Job Description
Senior Estimator - Civils & InfrastructureLocation: LondonSalary / Package: Up to £85,000 + car allowance + benefitsAn opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Estimator to join a major UK civil engineering and infrastructure contractor. The role will involve leading the pricing of complex infrastructure tenders across a range of sectors, working closely with bid, planning, commercial and technical teams.This position would suit a senior-level estimator who is comfortable taking ownership of bid pricing from early engagement through to final submission and handover.________________________________________Key Responsibilities
* Lead the preparation of detailed and accurate cost estimates for competitive tenders and budget pricing
* Provide commercial and pricing input during Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) stages
* Work closely with the Bid Manager to ensure competitive, compliant and well-structured pricing
* Agree construction methodologies and outputs in coordination with planning and technical teams
* Advise on the most cost-effective design solutions and price alternative proposals where required
* Ensure all governance, estimating procedures and approval processes are followed
________________________________________Cost Build-Up & Estimating DutiesLabour
* Develop project-specific labour rates for self-delivered works
* Ensure compliance with Working Rule Agreements and project-specific wage requirements
* Prepare scheme-specific labour rate calculations where required
Plant
* Develop local plant rates for self-delivered items
* Coordinate with the Planner to reconcile plant resource levels
Materials
* Prepare detailed material comparison sheets considering unit rates, wastage and logistics
* Liaise with procurement on supplier selection and compliance
* Review and agree supplier quotations for inclusion in the estimate
Subcontractors
* Support procurement in identifying and selecting appropriate subcontractors
* Assess compliance and commercial suitability of subcontractor quotations
* Prepare subcontractor comparison sheets and agree final selections
Temporary Works
* Coordinate with Temporary Works and Technical teams to define scope and requirements
* Agree temporary works costs and allowances
Staff & Preliminaries
* Agree staffing levels and site management structures with bid and operations teams
* Price staff costs using current rates, including shift patterns and overtime where required
* Work with planners to determine preliminaries duration and resource requirements
* Ensure all client requirements and project-specific obligations are fully allowed for
________________________________________Risk, Settlement & Submission
* Contribute to tender risk and opportunity registers
* Prepare tender summaries and pricing build-ups for internal reviews and settlement meetings
* Support bid settlement processes and prepare adjustment schedules
* Produce final pricing documentation for tender submission, ensuring positive cash flow where possible
* Assist with post-tender clarifications and negotiations
________________________________________Handover & Review
* Prepare detailed pricing handover documentation for delivery teams
* Attend handover meetings for successful bids
* Participate in post-tender reviews and feedback sessions for unsuccessful submissions
________________________________________Required Experience & Knowledge
* Strong background in civil engineering and infrastructure estimating
* Detailed knowledge of construction methodologies and procurement routes
* Good commercial awareness of standard forms of contract
* Experience working within structured bid and work-winning environments
* Proficiency in industry-standard estimating software
* Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
If you are interested in joining one of the world's leading infrastructure contractors, with a long-standing track record of delivering complex, high-value civil engineering projects across transport, energy and major infrastructure sectors, please apply directly to this advert with an up-to-date CV to be considered.
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