Estimator - Multi-Utility / Civils

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Ringway; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK utility provider is seeking an Estimator to support high-value projects. Responsibilities include interpreting client requirements, producing detailed estimates, and collaborating with teams for successful bid submissions. The ideal candidate has extensive estimating experience in utilities or construction, strong analytical skills, and excellent stakeholder management. This role is crucial for the company's growth and involves working on innovative infrastructure solutions.

Qualifications

• Extensive estimating experience within utilities, infrastructure or construction across multiple sectors.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Experience in producing estimates for complex, high-value projects.

Responsibilities

• Interpret client requirements and assess all project documentation.
• Produce detailed estimates from first principles including costs.
• Engage with suppliers and partners for accurate pricing.

Skills

Estimating experience

Analytical skills

Numerical skills

Problem-solving skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Commercial awareness

Job description

Estimator – Overview

Bennett and Game are currently working with a leading UK utility provider delivering end-to-end solutions across Power, Gas, Water, Telecoms, District Heating and Renewables. The business provides survey, design, construction and maintenance services nationwide. Headquartered in Manchester, the client is committed to innovation, safety and sustainability, enabling clients to build resilient and future-ready infrastructure networks.

The Estimator will support the estimating function for high-value, complex projects critical to the company's growth. Reporting into the commercial team, the role ensures all estimates are accurate, competitive and commercially robust, supporting bid submissions, acquisitions and strategic projects within a business with turnover up to £500m+.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret client requirements and assess all project documentation.
• Produce detailed estimates from first principles, including labour, materials, subcontractors and prelims.
• Develop cost models, cash flow forecasts and fully priced risk registers.
• Identify contract and commercial risks; ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards.
• Work collaboratively with operations, commercial and planning teams to reflect all delivery requirements.
• Contribute to pricing strategies for frameworks, joint ventures and strategic projects.
• Support presentations of estimates to Senior Management and Directors.
• Engage with suppliers, subcontractors and partners to secure accurate pricing and market intelligence.

Experience & Skills Required

• Extensive estimating experience within utilities, infrastructure or construction, ideally across multiple sectors (power, water, gas, renewables, telecoms).
• Strong analytical, numerical and problem‑solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Experience producing estimates for complex projects, including high‑value frameworks.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, capable of engaging at Executive/Board level.
• Strong commercial awareness and ability to interpret contract documents and risks.

Key Measures of Success

• Accurate, timely and commercially robust estimates.
• Positive feedback from Managers, Department Heads and Directors.
• Supporting the delivery of high-quality, successful bid submissions.