Job Description
DescriptionWere looking for an experienced Senior Estimator to join our collaborative Work-Winning team and play a key role in shaping major civil engineering and infrastructure projects. Reporting to the Managing Estimator, youll produce high-quality estimates, mentor colleagues, and support the delivery of Careys 5-year Strategic Plan.What you will be doing:
* Review incoming tenders, identifying risks, opportunities and value engineering options
* Lead, coach and develop Estimators and Assistant Estimators
* Prepare accurate first-principles estimates and budgets
* Complete and review quantity take-offs using Bluebeam or ACC Take Off Tool
* Produce bills of quantities and review rates
* Analyse subcontractor and supplier quotations
* Assess project risks and opportunities
* Contribute to tender reports, mid-bid meetings and adjudications
* Attend client meetings and support bid negotiations
What you will bring:
* 5+ years experience across groundworks, earthworks, drainage, RC frames or similar
* Proven track record estimating multimillion-pound packages
* Strong understanding of measurement methods (e.g., SMM7)
* Confident using electronic measurement tools (Bluebeam/ACC Take Off Tool)
* Excellent commercial awareness and numerical ability
* Strong organisation, communication and problem-solving skills
* A collaborative, supportive and proactive approach
Preferable but not essential:
* Degree in Civil Engineering, QS or Construction Management
* Experience with Candy or similar estimating software
Benefits:
* 26 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Private Healthcare
* Car Allowance
* Company Pension
* Volunteering Days - With Careys Foundation - or other organisations that are important to you
* Health Care Cashplan
* Cycle to work scheme
* Car Leasing Scheme
* Discounted Gym Membership
* Life Assurance
* Buy/sell holidays
* Other discounts and Cashback plans
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