
Estimator Location: West Yorkshire Salary: Negotiable Salary + Benefits Regional Housebuilder Are you an Estimator looking to move into a role where you can influence land acquisition decisions, shape project viability, and play a key role in delivering profitable residential developments? Our client is a successful regional housebuilder with a strong pipeline of developments across Yorkshire and the North of England. Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit an Estimator to support the pre-construction and land teams by producing accurate cost appraisals and development estimates for both new land opportunities and live schemes. This is an excellent opportunity for an Estimator with a background in residential construction, groundworks, civil engineering, or housebuilding who enjoys the commercial side of construction and wants to be involved in the early stages of project delivery. Key Responsibilities Prepare detailed cost plans and development appraisals for proposed residential schemes. Analyse land opportunities and provide robust cost advice to support land acquisition and bidding decisions. Produce estimates using Excel-based appraisal models and estimating software. Carry out detailed quantity take-offs using Bluebeam software. Work closely with Engineers, Architects, Technical and Commercial teams to identify value engineering opportunities. Review infrastructure, drainage and groundworks proposals to ensure below-ground costs are accurately assessed. Liaise with subcontractors, suppliers and consultants to benchmark rates and maintain current market pricing data. Support the ongoing implementation and use of Evaluate Estimating Software and Dimtronics. Provide cost advice throughout the planning and design development stages. What We're Looking For Previous experience as an Estimator, Cost Planner, Quantity Surveyor or Civil Engineering Estimator. Experience within housebuilding, residential development, groundworks, civil engineering or infrastructure projects. Strong understanding of below-ground construction costs, roads, drainage and external works. Excellent Excel skills and experience preparing detailed cost plans. Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications. Experience using Bluebeam, Evaluate, ConQuest, Candy or similar estimating software would be advantageous. Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail. What's On Offer Negotiable salary depending on experience. Car or car allowance. Annual bonus scheme. Pension and additional benefits package. Opportunity to work for an established regional housebuilder with a strong land bank and development pipeline. Clear career progression within a growing commercial team. If you're looking for a role where your estimates directly influence land purchases, project profitability and future developments, we'd love to hear from you. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
01/09/2026
Full time
Estimator Location: West Yorkshire Salary: Negotiable Salary + Benefits Regional Housebuilder Are you an Estimator looking to move into a role where you can influence land acquisition decisions, shape project viability, and play a key role in delivering profitable residential developments? Our client is a successful regional housebuilder with a strong pipeline of developments across Yorkshire and the North of England. Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit an Estimator to support the pre-construction and land teams by producing accurate cost appraisals and development estimates for both new land opportunities and live schemes. This is an excellent opportunity for an Estimator with a background in residential construction, groundworks, civil engineering, or housebuilding who enjoys the commercial side of construction and wants to be involved in the early stages of project delivery. Key Responsibilities Prepare detailed cost plans and development appraisals for proposed residential schemes. Analyse land opportunities and provide robust cost advice to support land acquisition and bidding decisions. Produce estimates using Excel-based appraisal models and estimating software. Carry out detailed quantity take-offs using Bluebeam software. Work closely with Engineers, Architects, Technical and Commercial teams to identify value engineering opportunities. Review infrastructure, drainage and groundworks proposals to ensure below-ground costs are accurately assessed. Liaise with subcontractors, suppliers and consultants to benchmark rates and maintain current market pricing data. Support the ongoing implementation and use of Evaluate Estimating Software and Dimtronics. Provide cost advice throughout the planning and design development stages. What We're Looking For Previous experience as an Estimator, Cost Planner, Quantity Surveyor or Civil Engineering Estimator. Experience within housebuilding, residential development, groundworks, civil engineering or infrastructure projects. Strong understanding of below-ground construction costs, roads, drainage and external works. Excellent Excel skills and experience preparing detailed cost plans. Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications. Experience using Bluebeam, Evaluate, ConQuest, Candy or similar estimating software would be advantageous. Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail. What's On Offer Negotiable salary depending on experience. Car or car allowance. Annual bonus scheme. Pension and additional benefits package. Opportunity to work for an established regional housebuilder with a strong land bank and development pipeline. Clear career progression within a growing commercial team. If you're looking for a role where your estimates directly influence land purchases, project profitability and future developments, we'd love to hear from you. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Senior Project Manager - MOJ/Custodial We're looking for a Senior Project Manager to join our growing Willmott Dixon Interiors team, working across preconstruction and operational delivery on a number of prospective custodial projects based in and around Sussex and the surrounding region. This is a fantastic opportunity for a construction professional with genuine Prisons, HMP, Ministry of Justice or custodial sector experience to play a leading role on some of our most complex and highest-profile upcoming projects. You'll bring a clear understanding of the security, compliance and operational complexities that set custodial construction apart from other sectors. Initially, you'll be involved in the complex preconstruction elements of these projects, working closely with our bid, design and commercial teams to shape winning strategies and set the projects up for successful delivery. As projects move to site, you'll transition into an operational delivery role, acting as Operations Planning & Delivery Lead and overseeing day-to-day site delivery through to successful, defect-free handover. This role offers the right candidate genuine scope to grow within the business, with a clear route toward more senior delivery leadership as our custodial project pipeline develops. Key Responsibilities: Preconstruction & Work Winning Support and help lead preconstruction strategy for custodial project and framework opportunities. Contribute to first- and second-stage tendering through to contract close, including PCSA activity. Work with planners, estimators, design managers and MEP specialists to develop commercially robust, high-quality bids. Help ensure bids reflect the specific security, compliance and operational requirements of custodial environments. Operational Planning & Site Delivery Take full accountability for the delivery programme, understanding the build process and sequencing on live custodial sites. Identify, plan for and respond to project risks throughout the delivery lifecycle, including those specific to secure/custodial environments. Lead and motivate the project team and supply chain partners to deliver safely, on time, within budget and to the highest standards. Act as Operations Planning & Delivery Lead on site, ensuring a smooth transition from preconstruction into live delivery. Maintain HSE standards throughout and ensure a clean, defect-free project handover, including complete O&M documentation. Commercial, Contractual & Stakeholder Management Fully understand the project's contractual and commercial position, including agreements made during preconstruction. Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, consultants and regulatory bodies, including Ministry of Justice / HMPPS stakeholders. Provide clear, regular reporting to senior leadership and support governance approvals. Support commercial negotiations and contribute to reducing cost of error and improving delivery certainty. Essential Skills: Demonstrable experience working on Prisons, HMP, Ministry of Justice or other custodial construction projects. A clear understanding of the complexities, compliance requirements and operational sensitivities involved in delivering custodial sector projects. Proven experience in construction project management, ideally spanning both preconstruction and operational delivery. Within Construction, fit-out, interiors or refurbishment markets Strong stakeholder management and leadership capability, with experience managing multidisciplinary teams and supply chain partners. Sound commercial and contractual understanding, with the ability to manage risk effectively. Excellent communication, reporting and presentation skills. Existing security clearance, or the ability to obtain the vetting required to work on custodial/MoJ sites. Desirable Skills: Public sector framework knowledge and understanding (SCAPE, CCS, Procurement Hub etc.). PRINCE2, APM, MCIOB, MRICS or equivalent qualification. About Us: With over 170 years of rich history, Willmott Dixon's purpose is beyond profit; delivering brilliant buildings, transforming lives, strengthening communities and enhancing the environment so our world is fit for future generations. Ensuring that we add lasting value to the neighbourhoods we work in; our values, people, innovation, partnerships and focus on sustainability has allowed us to build a successful and solid privately owned business where our people can thrive. Willmott Dixon was recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the Top 10 "Big" Companies to Work For in 2025, named among the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality in 2024, and ranked in the Top Five of Europe's 1,000 best workplaces by the Financial Times in 2025. Willmott Dixon is also the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.
01/09/2026
Full time
Senior Project Manager - MOJ/Custodial We're looking for a Senior Project Manager to join our growing Willmott Dixon Interiors team, working across preconstruction and operational delivery on a number of prospective custodial projects based in and around Sussex and the surrounding region. This is a fantastic opportunity for a construction professional with genuine Prisons, HMP, Ministry of Justice or custodial sector experience to play a leading role on some of our most complex and highest-profile upcoming projects. You'll bring a clear understanding of the security, compliance and operational complexities that set custodial construction apart from other sectors. Initially, you'll be involved in the complex preconstruction elements of these projects, working closely with our bid, design and commercial teams to shape winning strategies and set the projects up for successful delivery. As projects move to site, you'll transition into an operational delivery role, acting as Operations Planning & Delivery Lead and overseeing day-to-day site delivery through to successful, defect-free handover. This role offers the right candidate genuine scope to grow within the business, with a clear route toward more senior delivery leadership as our custodial project pipeline develops. Key Responsibilities: Preconstruction & Work Winning Support and help lead preconstruction strategy for custodial project and framework opportunities. Contribute to first- and second-stage tendering through to contract close, including PCSA activity. Work with planners, estimators, design managers and MEP specialists to develop commercially robust, high-quality bids. Help ensure bids reflect the specific security, compliance and operational requirements of custodial environments. Operational Planning & Site Delivery Take full accountability for the delivery programme, understanding the build process and sequencing on live custodial sites. Identify, plan for and respond to project risks throughout the delivery lifecycle, including those specific to secure/custodial environments. Lead and motivate the project team and supply chain partners to deliver safely, on time, within budget and to the highest standards. Act as Operations Planning & Delivery Lead on site, ensuring a smooth transition from preconstruction into live delivery. Maintain HSE standards throughout and ensure a clean, defect-free project handover, including complete O&M documentation. Commercial, Contractual & Stakeholder Management Fully understand the project's contractual and commercial position, including agreements made during preconstruction. Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, consultants and regulatory bodies, including Ministry of Justice / HMPPS stakeholders. Provide clear, regular reporting to senior leadership and support governance approvals. Support commercial negotiations and contribute to reducing cost of error and improving delivery certainty. Essential Skills: Demonstrable experience working on Prisons, HMP, Ministry of Justice or other custodial construction projects. A clear understanding of the complexities, compliance requirements and operational sensitivities involved in delivering custodial sector projects. Proven experience in construction project management, ideally spanning both preconstruction and operational delivery. Within Construction, fit-out, interiors or refurbishment markets Strong stakeholder management and leadership capability, with experience managing multidisciplinary teams and supply chain partners. Sound commercial and contractual understanding, with the ability to manage risk effectively. Excellent communication, reporting and presentation skills. Existing security clearance, or the ability to obtain the vetting required to work on custodial/MoJ sites. Desirable Skills: Public sector framework knowledge and understanding (SCAPE, CCS, Procurement Hub etc.). PRINCE2, APM, MCIOB, MRICS or equivalent qualification. About Us: With over 170 years of rich history, Willmott Dixon's purpose is beyond profit; delivering brilliant buildings, transforming lives, strengthening communities and enhancing the environment so our world is fit for future generations. Ensuring that we add lasting value to the neighbourhoods we work in; our values, people, innovation, partnerships and focus on sustainability has allowed us to build a successful and solid privately owned business where our people can thrive. Willmott Dixon was recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the Top 10 "Big" Companies to Work For in 2025, named among the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality in 2024, and ranked in the Top Five of Europe's 1,000 best workplaces by the Financial Times in 2025. Willmott Dixon is also the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.
Senior Estimator Civil Engineering Birmingham Up to 85,000 plus company package The Opportunity We are recruiting for an experienced Senior Estimator to join a well-established and highly regarded civil engineering contractor based in Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded estimator to play a key role within a busy and growing Pre-Construction team, working on a diverse portfolio of highways, infrastructure, public realm and civil engineering projects. The successful candidate will be involved throughout the tender and pre-construction process, taking responsibility for producing accurate and competitive estimates while working closely with planners, commercial teams, operational teams and the wider supply chain. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the preparation of tender estimates from initial enquiry through to final submission. Review tender documentation, specifications, drawings and employer requirements. Produce detailed cost estimates, including labour, plant, materials, subcontract packages and preliminaries. Obtain and analyse quotations from subcontractors and suppliers. Identify risks, opportunities and value engineering solutions throughout the tender process. Develop competitive pricing strategies and robust cost submissions. Work closely with operational, commercial and planning teams to develop construction methodologies and tender programmes. Attend tender adjudications and contribute to bid and pre-construction strategy. Support Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) and pre-construction activities where required. Maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and supply chain partners. Mentor and support junior estimators within the team. About You To be considered, you will ideally have: Previous experience as a Senior Estimator or Estimator within civil engineering. Strong experience pricing highways, infrastructure, public realm, S278 and/or general civils projects. A strong understanding of construction methodologies, procurement and estimating processes. Experience working on competitive tenders and negotiated opportunities. The ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and contract documentation. Strong knowledge of subcontractor and supplier procurement. Excellent commercial awareness with the ability to identify risks and opportunities. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. A proactive and collaborative approach to pre-construction and tendering. Why Apply? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful Birmingham-based civil engineering contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality infrastructure and highways schemes. You will be joining an experienced Pre-Construction team and will have the opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of projects across the Midlands and beyond, with genuine opportunities to influence tender strategy, add value during pre-construction and contribute to the continued growth of the business. If you are an experienced Senior Estimator looking for your next challenge within the civil engineering sector, apply now for a confidential discussion or reach out to Ben Symonds at Kenton Black, Birmingham!
01/09/2026
Full time
Senior Estimator Civil Engineering Birmingham Up to 85,000 plus company package The Opportunity We are recruiting for an experienced Senior Estimator to join a well-established and highly regarded civil engineering contractor based in Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded estimator to play a key role within a busy and growing Pre-Construction team, working on a diverse portfolio of highways, infrastructure, public realm and civil engineering projects. The successful candidate will be involved throughout the tender and pre-construction process, taking responsibility for producing accurate and competitive estimates while working closely with planners, commercial teams, operational teams and the wider supply chain. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the preparation of tender estimates from initial enquiry through to final submission. Review tender documentation, specifications, drawings and employer requirements. Produce detailed cost estimates, including labour, plant, materials, subcontract packages and preliminaries. Obtain and analyse quotations from subcontractors and suppliers. Identify risks, opportunities and value engineering solutions throughout the tender process. Develop competitive pricing strategies and robust cost submissions. Work closely with operational, commercial and planning teams to develop construction methodologies and tender programmes. Attend tender adjudications and contribute to bid and pre-construction strategy. Support Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) and pre-construction activities where required. Maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and supply chain partners. Mentor and support junior estimators within the team. About You To be considered, you will ideally have: Previous experience as a Senior Estimator or Estimator within civil engineering. Strong experience pricing highways, infrastructure, public realm, S278 and/or general civils projects. A strong understanding of construction methodologies, procurement and estimating processes. Experience working on competitive tenders and negotiated opportunities. The ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and contract documentation. Strong knowledge of subcontractor and supplier procurement. Excellent commercial awareness with the ability to identify risks and opportunities. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. A proactive and collaborative approach to pre-construction and tendering. Why Apply? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful Birmingham-based civil engineering contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality infrastructure and highways schemes. You will be joining an experienced Pre-Construction team and will have the opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of projects across the Midlands and beyond, with genuine opportunities to influence tender strategy, add value during pre-construction and contribute to the continued growth of the business. If you are an experienced Senior Estimator looking for your next challenge within the civil engineering sector, apply now for a confidential discussion or reach out to Ben Symonds at Kenton Black, Birmingham!
Senior Estimator Civil Engineering Birmingham Up to 85,000 plus company package The Opportunity We are recruiting for an experienced Senior Estimator to join a well-established and highly regarded civil engineering contractor based in Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded estimator to play a key role within a busy and growing Pre-Construction team, working on a diverse portfolio of highways, infrastructure, public realm and civil engineering projects. The successful candidate will be involved throughout the tender and pre-construction process, taking responsibility for producing accurate and competitive estimates while working closely with planners, commercial teams, operational teams and the wider supply chain. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the preparation of tender estimates from initial enquiry through to final submission. Review tender documentation, specifications, drawings and employer requirements. Produce detailed cost estimates, including labour, plant, materials, subcontract packages and preliminaries. Obtain and analyse quotations from subcontractors and suppliers. Identify risks, opportunities and value engineering solutions throughout the tender process. Develop competitive pricing strategies and robust cost submissions. Work closely with operational, commercial and planning teams to develop construction methodologies and tender programmes. Attend tender adjudications and contribute to bid and pre-construction strategy. Support Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) and pre-construction activities where required. Maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and supply chain partners. Mentor and support junior estimators within the team. About You To be considered, you will ideally have: Previous experience as a Senior Estimator or Estimator within civil engineering. Strong experience pricing highways, infrastructure, public realm, S278 and/or general civils projects. A strong understanding of construction methodologies, procurement and estimating processes. Experience working on competitive tenders and negotiated opportunities. The ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and contract documentation. Strong knowledge of subcontractor and supplier procurement. Excellent commercial awareness with the ability to identify risks and opportunities. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. A proactive and collaborative approach to pre-construction and tendering. Why Apply? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful Birmingham-based civil engineering contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality infrastructure and highways schemes. You will be joining an experienced Pre-Construction team and will have the opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of projects across the Midlands and beyond, with genuine opportunities to influence tender strategy, add value during pre-construction and contribute to the continued growth of the business. If you are an experienced Senior Estimator looking for your next challenge within the civil engineering sector, apply now for a confidential discussion or reach out to Ben Symonds at Kenton Black, Birmingham!
01/09/2026
Full time
Senior Estimator Civil Engineering Birmingham Up to 85,000 plus company package The Opportunity We are recruiting for an experienced Senior Estimator to join a well-established and highly regarded civil engineering contractor based in Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded estimator to play a key role within a busy and growing Pre-Construction team, working on a diverse portfolio of highways, infrastructure, public realm and civil engineering projects. The successful candidate will be involved throughout the tender and pre-construction process, taking responsibility for producing accurate and competitive estimates while working closely with planners, commercial teams, operational teams and the wider supply chain. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the preparation of tender estimates from initial enquiry through to final submission. Review tender documentation, specifications, drawings and employer requirements. Produce detailed cost estimates, including labour, plant, materials, subcontract packages and preliminaries. Obtain and analyse quotations from subcontractors and suppliers. Identify risks, opportunities and value engineering solutions throughout the tender process. Develop competitive pricing strategies and robust cost submissions. Work closely with operational, commercial and planning teams to develop construction methodologies and tender programmes. Attend tender adjudications and contribute to bid and pre-construction strategy. Support Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) and pre-construction activities where required. Maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and supply chain partners. Mentor and support junior estimators within the team. About You To be considered, you will ideally have: Previous experience as a Senior Estimator or Estimator within civil engineering. Strong experience pricing highways, infrastructure, public realm, S278 and/or general civils projects. A strong understanding of construction methodologies, procurement and estimating processes. Experience working on competitive tenders and negotiated opportunities. The ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and contract documentation. Strong knowledge of subcontractor and supplier procurement. Excellent commercial awareness with the ability to identify risks and opportunities. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. A proactive and collaborative approach to pre-construction and tendering. Why Apply? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful Birmingham-based civil engineering contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality infrastructure and highways schemes. You will be joining an experienced Pre-Construction team and will have the opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of projects across the Midlands and beyond, with genuine opportunities to influence tender strategy, add value during pre-construction and contribute to the continued growth of the business. If you are an experienced Senior Estimator looking for your next challenge within the civil engineering sector, apply now for a confidential discussion or reach out to Ben Symonds at Kenton Black, Birmingham!
Senior Estimator Civil Engineering Birmingham Up to 85,000 plus company package The Opportunity We are recruiting for an experienced Senior Estimator to join a well-established and highly regarded civil engineering contractor based in Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded estimator to play a key role within a busy and growing Pre-Construction team, working on a diverse portfolio of highways, infrastructure, public realm and civil engineering projects. The successful candidate will be involved throughout the tender and pre-construction process, taking responsibility for producing accurate and competitive estimates while working closely with planners, commercial teams, operational teams and the wider supply chain. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the preparation of tender estimates from initial enquiry through to final submission. Review tender documentation, specifications, drawings and employer requirements. Produce detailed cost estimates, including labour, plant, materials, subcontract packages and preliminaries. Obtain and analyse quotations from subcontractors and suppliers. Identify risks, opportunities and value engineering solutions throughout the tender process. Develop competitive pricing strategies and robust cost submissions. Work closely with operational, commercial and planning teams to develop construction methodologies and tender programmes. Attend tender adjudications and contribute to bid and pre-construction strategy. Support Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) and pre-construction activities where required. Maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and supply chain partners. Mentor and support junior estimators within the team. About You To be considered, you will ideally have: Previous experience as a Senior Estimator or Estimator within civil engineering. Strong experience pricing highways, infrastructure, public realm, S278 and/or general civils projects. A strong understanding of construction methodologies, procurement and estimating processes. Experience working on competitive tenders and negotiated opportunities. The ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and contract documentation. Strong knowledge of subcontractor and supplier procurement. Excellent commercial awareness with the ability to identify risks and opportunities. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. A proactive and collaborative approach to pre-construction and tendering. Why Apply? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful Birmingham-based civil engineering contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality infrastructure and highways schemes. You will be joining an experienced Pre-Construction team and will have the opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of projects across the Midlands and beyond, with genuine opportunities to influence tender strategy, add value during pre-construction and contribute to the continued growth of the business. If you are an experienced Senior Estimator looking for your next challenge within the civil engineering sector, apply now for a confidential discussion or reach out to Ben Symonds at Kenton Black, Birmingham!
01/09/2026
Full time
Senior Estimator Civil Engineering Birmingham Up to 85,000 plus company package The Opportunity We are recruiting for an experienced Senior Estimator to join a well-established and highly regarded civil engineering contractor based in Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded estimator to play a key role within a busy and growing Pre-Construction team, working on a diverse portfolio of highways, infrastructure, public realm and civil engineering projects. The successful candidate will be involved throughout the tender and pre-construction process, taking responsibility for producing accurate and competitive estimates while working closely with planners, commercial teams, operational teams and the wider supply chain. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the preparation of tender estimates from initial enquiry through to final submission. Review tender documentation, specifications, drawings and employer requirements. Produce detailed cost estimates, including labour, plant, materials, subcontract packages and preliminaries. Obtain and analyse quotations from subcontractors and suppliers. Identify risks, opportunities and value engineering solutions throughout the tender process. Develop competitive pricing strategies and robust cost submissions. Work closely with operational, commercial and planning teams to develop construction methodologies and tender programmes. Attend tender adjudications and contribute to bid and pre-construction strategy. Support Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) and pre-construction activities where required. Maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and supply chain partners. Mentor and support junior estimators within the team. About You To be considered, you will ideally have: Previous experience as a Senior Estimator or Estimator within civil engineering. Strong experience pricing highways, infrastructure, public realm, S278 and/or general civils projects. A strong understanding of construction methodologies, procurement and estimating processes. Experience working on competitive tenders and negotiated opportunities. The ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and contract documentation. Strong knowledge of subcontractor and supplier procurement. Excellent commercial awareness with the ability to identify risks and opportunities. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. A proactive and collaborative approach to pre-construction and tendering. Why Apply? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful Birmingham-based civil engineering contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality infrastructure and highways schemes. You will be joining an experienced Pre-Construction team and will have the opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of projects across the Midlands and beyond, with genuine opportunities to influence tender strategy, add value during pre-construction and contribute to the continued growth of the business. If you are an experienced Senior Estimator looking for your next challenge within the civil engineering sector, apply now for a confidential discussion or reach out to Ben Symonds at Kenton Black, Birmingham!
