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Our client is a leading civil engineering, infrastructure and structures contractor. They currently have an immediate requirement for a Freelance Senior Estimator with experience of pricing heavy civils, concrete and structures packages from 1st Principles within the railway sector . Freelance Senior Estimator (Rail & Civils) requirements: Engineering background and degree qualified in a relevant Engineering or similar qualification and relevant experience 10+ years' experience as an Engineer on site &/or a delivery role with Estimating experience working on civils and structures projects within the railway sector. Demonstratable experience in pricing works from 1st principles is essential, and able take off quantities from drawings. Understanding of engineering resources, their costs and outputs and how these translate to the overall project cost. Knowledge of risk management procedures and how these impact on cost estimates. Ability to build up project programme and sequencing. Conversant with different types of Estimating Software and generally strong IT Skills. Awareness of current construction technologies and methods, and how these impact on outputs and costs. Commercial acumen and contractual awareness. Ability to liaise with internal and external customers Freelance Senior Estimator (Rail & Civils) Benefits: Working for an established and fast-growing civil engineering infrastructure contractor, delivering major projects. Long term contract opportunity, Outside ir35. Hybrid working available. Immediate role. If you are interested in this Freelance Senior Estimator (Rail & Civils) opportunity, apply now.

Senior Estimator Location: Surrey / Hybrid Reporting to: Pre-Construction Director / Estimating Manager Salary: Competitive + Car Allowance + Bonus + Benefits About the Role We are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join our growing Civil Engineering team. The successful candidate will play a key role within the pre-construction function, leading the preparation of competitive and commercially robust tenders across a diverse portfolio of infrastructure projects valued up to 75 million. Projects will include highways, enabling works, deep drainage, Energy from Waste (EfW) infrastructure, rail and major civil engineering schemes for both public and private sector clients. You will be responsible for managing the full estimating process from initial enquiry through to tender submission, working closely with operational, commercial and design teams to develop winning bid strategies and deliver accurate, risk-adjusted cost plans. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the preparation of estimates and tender submissions for projects ranging from 1m to 75m. Review tender documentation, specifications, drawings and contract requirements. Develop detailed cost estimates, pricing models and tender strategies. Prepare and issue subcontractor and supplier enquiries. Analyse subcontractor quotations and undertake detailed commercial comparisons. Develop preliminary construction methodologies and programmes in conjunction with delivery teams. Maintain and develop estimating databases, benchmarking information and historical cost records. Work collaboratively with project managers, planners, engineers and commercial teams during bid preparation. Essential Experience & Qualifications Minimum 8-10 years' estimating experience within the civil engineering and infrastructure sector. Proven track record of successfully pricing and securing projects up to 75m in value. Strong experience across one or more of the following sectors: Highways Enabling works Deep drainage and utilities Energy from Waste (EfW) Major civil engineering projects Strong understanding of NEC forms of contract. Ability to prepare detailed first-principles estimates. Experience using industry estimating software and Microsoft Office Suite. Desirable Experience Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or similar discipline. Experience working with Tier 1 or leading regional civil engineering contractors. Experience of Design & Build procurement routes. Key Competencies Strong analytical and numerical skills. Commercially astute with excellent attention to detail. Strategic thinker with the ability to identify competitive advantages. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Senior Estimator Civil Engineering & Infrastructure Location: West Cumbria Employment: Permanent Sector: Civil Engineering / Major Infrastructure The Opportunity We are recruiting for an experienced Senior Estimator to join an established civil engineering contractor delivering a major, long-term infrastructure renewal programme in West Cumbria. This is an excellent opportunity to become involved in a significant programme of civil engineering works, covering roads, rail infrastructure, bridges, utilities and major structural upgrades. Projects typically range up to £10m, with larger schemes valued between £10m and £30m. The wider programme is expected to run for approximately 8 15 years, offering excellent long-term career prospects. The successful candidate will play a key role in preparing accurate and competitive tender estimates, working closely with bid management, planning, procurement and operational teams. The Role As Senior Estimator, you will take responsibility for preparing detailed cost estimates and tender submissions for a range of civil engineering and infrastructure projects. Key responsibilities include: Preparing detailed and accurate cost estimates for civil engineering and infrastructure tenders. Developing first-principles estimates covering labour, plant, materials, subcontractors and preliminaries. Reviewing drawings, specifications, bills of quantities and tender documentation. Carrying out quantity take-offs and preparing detailed pricing schedules. Working closely with Bid Managers, Planners, Procurement and Engineering teams to develop competitive tender submissions. Obtaining, reviewing and comparing supplier and subcontractor quotations. Assessing construction methodologies, programme requirements and associated costs. Pricing Temporary Works requirements in coordination with engineering and technical teams. Identifying tender risks, opportunities and value engineering solutions. Supporting early contractor involvement and budget pricing exercises. Preparing tender summaries and presenting pricing information at settlement meetings. Supporting post-tender clarifications and commercial discussions. Providing detailed estimating handovers to project delivery and commercial teams following successful tenders. Supporting and mentoring junior estimators where required. Requirements Previous experience as a Senior Estimator or experienced Estimator within civil engineering or infrastructure. Strong background in pricing civil engineering works, ideally including highways, rail, bridges, structures, utilities or heavy civils. Experience preparing detailed first-principles estimates. Good understanding of construction methodologies, resource planning and project costs. Experience working with NEC contracts. Strong knowledge of tendering procedures, procurement and subcontractor pricing. Experience reviewing bills of quantities, drawings and technical specifications. Good commercial awareness and understanding of project risks. Experience using estimating software packages. Strong communication and organisational skills. Ability to work collaboratively with bid, planning, engineering and operational teams. Ability to obtain UK Security Check (SC) clearance, or already hold the appropriate clearance. Apply Now If you are an experienced Senior Estimator with a strong civil engineering or infrastructure background and are looking for a long-term opportunity on a major infrastructure programme, we would be interested in hearing from you. Apply today for a confidential discussion about the position.

Senior Estimator Major Projects Work Winning I'm working with a leading Tier 1 infrastructure contractor that is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Estimator to join its growing Work Winning team. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to play a key role in pricing and securing major water and civil engineering projects , working on complex, high-value schemes across the UK. You'll take a leading role in developing accurate, competitive and commercially robust estimates , working closely with pre-construction, engineering, commercial and operational teams to put together winning solutions. The role Lead the preparation of estimates for major civil engineering and water projects Take ownership of pricing from early-stage opportunity through to tender submission Develop detailed and commercially robust estimates Review construction methodologies, build-ups, risks and opportunities Work closely with design, engineering, commercial and operational teams Lead and coordinate estimating activities across complex tenders Challenge assumptions and identify opportunities to improve competitiveness Support the development of winning strategies and value-engineered solutions Present estimates and pricing strategies to senior stakeholders What they're looking for Strong Senior Estimator / Estimator experience within a Tier 1 or major infrastructure contractor Strong civil engineering background Experience across water, utilities, infrastructure or major civils Good understanding of construction methodologies and buildability Strong knowledge of risk, pricing and commercial principles Experience working on complex, multi-disciplinary tenders Excellent analytical and numerical skills Strong communication and stakeholder management skills A proactive, commercially minded approach with a genuine desire to win work If you don't tick every single box but have strong estimating experience across major civil engineering or infrastructure projects, I'd still be keen to speak. Why consider it? You'll be joining a major UK infrastructure business with a strong pipeline of work across water, rail, highways, airports, energy and wider civil engineering . Interested? If you're an experienced Estimator or Senior Estimator looking for your next opportunity within major infrastructure, get in touch for a confidential conversation. Harry Buckland Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

My Client is internationally recognized for its capacity to design and build civil engineering and construction projects, mainly in large transportation infrastructure. Its track-record to date includes more than 304 miles of tunnels, 11,930 miles of roads (including 2,485 miles of highways), 2920 miles of railroad lines (including 434 miles of high-speed railroads) and 16,994 miles of road maintenance and repair. Job Description: Job Purpose To prepare, manage and supervise accurate estimates for major infrastructure projects to support delivery of business objectives including relationship with subcontractors Key Responsibilities Contribute to the achievement of Health and Safety in accordance with company policy Responsible for preparing, managing, supervising and taking accountability for the development of cost estimates in support of project and business objectives. Review tender documents and drawings To create detailed cost risk analysis and work breakdown analysis to ensure the production of high-quality cost estimates. Identify and prepare risks and opportunities register Compile and supervise enquiries and procure quotes for materials and sub-contract packages Contacting with supply chain for Quotes Clarifications Preparing comparisons of quotations Analytical estimation of prime costs using estimating software (Candy preferred) Liaise closely with tender planner and agree methodology and sequencing Prepare tender settlement meeting review reports and supporting information Prepare submission documents and ensure timely delivery Contribute to mid-tender and post-tender meetings as necessary Prepare and handover secured tenders to the project team Ensure full compliance with the core process procedures throughout tender period Estimate preliminary costs, including escalation To promote company values in all dealings with other employees, clients, subcontractors and other external contacts Understanding of contractual risks in NEC and other forms of infrastructure contracts. Updating date bases of rates and suppliers Key Skills Previous experience as an estimator for large scale projects particularly roads, tunnels and motorways including structures. Prepare tender settlement meeting review reports and supporting information Proficient in Candy -estimation software Extensive experience liaising with the supply chain Self-motivated and proactive Team player Responsive to meet tender submission deadlines Desirable Skills Presentation skills (written and verbal)

Due to the awarding of several new Frameworks and bidding for works in new sectors/disciples, our client a major Tier 1 contractor is seeking to employ several Estimators and Senior Estimators to be based from either their Warrington or South Yorkshire office (we are looking for both permanent and freelance staff with options for hybrid working). They deliver maintenance frameworks, capital delivery and complex civil engineering across the UK, including bridge reconstruction, environmental infrastructure, highways, tunnels, station works, lineside civils and utility installations. Our clients include Local Authorities, Network Rail, energy companies and environmental organisations. Join their dynamic, fast-paced environment working on multi-disciplinary projects for a diverse range of clients. Our project portfolio includes: ? Highways & Roads ? Under bridges, Overbridges & Footbridges ? Tunnels & Station Infrastructure ? Flood Alleviation & Repairs ? Earthworks & Embankments ? Lineside Civils, Cabling, Trough Routes & Telecoms You will be responsible for estimating contracts and projects during the pre-contract/tender stage for a range of civil engineering projects including sectors such as rail, aviation, power & utilities and Environment Agency projects in the North West region. This is an exciting opportunity to join a busy and fast-paced work-winning team involved in multi-disciplinary civils projects across a variety of sectors. Key Responsibilities: - Effective registration, control, and administration of tender documentation - Preparation and management of tenders from receipt of documents through to delivery - Presentation of tenders to senior management at tender review meetings - Liaison with the Supply Chain team in respect of placing supplier/subcontractor enquiries - Technical and commercial appraisal of construction labour, plant, materials, and temporary works - Take-offs from drawings and production of cost-effective tenders from first principles - Effective analysis and pricing of risks - Preparation of tender submission documents - Preparation of estimating reports - Providing assistance to proposals and contract management functions Requirements: - Previous experience as a Senior Estimator in multi-disciplinary civil engineering sectors such as rail, highways, aviation, and/or utilities and power - First Principles Estimating experience - Civil engineering project experience - Experience as a Senior Estimator in a civil engineering contractor organisation - Working knowledge of Excel (& Word) and estimating software

Senior Estimator Warrington - Civil Engineering - Rail, Aviation, Power, Highways Permanent Up to £75,000 salary + Package Hybrid Working My client deliver maintenance frameworks, capital delivery and complex civil engineering across the UK, including bridge reconstruction, environmental infrastructure, highways, tunnels, and utility installations to name but a few. projects can range from High Volume £2-5 Million projects to large scale £80 Framework deliveries. The Senior Estimator will be responsible for estimating contracts and projects during the pre-contract/tender stage for a range of civil engineering projects, This is an exciting opportunity to join a busy and fast-paced work-winning team involved in multi-disciplinary civils projects across a variety of sectors. Key Responsibilities: • Control, and administration of tender documentation • Preparation and management of tenders through to delivery • Presentation of tenders to senior management at tender review meetings • Liaison with the Supply Chain team in respect of placing supplier/subcontractor enquiries • Technical and commercial appraisal of construction labour, plant, materials, and temporary works • Take-offs from drawings and production of cost-effective tenders from first principles • Preparation of tender submission documents • Preparation of estimating reports • Providing assistance to proposals and contract management functions Requirements: • Previous experience as a Senior Estimator in multi-disciplinary civil engineering sectors such as rail, highways, aviation, and/or utilities and power • First Principles Estimating experience • Civil engineering project experience • Company Car or Car Allowance • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing with service) • Company contributory Pension scheme • Life Insurance

Estimator Rail / Infrastructure Glasgow Hybrid working to be agreed £450 £500 per day Outside IR35 3-month contract 35 hours per week I m recruiting for a client looking for an experienced Estimator to support a major rail/infrastructure project. The role requires someone with strong estimating and pricing experience alongside broader commercial and contractual knowledge. The role: Prepare detailed estimates and commercial pricing for rail/infrastructure works Build project costs across labour, materials, plant and subcontractors Manage tender submissions, ITTs, PQQs and associated pricing Obtain, review and negotiate subcontractor and supplier quotations Identify commercial and contractual risks within estimates Support cost control, change management, variations, claims and compensation events Manage subcontract procurement and contractual notifications Liaise and negotiate with clients, suppliers, subcontractors and internal project teams Support wider commercial management through to final account What we re looking for: Strong estimating experience within construction, infrastructure, engineering or rail Experience pricing and tendering projects Strong understanding of cost build-ups and subcontractor procurement Wider Quantity Surveying / commercial experience Experience with change management, compensation events and commercial risk Strong contractual knowledge, particularly NEC contracts Experience working on contracts/projects valued between £5m £30m Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent relevant qualification Package: £450 £500 per day Outside IR35 Initial 3-month contract 35 hours per week Glasgow Hybrid working pattern to be agreed This would suit a Senior Estimator, Estimating Manager or commercially strong Quantity Surveyor with substantial hands-on estimating and pricing experience.

Associate Director / Estimating Manager - Major Infrastructure Location: Glasgow / Edinburgh - Hybrid, 3 days per week in the office Salary: £80,000-£105,000 + benefits Employment: Permanent Sectors: Rail, Nuclear, Defence, Ports, Infrastructure & Energy An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Estimating Manager / Associate Director to join a leading consultancy working across major infrastructure and complex capital projects throughout the UK. This is a senior position combining technical estimating, team leadership and client engagement, with responsibility for supporting and developing estimating capability across Glasgow and Edinburgh. You'll work across a diverse portfolio of major projects within sectors including rail, nuclear, defence, ports, transport, energy and wider infrastructure. The role You'll lead the delivery of estimating services throughout the project lifecycle, from early feasibility and order-of-magnitude estimates through to detailed, bottom-up and first-principles estimating. Alongside project delivery, you'll support and develop a team of approximately 5-6 estimating professionals across Glasgow and Edinburgh, providing technical guidance, reviewing outputs and maintaining consistently high standards. This is a highly client-facing position, requiring someone comfortable working directly with clients, designers, engineers, project managers and senior stakeholders. Key responsibilities include: Leading estimating services across major infrastructure and complex projects. Developing and reviewing estimates from Class 5 through to Class 1. Producing and assuring first-principles estimates, take-offs and direct and indirect costs. Leading estimate reviews, assurance and quality processes. Developing cost breakdown structures and assessing project deliverability. Applying appropriate risk, contingency and estimating assumptions. Using benchmarking, historic project information and market data to develop and validate estimates. Preparing and reviewing Basis of Estimate documentation and client submissions. Managing, mentoring and developing estimators across Glasgow and Edinburgh. Acting as a senior technical point of contact for clients and internal project teams. Supporting bids, proposals and wider business development activity. Working with senior leadership to develop estimating capability and best practice. About you You'll have significant estimating experience gained within major projects, infrastructure or another complex capital-project environment. Relevant sector experience could include rail, nuclear, defence, ports, highways, aviation, water, power, renewables or wider infrastructure. Experience across every sector isn't required; strong estimating expertise and the ability to transfer that knowledge between complex project environments are more important. Ideally, you'll bring: Strong experience leading complex estimates. First-principles and bottom-up estimating capability. Knowledge of indirect costs, cost breakdown structures, risk and contingency. Experience reviewing, challenging and assuring estimates produced by others. Team leadership, management or mentoring experience. Strong client-facing and stakeholder-management skills. Experience working within multidisciplinary project environments. Good commercial and contractual awareness. A degree or equivalent experience within Estimating, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Construction or a related discipline. Chartership, or progress towards professional recognition through RICS, ICE, AACE, ACostE or a similar professional body, would be advantageous. The ability to obtain security clearance where required. Location & hybrid working The role can be based from Glasgow or Edinburgh and operates on a hybrid working model, with an expectation of 3 days per week in the office. Given the leadership and client-facing nature of the position, candidates should ideally live within a realistic commuting distance of Glasgow or Edinburgh and be comfortable maintaining a consistent office presence. Salary & benefits £80,000-£105,000, dependent on experience and level, plus a comprehensive benefits package. This is an opportunity to take a senior position within a well-established major projects environment, working on some of the UK's most significant infrastructure programmes while leading and developing an established estimating team. Footnote If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the rate, location, or seniority does not suit you specifically, then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation. Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Structural Engineering professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Carrington West's specialist teams recruit across the built environment, infrastructure and engineering sectors, and our experienced consultants are always keen to speak with professionals about upcoming opportunities. Please call James Gillespie at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information. By applying for this position, you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third-party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage, you wish to withdraw your consent, please contact us.