Estimator

Vincera Consulting Ltd.; Sutton Coldfield; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Vincera Consulting Ltd. in the United Kingdom seeks a Construction Estimator to lead the end-to-end tendering process for major building, infrastructure, and engineering projects. You will assess ITTs, define winning strategies, and ensure proposals are legally compliant, technically sound, and financially viable.

The role requires strong project management, risk awareness, and the ability to coordinate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality bids on time.

Qualifications

• Proven track record managing successful tenders for a main contractor or civil projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction methodologies, procurement routes, and standard contracts.
• Excellent project management and ability to handle million-pound tenders under tight deadlines.
• Clear writing and presentation skills to explain technical concepts to clients.
• Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or Quantity Surveying.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end tendering process from ITT assessment to submission.
• Write and edit compelling technical, safety, environmental, and quality responses.
• Coordinate with teams to ensure on-time bid programs and asset libraries.
• Identify contract risks and advise on value engineering and pricing strategies.

Skills

Industry Experience

Technical Knowledge

Project Management

Communication

Credentials

Education

Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or Quantity Surveying

Job description

Construction Estimator: specialises in securing major building, infrastructure, and engineering contracts. Estimating, tendering, and proposal process to win public sector projects.

Job Role

The Construction Estimator leads the end-to-end tendering process. Understanding of contractual risks, and delivery of high-quality, legally compliant, and financially viable proposals to secure new construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

1. Tender Assessment & Strategy

• Filter Opportunities: Evaluate initial Invitations to Tender (ITTs) to determine company suitability.
• Define Strategy: Develop winning bid strategies based on client requirements, competitor analysis, and unique selling points.

2. Team Coordination & Project Management

• Enforce Timelines: Create realistic bid programs and hold regular progress meetings to ensure all deadlines are met.

3. Content & Quality Management

• Write Proposals: Draft and edit compelling technical, safety, environmental, and quality responses.
• Maintain Libraries: Build and update standard bid assets, including past project case studies, health and safety policies, and staff CVs.

4. Commercial & Risk Analysis

• Identify Risks: Review contract terms, supply chain dependencies, and design complexities to highlight financial or operational risks.
• Value Engineering: Work with team to optimize pricing and offer cost-saving alternatives without compromising quality.

Key Skills and Qualifications

• Industry Experience: Proven track record managing successful tenders for a main contractor or civil engineering firm.
• Technical Knowledge: Understanding of construction methodologies, procurement routes (e.g., Design & Build), and standard contracts (e.g., JNEC, JCT, NEC4).
• Project Management: Exceptional organization skills to handle complex, million-pound tenders under tight deadlines.
• Communication:Strong writing, editing, and presentation skills to explain technical concepts clearly to clients.
• Credentials:A degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or Quantity Surveying

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Win Rate: Percentage of submitted bids successfully converted into won contracts.
• On-Time Submission: Delivering 100% of bids ahead of strict external deadlines.
• Accuracy:Minimizing post-tender clarifications and pricing errors.