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Rail Estimator
Job Posted: 2 hours ago
Salary: £ 55,000 - 65,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Wigan, Greater Manchester
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Rail Estimator
£55,000 - £65,000 + Progression + Training + Flexi Time + Travel
Wigan - Hybrid working
Are you an Estimator from a construction or rail background looking for an autonomous role within a growing company, offering training and development, with progression opportunities into commercial management while working on large-scale UK projects?
As part of a global leader in rail infrastructure, the company delivers innovative projects across the UK and Europe, specialising in advanced rail technologies. Collaborating with international partners, the team combines technical expertise and a commitment to quality to design and deliver complex rail systems that improve connectivity, efficiency, and the long-term performance of transport networks.
In this role, you will lead the preparation of competitive tenders for UK and European rail projects, working closely with clients, suppliers, and internal teams to produce accurate estimates, manage costs and risks, and ensure successful, high-value contracts. The role is Monday-Friday, 40 hours a week, with flexi-time and the option to work from home two days a week.
This role would suit an experienced Rail Estimator seeking an autonomous position within a growing infrastructure specialist, taking ownership of high-value tenders across the UK and Europe, analysing technical drawings, managing bid inputs, and supporting major rail projects while benefiting from professional development, flexible working, and opportunities to progress within an internationally connected organisation.
The Role:
Analyse technical drawings and Coordinate bids
Prepare accurate, competitive, and compliant cost estimates
Implement innovative tools to streamline workflows and improve efficiency
Lead tender reviews and ensure high-quality submissions
Benefit from flexi-time and two days per week working from home
Work within a team of 3The Person:
Estimator
Background in construction
Commutable to WiganReference: BBBH22411
Keywords: Rail, Estimator, Tenders, Projects, Technical, Drawings, Wigan, UK Projects, Rail Infrastructure
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