Senior Estimator Abergavenny Permanent role benefits package Role Purpose As Senior Estimator, you will lead the pre-construction estimating function for medium to large civil engineering tenders. You will play a key role in securing new work through accurate, competitive and compliant cost planning and tendering, while mentoring the estimating team and enhancing estimating processes. Key Responsibilities * Lead and manage full-lifecycle estimating for civil engineering tenders (earthworks, highways, utilities, structures) * Analyse tender documentation (drawings, specs, contracts) to create detailed cost plans and pricing models * Liaise with preconstruction, technical, commercial and delivery teams to develop method, programme, risk and opportunities * Engage with supply chain and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations, build cost databases and benchmark rates * Identify and manage risk, value engineering, margin assumptions and commercial controls within estimates * Present estimating outputs to senior stakeholders (bid manager, commercial director) and support tender adjudication * Hand-over successful tenders to delivery teams including assumptions, budget, risks and historical data * Mentor and coach junior estimators and contribute to continuous improvement of estimating systems * Maintain estimating documentation, registers of assumptions, tender review feedback and lessons learned Candidate Profile Essential: * Significant experience (typically 5-10 years) as an estimator in civil engineering/infrastructure/construction * Proven track record of pricing competitively and winning tenders for medium to large projects * Strong commercial and contractual awareness (NEC3/NEC4 or relevant frameworks) * High level of accuracy in cost planning, take-offs and risk assessment * Excellent communication and presentation skills * Proficient in estimating software (e.g., Causeway, Candy) and Microsoft Office (Excel) * Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel for site visits and client meetings Desirable: * Experience working in Wales or regional market knowledge * Mentoring or managerial experience of junior estimating staff