Civils Estimator

Morson Group; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Morson Group is seeking an Estimator to join our civil engineering and infrastructure division in Warrington with hybrid working arrangements. The role focuses on securing and shaping major infrastructure tenders, across rail, highways, power and aviation sectors, and coordinating with a broad team of bid professionals.

You will take ownership of tenders from enquiry through submission, develop competitive cost estimates, and help shape commercial strategy while ensuring deliverable, compliant

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Estimator in civil engineering or infrastructure.
• Experience estimating multidisciplinary projects or major infrastructure schemes.
• Ability to interpret drawings and specifications.
• Understanding of construction methodologies and delivery requirements.

Responsibilities

• Own tenders from enquiry to submission with accurate cost estimates.
• Collaborate with Bid Managers, Planners, and operations to ensure deliverable bids.
• Develop pricing strategies using first-principles estimating.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates from drawings and technical documents.
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities within tender submissions.

Skills

Estimator experience

Civil engineering knowledge

Tendering

First-principles estimating

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Estimator - Civil Engineering & Infrastructure
Location: Warrington - Hybrid Working
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Are you an ambitious Estimator looking to play a pivotal role in securing and shaping major infrastructure projects?

Working across a diverse portfolio of civil engineering and infrastructure projects, including rail, highways, power and aviation, youll have the opportunity to influence major tenders, collaborate with talented industry professionals and make a tangible contribution to the continued growth of the business.

Main Duties:

• Take ownership of tenders from initial enquiry through to final submission, developing accurate and competitive cost estimates while helping shape the commercial strategy and overall bid approach.
• Working closely with Bid Managers, Planners, operational teams and the wider supply chain, youll play a key role in ensuring our submissions are not only competitive but deliverable, commercially sound and aligned with client expectations.
• Developing competitive, commercially robust pricing strategies using first-principles estimating.
• Preparing detailed cost estimates and undertaking accurate take-offs from drawings, specifications and technical documentation.Identifying, assessing and managing commercial risks and opportunities within tender submissions.
• Engaging with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain, assess and negotiate competitive quotations.

Skills / Experience required:

• Proven experience working as an Estimator within civil engineering or infrastructure.
• Experience estimating multidisciplinary projects, frameworks or major infrastructure schemes.
• Strong knowledge and practical application of first-principles estimating.
• The ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and project documentation and translate these into accurate cost plans.
• A good understanding of construction methodologies, resource requirements and project delivery.
• Strong commercial awareness, analytical ability and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively while taking ownership of your own tenders and deadlines.