Estimator

Danny Sullivan & Sons Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car Allowance

Annual Bonus

Private Healthcare

Company Pension

Life Assurance

Hybrid Working

25+ Days Holiday

Ongoing Training & Career Development

Job summary

Danny Sullivan & Sons Ltd is seeking an Estimator for a Manchester-based civil engineering role on a major infrastructure project. You will lead detailed estimates, review drawings and cost plans, and coordinate with pre-construction and commercial teams on tender submissions.

The role requires experience in civil estimating, NEC contract knowledge, and strong analytical/communication skills. On-site work in Manchester with hybrid benefits and clear progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Estimator within civil engineering.
• Experience with Tier One or Tier Two main contractors.
• Proven track record delivering estimates for major infrastructure projects.
• Experience across highways, utilities, water, rail or heavy civils.
• Strong knowledge of NEC3/NEC4 contracts.
• Strong commercial awareness and analytical skills.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficient in estimating software and Microsoft Office.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of detailed estimates for major civil engineering works.
• Review drawings, specifications, programmes and contract documentation.
• Produce accurate cost plans and tender submissions.
• Obtain and assess quotations from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Carry out risk and opportunity assessments.
• Develop value engineering solutions to improve project outcomes.
• Liaise with commercial, engineering, planning and operational teams throughout the bid process.
• Attend tender meetings, site visits and client presentations.
• Prepare tender adjudication reports for senior management.
• Maintain estimating databases and historical cost information.
• Support negotiations with clients where required.
• Ensure all estimates comply with NEC contract requirements and company procedures.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Tools

Estimating software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Estimator - Civil Engineering role available!

Location: Manchester (5 days on site)

Salary: Up to £80,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus + Excellent Benefits.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Estimator to join a leading Tier One Civil Engineering Contractor working on a major infrastructure project based in Manchester.

This is your chance to play a key role in securing and delivering large-scale civil engineering works on a flagship project. Working closely with the pre-construction, commercial and operational teams, you'll lead the estimating process on complex infrastructure packages and help drive successful project delivery.

The Role

As an Estimator, you will be responsible for producing accurate, commercially competitive estimates while identifying opportunities to add value throughout the tender process.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of detailed estimates for major civil engineering works.
• Review drawings, specifications, programmes and contract documentation.
• Produce accurate cost plans and tender submissions.
• Obtain and assess quotations from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Carry out risk and opportunity assessments.
• Develop value engineering solutions to improve project outcomes.
• Liaise with commercial, engineering, planning and operational teams throughout the bid process.
• Attend tender meetings, site visits and client presentations.
• Prepare tender adjudication reports for senior management.
• Maintain estimating databases and historical cost information.
• Support negotiations with clients where required.
• Ensure all estimates comply with NEC contract requirements and company procedures.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience as an Estimator within civil engineering.
• Experience working for a Tier One or Tier Two Main Contractor.
• Strong background delivering estimates for major infrastructure projects.
• Experience across sectors such as highways, utilities, water, rail or heavy civils.
• Excellent working knowledge of NEC3 and NEC4 contracts.
• Strong commercial awareness and analytical skills.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficient in estimating software and Microsoft Office.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

What's on Offer?

• Salary up to £80,000
• Car Allowance
• Annual Bonus
• Private Healthcare
• Company Pension
• Life Assurance
• Hybrid Working
• 25+ Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Ongoing Training & Career Development
• Opportunity to work on a high-profile infrastructure project with a leading Tier One contractor

If you're looking to join a business with an outstanding reputation and work on one of the region's most significant infrastructure projects, we'd like to hear from you.