CSA Estimating Manager - Tender Strategy & Leadership

TSL; Zaventem; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

TSL is seeking an Estimating Manager – CSA to lead detailed cost estimates for Civil, Structural, and Architectural packages across large-scale projects in Belgium and Europe. The role drives cost planning from early stages through tender submission and shapes CSA strategy across the estimating function.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate technical CSA expertise, strong commercial acumen, and the ability to mentor teams while collaborating with design, project directors, and procurement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• 7+ years' experience in estimating roles with a focus on CSA in a general contractor environment.
• Strong knowledge of construction techniques, sequencing, materials, and systems for CSA.
• Proven ability to prepare detailed cost plans and bills of quantities.
• Skilled in estimating software CostX, Bluebeam, Excel and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed and analytical CSA estimates from feasibility through tender submission.
• Lead CSA-specific tender appraisals and analysis of design documents, ground conditions, and construction methodology.
• Develop cost plans and budgets for earthworks, foundations, superstructure, envelope and finishes.
• Lead risk identification and site-specific challenges related to CSA packages.

Skills

Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering

CSA Estimating

Cost planning

Tendering

CostX/Bluebeam/Excel

MS Office

Fluent English

Right to work in Belgium

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

CostX

Bluebeam

Excel

Job description

TSL is seeking an Estimating Manager – CSA to lead detailed cost estimates for Civil, Structural, and Architectural packages across large-scale projects in Belgium and Europe. The role drives cost planning from early stages through tender submission and shapes CSA strategy across the estimating function.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate technical CSA expertise, strong commercial acumen, and the ability to mentor teams while collaborating with design, project directors, and procurement.