Senior Estimator

Bennett & Game Recruitment are proud to be working with a leading specialist contractor within marine civil engineering and coastal infrastructure, who are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join their growing team.

This opportunity has arisen due to sustained growth and continued project success, as the business expands its capability to deliver some of the UK's most complex and rewarding marine infrastructure schemes. The role offers a salary of up to £75,000 plus bonus, company car, pension matched up to 10%, life assurance, healthcare, and hybrid working options, alongside the opportunity to play a key role in a collaborative, people-focused organisation.

This position would suit a commercially astute estimator with a passion for marine or heavy civil engineering, looking to lead bids that shape ports, harbours, and coastal infrastructure nationwide.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and prepare detailed cost estimates for marine and heavy civil engineering projects
• Review drawings, specifications, and contract documentation to assess scope, risk, and resourcing
• Prepare and validate material take-offs, production rates, plant, and material cost
• Work closely with commercial, engineering, and operations teams to align bids with delivery methodology
• Engage with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations and ensure bid compliance
• Oversee the full bid preparation process, ensuring submissions are accurate, timely, and of high quality
• Mentor junior estimators and promote best practice within the estimating team
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including digital innovation and AI-supported estimating tools

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in a Senior Estimator role within marine, civil, or heavy infrastructure project
• Strong understanding of marine construction techniques, risks, and environmental constraints
• Sound commercial and contractual awareness (NEC experience advantageous)
• Excellent analytical, numerical, and communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and estimating / project planning software
• Ability to interpret drawings and technical documentation
• Confident communicator with a collaborative approach
• Full UK driving licence
• Desirable Experience
• Background in marine piling, dredging, or coastal defence works
• Degree or HND in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or similar
• Experience working on framework tenders
• Previous mentoring or leadership responsibilities

Package & Benefits

• Up to £75,000 per annum (DOE) plus bonus
• Company car
• Pension scheme matched up to 10%
• Life assurance (3x salary)
• Company healthcare
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service
• Hybrid working options, including flexibility for home-based candidates
• Opportunity to work on landmark marine infrastructure projects across the UK
• Supportive culture that values collaboration, diversity, and continuous improvement

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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