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We are partnering with a leading UK infrastructure contractor to recruit a Senior Estimator . This is a key role for an experienced professional who can lead the estimating process for complex civil engineering projects. Senior Estimator Location: South West (Hybrid) Salary: Up to £75,000 + benefits We are partnering with a leading UK infrastructure contractor to recruit a Senior Estimator . This is a key role for an experienced professional who can lead the estimating process for complex civil engineering projects. What you'll do: Prepare accurate cost estimates for major infrastructure works. Review drawings and specifications to determine scope and risk. Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors for competitive pricing. Work closely with engineering and commercial teams to ensure bids are robust and deliverable. What we're looking for: Proven experience in estimating for civil or marine projects. Strong commercial awareness and ability to interpret technical documentation. Excellent analytical and communication skills. Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Office. This is an opportunity to join a growing business delivering high-profile projects across the UK. Apply now for a confidential discussion. Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

You will like Estimating & winning work from Dawlish/Exeter HQ for leader in marine civil engineering and coastal infrastructure, who are growing sustainably. This is a very nice opportunity with hybrid working options and the chance to make a real impact in a collaborative, people-first culture. You will like The Marine/Civils Estimator job opportunity itself from Dawlish Devon with hybrid working, where you'll lead the estimating process for high-value marine civil engineering projects - from concept through to bid submission. Working closely with the Head of Estimating, you'll provide hands-on technical input and commercial insight to ensure all tenders are accurate, competitive, and risk-aware. You'll collaborate across multiple departments - including engineering, planning, and commercial - to develop realistic programmes, identify value engineering opportunities, and support pricing strategy at board level. More specifically: Lead and prepare detailed cost estimates for marine and heavy civil engineering projects Review drawings, specifications, and contract documents to determine scope, risk, and resourcing Prepare and validate take-offs, production rates, and plant and material costs Collaborate with commercial, engineering, and operations teams to align bids with delivery methodology Engage with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations and ensure bid compliance Oversee bid preparation, ensuring submissions are high-quality, accurate, and on time Support mentoring of junior estimators and promote best practice across the team Contribute to continuous improvement and digital innovation within estimating - including the use of AI tools in bid preparation If you're passionate about cost planning and marine construction - and ready to lead bids that shape the nation's ports, harbours, and coastlines - this could be your next move. You will get As Marine/Civils Estimator, you will enjoy a salary up to £75K + comprehensive package! Company bonus Company car Three times salary life assurance (Death in Service) 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service Company pension scheme, matched up to 10% contribution Company healthcare Hybrid working options (with flexibility for home-based candidates) Opportunities to work on iconic marine infrastructure projects across the UK A culture that genuinely encourages collaboration, diversity, and continuous improvement You will have To be successful as Marine/Civils Estimator you will have proven experience as a Senior Estimator within marine, civil, or heavy infrastructure projects. Plus, a healthy mix of the following: Sound understanding of marine construction techniques, risks, and environmental constraints Strong commercial and contractual awareness (NEC experience advantageous) Excellent analytical, numerical, and communication skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office, estimating and project planning software Ability to read and interpret drawings and technical documentation Collaborative mindset with the confidence to liaise effectively across departments Full UK driving licence (essential) You can apply To Marine/Civils Estimator by pushing the button on this job posting (recommended), or by sending CV in confidence to UK_MS

You will like Estimating & winning work from Dawlish/Exeter HQ for leader in marine civil engineering and coastal infrastructure, who are growing sustainably. This is a very nice opportunity with hybrid working options and the chance to make a real impact in a collaborative, people-first culture. You will like The Marine/Civils Estimator job opportunity itself from Dawlish Devon with hybrid working, where you ll lead the estimating process for high-value marine civil engineering projects from concept through to bid submission. Working closely with the Head of Estimating, you ll provide hands-on technical input and commercial insight to ensure all tenders are accurate, competitive, and risk-aware. You ll collaborate across multiple departments including engineering, planning, and commercial to develop realistic programmes, identify value engineering opportunities, and support pricing strategy at board level. More specifically: Lead and prepare detailed cost estimates for marine and heavy civil engineering projects Review drawings, specifications, and contract documents to determine scope, risk, and resourcing Prepare and validate take-offs, production rates, and plant and material costs Collaborate with commercial, engineering, and operations teams to align bids with delivery methodology Engage with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations and ensure bid compliance Oversee bid preparation, ensuring submissions are high-quality, accurate, and on time Support mentoring of junior estimators and promote best practice across the team Contribute to continuous improvement and digital innovation within estimating including the use of AI tools in bid preparation If you re passionate about cost planning and marine construction and ready to lead bids that shape the nation s ports, harbours, and coastlines this could be your next move. You will get As Marine/Civils Estimator, you will enjoy a salary up to £75K + comprehensive package! Company bonus Company car Three times salary life assurance (Death in Service) 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service Company pension scheme, matched up to 10% contribution Company healthcare Hybrid working options (with flexibility for home-based candidates) Opportunities to work on iconic marine infrastructure projects across the UK A culture that genuinely encourages collaboration, diversity, and continuous improvement You will have To be successful as Marine/Civils Estimator you will have proven experience as a Senior Estimator within marine, civil, or heavy infrastructure projects. Plus, a healthy mix of the following: Sound understanding of marine construction techniques, risks, and environmental constraints Strong commercial and contractual awareness (NEC experience advantageous) Excellent analytical, numerical, and communication skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office, estimating and project planning software Ability to read and interpret drawings and technical documentation Collaborative mindset with the confidence to liaise effectively across departments Full UK driving licence (essential) You can apply To Marine/Civils Estimator by pushing the button on this job posting (recommended), or by sending CV in confidence to (url removed) UK_MS

Experienced Civils Estimators required - All levels - Permanent - Leeds - Water Framework - Civils - Graduate - Senior Your new company You will be joining a civil engineering contractor based in Leeds operating within the water industry. This multi-accredited and established contractor has a strong pipeline of work in the water industry, delivering infrastructure schemes, and offers excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development. Due to continued success, they are seeking experienced Water Estimators to join their team from Graduate level to Senior. These are full-time permanent positions based out of their Leeds office with hybrid working (3 days' office/site, 2 days' remote). Your new role As an Estimator, you will be responsible for, but not limited to: Preparing detailed cost estimates, including materials, labour, equipment and subcontractor costs Assisting in the preparation of competitive bids to allow final review Performing quantity take-offs of civil works (structures, earthworks, pipelines etc.) from design plans Analysing potential risks, challenges and uncertainties during the estimation process and incorporating contingency plans or pricing Collaborating with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive pricing for materials and services Ensuring all estimates comply with local regulations, safety standards and project requirements Suggesting cost-effective alternatives and value engineering strategies Coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure clarity of scope, costs and timelines. What you'll need to succeed In order to be successful, you must have: Minimum 3 years' experience in cost estimation, with familiarity with water infrastructure or heavy civil construction Sound understanding of construction methods, water infrastructure components, material and labour costs Proficiency in estimating software (e.g. CostX, Bluebeam or similar tools) Strong negotiation and communication skills Full UK driving licence. What you'll get in return In return, you will receive: Starting salary from 30000 - 85000 per annum (negotiable depending on experience) Minimum 28 days' annual leave (option to buy/sell additional days) plus bank holidays Company car or car allowance Fuel card Hybrid working (3 days' office/site, 2 days' remote) Performance-based bonus Life assurance Private medical insurance Enhanced family-friendly benefits Exposure to high-profile and rewarding projects Continuous training and development Supportive and collaborative work environment Opportunity to grow and progress your career with an industry-leading contractor and more. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role and meet the criteria above, 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)

Elvet Recruitment are recruiting for a Senior Civil Engineering Estimator on behalf of a large 4bn turnover main contractor to work across their extremely positive looking AMP8 workload. This contractor has just ticked off a very successful AMP7 period with over 5 Water clients nationwide and are growing further in their capabilities! With the early sight of large projects in United Utilities they're looking to strengthen their Estimating team to mainly support that work stream. Also potential involvement within Yorkshire Water, Severn Trent Water & more! This role would give someone the opportunity for fully remote working from home, realistic progression in a regional business unit and to benefit from this contractors priorities with well-being & development. Projects are mainly full Water Treatment Works upgrades up to 60m+ individual values. Also combined sewer overflows, storm tanks and other varied heavy infrastructure projects. Duties/Responsibilities: Leading estimating process from receiving documents to handover to delivery Organise bids and pricing of projects at all stages Commercial appraisal of subcontract quotations and materials Selection of sub-contractors Raise Technical Queries and ensure design is accurate & feasible to ensure relevant costing Prepare estimating bid team meetings & final settlement Use of specialist estimating software such as RIB Candy or similar Working daily with contracts so must ideally have knowledge of NEC, ICE and IChemE Experience required: Must have experience as Estimator or Senior Estimator on heavy civil engineering schemes for United Utilities or a similar Water client Must have experience working within Waste or Clean water treatment Beneficial: Degree, HNC/HNC qualified in Construction or Civil Engineering related subject Remuneration: A salary of up to 86,000 (dependant upon experience) plus: Electric / Hybrid Vehicle scheme or car allowance, fuel expenses, 26 days + statutory annual leave - can buy or sell up to 5 days, family healthcare, 7.5% matched pension scheme and access to an industry-leading additional benefits package from day one! For more info contact Andy Gray at Elvet Recruitment.

Senior Estimator Chesterfield We are working one of the UK's leading Privately Owned civil engineering contractors to recruit a Senior Estimator for their South Yorkshire Regional Office. Other main duties include: Manage and co-ordinate information for bids and tenders Ensuring the database of suppliers and sub contractors is maintained Liaison with Clients to ensure thorough understanding of scope of works Working with Planning and Project Delivery Teams to ensure a robust programme of work Assessing and advising on commercial risk Preparing and submitting quotations for work Monitoring the stages of a project to make sure that costs are kept in line with forecasts About You The ideal candidate will have a strong background in estimating in civil engineering, with experience of projects of a similar nature which include highways, earthworks, and infrastructure Calibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business.

The client A leading Civil Engineering contract from the Lancashire region are now looking for an experienced Civil Engineering Estimator. A well-established Civil Engineering contractor who have been running for over 30 years. They specialise in Infrastructure (roads, bridges, rail and sub-structures), and also public realm, landfill and waste projects. Projects Prepare competitive tender bids for contracts with Local Authorities, Public Utilities and private clients. Typical projects are roads, highways, car parks, highway improvements, 278 works, bridges, retaining walls earthworks and ground remediation, reservoirs and river works and utilities schemes etc. Key Job Responsibilities Involved in and oversee the whole process from tender submission and negotiation to securing project/contracts Carry out material take offs and send out enquiries to subcontractors and suppliers for each tender. May be required to do Bill of Quantity take offs for certain drawing and specification tender opportunities Price up all rates from basic principles broken down on a labour, plant, materials and subcontract basis Send out sub-contract enquiries / compare and interrogate sub contract quotations Price up all preliminary items for each tender in advance of finalisation with the Directors Knowledge of CESSM, SMM7, Highways Method of Measurement Excellent knowledge of various forms of Construction Contracts (NEC/JCT/ICE) Compile tender deliverables if required. These may include but are not limited to: - o Contract Programme (Microsoft Project) o Labour Histograms o Outline Methodology Statements o Traffic Management Proposals Good working knowledge of Excel / bespoke Estimating software such as Conquest or Valesco. Attend pre-award / pre-contract meetings Attend internal handover meetings to contract management Good technical knowledge and able to fully understand technical specifications Ability to undertake several estimates simultaneously and complete to agreed deadlines. Analysis of tender documentation, interaction with Consultant Engineers, Architects and Clients Good interpersonal skills to provide the client with a first class customer service Qualifications: Degree or HNC in Civil Engineering Knowledge and required Skills Minimum 10 years experience in Civil Engineering Industry Familiar with the Civil Engineering Standard Method of Measurement, Highway Method of Measurement and SMM 7 Fully IT literate. Experience in any proprietary Estimating packages would be useful preferably Valesco which my client have adopted as their estimating software. Ideally from a Site Management background with a good understanding of construction techniques, productions and outputs. Has preferably undertaken an estimating role in a similar, medium-sized civil engineering business Key Personal Attributes First class analytical and technical skills Hands-on approach Tenacious, able to interpret requirements from the basic of information Results orientated Team player Career Objective The ideal candidate will be seeking a role in a medium sized successful business and wants to progress to a Chief Estimator position overseeing the estimating department at some stage in their career. Salary £50,000 - £62,000 - Salary will depend on experience and would come with the usual benefits package Car or car allowance 24 days holiday (with the option to buy up to 5 days) Life assurance Healthcare , Pension, Childcare vouchers, If you want to apply please email me Anderselite Ltd operates as both an Employment Agency and Employment Business. Our non-discrimination policy can be viewed on our website at

The client A leading Civil Engineering contract from the Lancashire region are now looking for an experienced Civil Engineering Estimator. A well-established Civil Engineering contractor who have been running for over 30 years. They specialise in Infrastructure (roads, bridges, rail and sub-structures), and also public realm, landfill and waste projects. Projects Prepare competitive tender bids for contracts with Local Authorities, Public Utilities and private clients. Typical projects are roads, highways, car parks, highway improvements, 278 works, bridges, retaining walls earthworks and ground remediation, reservoirs and river works and utilities schemes etc. Key Job Responsibilities Involved in and oversee the whole process from tender submission and negotiation to securing project/contracts Carry out material take offs and send out enquiries to subcontractors and suppliers for each tender. May be required to do Bill of Quantity take offs for certain drawing and specification tender opportunities Price up all rates from basic principles broken down on a labour, plant, materials and subcontract basis Send out sub-contract enquiries / compare and interrogate sub contract quotations Price up all preliminary items for each tender in advance of finalisation with the Directors Knowledge of CESSM, SMM7, Highways Method of Measurement Excellent knowledge of various forms of Construction Contracts (NEC/JCT/ICE) Compile tender deliverables if required. These may include but are not limited to: - o Contract Programme (Microsoft Project) o Labour Histograms o Outline Methodology Statements o Traffic Management Proposals Good working knowledge of Excel / bespoke Estimating software such as Conquest or Valesco. Attend pre-award / pre-contract meetings Attend internal handover meetings to contract management Good technical knowledge and able to fully understand technical specifications Ability to undertake several estimates simultaneously and complete to agreed deadlines. Analysis of tender documentation, interaction with Consultant Engineers, Architects and Clients Good interpersonal skills to provide the client with a first class customer service Qualifications: Degree or HNC in Civil Engineering Knowledge and required Skills Minimum 10 years experience in Civil Engineering Industry Familiar with the Civil Engineering Standard Method of Measurement, Highway Method of Measurement and SMM 7 Fully IT literate. Experience in any proprietary Estimating packages would be useful preferably Valesco which my client have adopted as their estimating software. Ideally from a Site Management background with a good understanding of construction techniques, productions and outputs. Has preferably undertaken an estimating role in a similar, medium-sized civil engineering business Key Personal Attributes First class analytical and technical skills Hands-on approach Tenacious, able to interpret requirements from the basic of information Results orientated Team player Career Objective The ideal candidate will be seeking a role in a medium sized successful business and wants to progress to a Chief Estimator position overseeing the estimating department at some stage in their career. Salary £50,000 - £62,000 - Salary will depend on experience and would come with the usual benefits package Car or car allowance 24 days holiday (with the option to buy up to 5 days) Life assurance Healthcare , Pension, Childcare vouchers, If you want to apply please email me Anderselite Ltd operates as both an Employment Agency and Employment Business. Our non-discrimination policy can be viewed on our website at

Senior Estimator 80,000-85,000 + package The Business Our client has a proven record of providing superior value through civil engineering excellence. They work in close partnership with their customers and suppliers, sharing skills and expertise to facilitate efficient project delivery, and operate under a variety of contract forms such as open book, design and build and full turnkey contracts. In addition to traditional contracts, they have a long track record of working in frameworks, partnerships and alliances. Their culture is one that embraces change, welcomes new ideas and supports the move towards a more collaborative approach in all aspects of their operations. Whether it's construct-only or strategic asset management, our client has earned its reputation as a tier 1 supplier of civil engineering service. The Role To manage and co-ordinate all estimating aspects of a bid, ensuring that high quality, competitive proposals are delivered to their customer in a manner consistent with the management system. To establish and maintain positive and effective relationships with customers, partners and bid team. Role Description *Where no Bid Manager is appointed and if required by the relevant Business Stream, lead the bid process to ensure that tender deliverables are produced in a timely and effective manner. *Oversee and/or interrogate design options and 'value' solutions, and if appropriate, identify the attractiveness of a project based on sound estimating principles. Activities to include: Review customer's drawings and specifications to prepare accurate costing sheets for materials, labour and equipment ¬ Ensure compliance with procedures, including pre-construction gate process. *Assess and manage risk and opportunity and support negotiations as part of the pricing process. *Collate and review tender documents and submission requirements in a timely way, ensuring all financial information is identified and provided and accurate compliant design proposals are included ¬ Establish and agree key plant rates. *Agree with engineering and planning key methods, outputs and plant selection. Detailed analysis of subcontractors' analysis. ¬ *Manage and coordinate the preparation of preliminary and general expense pricing including plant schedules and risk assessment. ¬ *Prepare tender settlement papers and carry out any belated adjustments as a result of tender settlements ¬ Provide bills of allowances as part of the commercial handover meeting. *Responsibility for 'sign off' of all cost elements prior to any gate meetings or financial submissions ¬ Select suitable sub-contractors and specialists for each project. *Ensure that key specialists are utilised on each bid to optimise: design, specification, programme and value ¬ Manage the production of cost information for senior management. *Provide considered responses to customer questions including post tender queries. Ensure that the project commercial team have received an effective handover of bid documentation. Represent the company and present tender proposals at customer interviews. *Support the development and implementation of the appropriate digital toolsets to execute cost take-off and other estimating activities, such as 5D cost planning. *Attend or carry out periodic Tender Health Checks and formal risk reviews to ensure that the identified risks are mitigated as far as possible in tender submissions. *Ensure that cost planning and estimating are accurate and reflect the project requirements and risk profile. *Provide mentoring on bids to less experienced Estimators and the bid teams, if required *Maintain the company supply chain database/ Estimating system with tender information from allocated bids. *Carry out measurement & take-offs, pricing and entering into the system. * Ensure a relentless focus on Zero Harm * Support the delivery of Sustainability activities Ideal Candidate * Previous experience of managing/implementing all aspects of the estimating process for highways projects, within the construction industry is required, along with a valid CSCS card, where applicable. * Membership of a relevant professional body and/or a relevant professional qualification is desirable, such as RICS/CIOB/RIBA/ICE/CIBSE. ONLY CANDIDATES WITH UK CIVIL ENGINEERING/INFRASTRUCTURE (ESTIMATING) EXPERIENCE WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE. The ideal candidate will also have a stable track-record of employment over the course of their career. (e.g. minimum of three years in each role/past employer