Senior Civil Estimator – Major Projects; CostX

Civil engineering contractor seeks a Lead Estimator to join their team for a long-term contract. This opportunity focuses on major civil engineering programmes within the airport, utilities, highways, and rail sectors. The role will be based in Essex for three days a week initially and is outside IR35.

• Management and production of estimates covering utility diversions, piling, excavation and other civil engineering works
• Reviewing base estimates contained in CostX estimating software to identify scope changes
• Pricing contestable civil engineering works in connection with contract Compensation Event quotations
• Preparing the monthly cost forecast for the non-contestable utilities scope
• Review and validation of Statutory Undertaker's Third Party Estimates prior to submission to the Project Manager for approval

• Significant experience in estimating within the civil engineering sector
• Proficient in using CostX estimating software
• Experience in managing estimates for utilities, including gas, water, power, and telecoms would be desirable
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to prepare accurate cost forecasts and validate third-party estimates
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

• Competitive day rate
• Long-term contract opportunity
• Opportunity to work on major civil engineering programmes
• Dynamic and engaging work environment

If you are a Senior Estimator with extensive experience in major civil engineering programmes and are looking for a new contract opportunity, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's esteemed team in Essex.