Senior Estimator

Our client, a leading firm in the water sector, is currently seeking a Senior Estimator to join their team in Manchester on a permanent basis to lead estimates for civil engineering works.

• Undertake estimates in accordance with Company procedures.
• Lead team of estimators for larger tenders, mentoring and developing junior estimators.
• Identify opportunities and risks during the tender process.
• Liaise with the business unit, Bid Manager and Planner to agree on methodology and principles.
• Maintain a register of key assumptions within the estimate.
• Maintain tender estimate file.
• Provide indicative pricing support for business development.
• Obtain feedback from site teams on estimating adequacy and current costs.
• Present basis of estimate and key assumptions.
• Close out actions and monitor customer negotiations, seeking amended authority as required.
• Provide ongoing support to site teams relating to the estimate and key assumptions.
• Support temporary works for tenders and the design element of design and construct tenders.

• Significant experience in the Water and Civil Engineering sectors.
• Proven, bid‑winning track record working on tenders ranging up to £50 million.
• Ability to ensure all tender submissions are both feasible and profitable.
• Numerate and IT literate, familiar with estimating software and Microsoft Office, especially Microsoft Excel.
• Chartered, incorporated status or similar.

If you have the experience and skills required for this Senior Estimator role and are looking for a new opportunity within a dynamic team, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client in the North West.