Senior Estimator

Overview

We’re 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, you’ll produce high‑quality estimates, mentor colleagues, and support the delivery of Careys’ 5‑year Strategic Plan.

Estimating

Milton Keynes Office

• 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

• 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

• Degree in Civil Engineering, QS or Construction Management
• Experience with Candy or similar estimating software

• 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