Senior Estimator

Senior Estimator

Permanent

£75,000 + Package

Newton Abbot - Hybrid working arrangement

Sphere Solutions is partnering with a specialist marine contractor, renowned for delivering complex marine and coastal infrastructure projects, to recruit an experienced Senior Estimator to join and strengthen their Commercial team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in shaping how projects are won, planned, and delivered across the UK.

• Lead and produce accurate cost estimates for marine and heavy civil projects
• Analyse drawings and contract documents to define scope, risk, and resources
• Prepare and validate take-offs, rates, and plant/material costs
• Work closely with commercial, engineering, and delivery teams to align bids
• Source and assess competitive supplier and subcontractor quotations
• Manage bid submissions to ensure quality, accuracy, and deadlines are met
• Support and mentor junior estimators, promoting best practice
• Drive continuous improvement and digital innovation, including AI-led estimating tools

• Proven experience as a Senior Estimator within Civils, Heavy Infrastructure, or Marine sectors
• A solid understanding of construction methods, risk management, and environmental considerations
• Strong commercial awareness (experience with NEC contracts is a plus)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and estimating software
• The ability to read and interpret technical drawings accurately

• Competitive salary up to £75,000
• Company Vehicle
• Pension matched up to 10% contribution
• Life Assurance
• Company Healthcare
• Flexible Hybrid working options
• 25 days annual leave (increasing with service)

As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we'll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience. We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background