Estimator - Infrastructure & Environmental Projects
An established environmental and infrastructure consultancy is expanding its commercial team and is now seeking an experienced Estimator to support work-winning activity and strengthen pricing strategy across a growing portfolio of projects.
This role will play a central part in improving commercial performance, embedding best practice in cost planning and risk management, and helping the business continue its strong trajectory of growth.
What you'll be doing
* Reviewing client Bills of Quantities and validating measurements.
* Producing detailed take-offs and first-principles measures where no BOQ is provided.
* Identifying opportunities to streamline and improve commercial and operational processes.
* Carrying out cost research across materials, plant and construction methodologies.
* Building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers, subcontractors and wider delivery partners.
* Securing timely, competitive quotations and conducting market comparisons to drive best value.
* Supporting risk identification and analysis during tender stages, ensuring commercial interests are protected.
* Working with tender teams to prepare accurate estimates and pricing submissions.
* Collaborating with operational leaders to develop pre-construction cost plans and monitor budgets through delivery.
* Engaging with clients throughout the tender and delivery cycle to strengthen relationships and support portfolio growth.
* Spotting opportunities to add value or expand service offerings during project planning.
* Challenging outdated processes and helping embed more efficient ways of working.
* Considering commercial KPIs (including profitability and programme requirements) when assessing project viability.
* Visiting sites during tender periods to assess constraints, risks and key considerations for accurate estimating.
Additional Responsibilities
* Representing the business in client and partner meetings throughout the bid and delivery lifecycle.
* Developing long-term relationships with key supply chain partners and stakeholders.
Skills & Experience
* Strong numeracy skills and excellent attention to detail.
* A methodical and logical approach to estimating.
* Commercially astute with the ability to assess value, risk and opportunity.
* Effective communicator with strong relationship-building skills.
* Confident negotiator who can influence internal and external stakeholders.
* Highly organised, able to manage multiple tenders and deadlines.
* Strong problem-solving capability.
* Minimum 5 years' experience in estimating within construction, civil engineering or landscaping.
* Experience preparing tenders and estimates for contracting environments.
* HNC/HND or similar construction-related qualification desirable.
Who you'll work closely with
You'll collaborate across the business with leaders in:
* Operations
* Commercial & Finance
* Business Support
* Quantity Surveying
Benefits
* Competitive salary (DOE)
* Pension scheme
* Holiday allowance
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