Long-Term Contract
£400 to £600 Day Rate
About the Role
We're looking for an Estimator to join an internationally recognised civil engineering and construction contractor, known for delivering major transportation infrastructure including tunnels, roads, highways and high-speed rail. You'll prepare and manage accurate estimates for major infrastructure projects, supporting business objectives and building strong relationships with the supply chain.
You'll take ownership of cost estimates from tender review through to handover, working closely with tender planners, subcontractors and project teams to produce high-quality, competitive submissions on time.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare, manage and supervise cost estimates in support of project and business objectives
Review tender documents and drawings
Produce detailed cost risk analysis and work breakdown analysis, and maintain risks and opportunities registers
Procure quotes for materials and subcontract packages, and prepare quotation comparisons
Estimate prime costs using estimating software (Candy preferred)
Agree methodology and sequencing with the tender planner
Prepare tender settlement reports and submission documents, and contribute to mid- and post-tender meetings
Hand over secured tenders to the project team
Keep rates and supplier databases up to dateKey Requirements
Previous estimating experience on large-scale projects, particularly roads, tunnels, motorways and structures
Proficient in Candy estimating software
Extensive experience liaising with the supply chain
Understanding of contractual risks in NEC and other infrastructure contracts
Self-motivated, proactive team player who can meet tender deadlines
Desirable: strong written and verbal presentation skills
If you're an experienced estimator with a strong supply chain network and a track record on large-scale infrastructure, we'd love to hear from you.
To apply, please submit your CV or feel free to reach out for a confidential conversation. Send an email to , give me a call on (phone number removed) or WhatsApp me on (phone number removed)
Salary description
£400.00 - £650.00 per day