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Senior Estimator

Job Posted: 22 days ago

Salary: £ 65,000 - 75,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Preston, Lancashire

Expire in: 6 days

Job Description

Senior Estimator – Civil Engineering
Preston | Full Time
We are working with a well-established Civil Engineering contractor with a strong reputation for delivering infrastructure projects across the North West and wider UK. Due to continued growth and a healthy order book, they are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Estimator to join their team based in Preston.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking business delivering projects across highways, structures, bridges, public realm, rail and utilities, with project values ranging from £100k to £10m.
The Role
You will play a key role in the preparation and delivery of competitive tender submissions, working closely with operational and delivery teams to secure future projects.
Key Responsibilities
  * Prepare detailed civil engineering estimates from first principles
  * Review drawings, specifications and tender documentation
  * Identify project risks, opportunities and value engineering options
  * Liaise with subcontractors and supply chain partners for quotations
  * Prepare construction programmes and methodologies
  * Coordinate tender submissions and internal adjudication processes
  * Support bid strategy and commercial discussions
  * Produce accurate cost plans and pricing submissions
  * Work closely with delivery teams to ensure smooth project handovers
  * Follow up submitted tenders and maintain client relationships
Requirements
The successful candidate will have a strong background in Civil Engineering estimating, ideally within highways, bridges, structures, utilities or public realm projects. You should be capable of pricing works from first principles and possess strong commercial awareness alongside excellent communication skills. Experience using estimating software such as Conquest would be advantageous, while knowledge of ASTA Powerproject would also be beneficial but is not essential.
What’s on Offer
The company is offering a competitive salary and package alongside a company car or allowance, hybrid working flexibility, excellent long-term career prospects and ongoing professional development. You will be joining a supportive and collaborative business with a strong pipeline of secured work and genuine opportunities for progression

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