Estimator

Fawkes & Reece London; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote working arrangements

Job summary

Fawkes & Reece London is seeking an experienced Estimator to join its preconstruction team, supporting cost planning for major civil engineering, power and utilities projects. You will review documents, prepare detailed estimates and price tenders in collaboration with engineers, project teams and supply chain partners.

The role offers exposure to complex infrastructure schemes, a clear path for progression, and a competitive salary and benefits package, with remote working arrangements

Qualifications

• Previous estimating experience within civil engineering, utilities or infrastructure.
• Good technical understanding of construction methods, materials and project costs.
• Experience preparing estimates and tender submissions for infrastructure projects.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
• Strong numerical, analytical and organisational skills.
• Good commercial awareness and an understanding of construction risk.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively.
• Relevant qualification in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying or Construction Management would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for civil engineering, infrastructure and utilities projects.
• Review tender drawings, specifications, bills of quantities and associated documentation.
• Undertake quantity take-offs and prepare accurate pricing schedules.
• Obtain and evaluate quotations from subcontractors, suppliers and specialist contractors.
• Develop competitive tender submissions and pricing strategies.
• Work closely with engineering and operational teams to develop construction methodologies.
• Identify potential risks, opportunities and value engineering solutions.
• Support tender adjudications, client clarifications and commercial negotiations.
• Build and maintain relationships with subcontractors and supply chain partners.
• Assist with the handover of successful tenders to the project delivery teams.

Skills

Estimating

Tendering

Costing

Subcontractor liaison

Numerical analysis

Education

Civil Engineering or Construction Management degree (advantageous)

Tools

Tendering software

Job description

An excellent opportunity for an experienced Estimator to join a highly regarded infrastructure contractor specialising in major power, utilities and civil engineering projects.

Our client is an established specialist infrastructure business delivering complex power networks, utility connections, data centre infrastructure and renewable energy schemes. The business has built an excellent reputation for technical expertise, delivering high-quality projects and developing long-term relationships with major clients.

With a strong pipeline of infrastructure projects and continued growth across its power and utilities divisions, this is an exciting opportunity for an Estimator looking to join an experienced preconstruction team.

About the role of Estimator

Our client is looking for an Estimator to join their established preconstruction and estimating team, supporting the preparation of competitive tenders across civil engineering and utilities projects.

You will be involved in reviewing tender documentation, preparing detailed cost estimates, obtaining subcontractor and supplier quotations and developing competitive pricing strategies.

The position will involve working closely with the preconstruction, commercial, engineering and operational teams to ensure tenders are accurate, commercially competitive and technically deliverable.

Responsibilities for Estimator

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for civil engineering, infrastructure and utilities projects.
• Review tender drawings, specifications, bills of quantities and associated documentation.
• Undertake quantity take-offs and prepare accurate pricing schedules.
• Obtain and evaluate quotations from subcontractors, suppliers and specialist contractors.
• Develop competitive tender submissions and pricing strategies.
• Work closely with engineering and operational teams to develop construction methodologies.
• Identify potential risks, opportunities and value engineering solutions.
• Support tender adjudications, client clarifications and commercial negotiations.
• Build and maintain relationships with subcontractors and supply chain partners.
• Assist with the handover of successful tenders to the project delivery teams.

Requirements for Estimator

• Previous estimating experience within civil engineering, utilities or infrastructure.
• Good technical understanding of construction methods, materials and project costs.
• Experience preparing estimates and tender submissions for infrastructure projects.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
• Strong numerical, analytical and organisational skills.
• Good commercial awareness and an understanding of construction risk.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively.
• Relevant qualification in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying or Construction Management would be advantageous.

What we offer for Estimator

• Opportunity to join an established infrastructure contractor with a strong pipeline of work.
• Exposure to complex civil engineering, power and utilities projects.
• Excellent opportunities for career progression within an experienced preconstruction department.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Remote working arrangements for the advertised Civils Estimator position.
• Ongoing professional development and training.
• Opportunity to work with experienced engineering, commercial and operational teams