Estimator / Senior Estimator

TN United Kingdom; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise en pleine expansion recherche un Estimator ou Senior Estimator pour participer à des projets de génie civil et ferroviaire à travers l'Écosse. Le candidat idéal aura une expérience avérée dans des postes similaires, avec d'excellentes compétences en communication et en analyse pour contribuer aux soumissions d'offres. En rejoignant cette entreprise, vous participerez à des projets significatifs dans un environnement de travail enrichissant, avec des opportunités de développement professionnel.

Benefits

25 jours de congés

Jours de bénévolat

Régime de pension contributif

Assurance vie

Plan de santé Westfield

Opportunités de développement professionnel

Qualifications

• Expérience prouvée en tant qu'Estimator ou Senior Estimator.
• Connaissance des infrastructures ferroviaires avantageuse.
• Compétences en communication et en analyse.

Responsibilities

• Préparer des soumissions d'offres précises et complètes.
• Analyser les devis des sous-traitants et des fournisseurs.
• Coordonner avec l'équipe des offres pour définir l'approche de livraison.

Skills

Communication

Analyse

Estimation

Collaboration

Tools

Excel

Estimating software

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Sector: Civil Engineering (Rail & Non-Rail)
Location: Cumbernauld, Scotland

Are you an experienced civil engineering estimator looking for a dynamic role within a growing Scottish business? We have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated Estimator or Senior Estimator to join our team, working on a diverse range of rail and civil infrastructure projects.

About Us:
Our Scotland business unit is involved in a variety of projects, including small civil works within our Civils Asset Management framework, large-scale rail infrastructure projects, and non-rail civil engineering infrastructure. We operate in a fast-paced environment, delivering projects across sectors such as bridges, tunnels, stations, embankments, flood defences, and more. Our work includes tendered projects, frameworks, and maintenance contracts with Network Rail and other clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review tender documentation for completeness and flag concerns.
• Generate detailed quantity take-offs from drawings and specifications.
• Prepare and issue sub-contract and material enquiries, collaborating with the administration team.
• Analyse quotations from sub-contractors and suppliers, normalising data for comparison.
• Use first principles estimating techniques, benchmarking against historical data and project norms.
• Coordinate with bid team members—including planners and project managers—to define scope, resources, and delivery approach.
• Contribute to the development of methodologies and bid strategies.
• Attend bid meetings to discuss progress, risks, and resource planning.
• Prepare accurate and comprehensive tender/price submissions, ensuring clarity and detail for client review.
• Liaise with sub-contractors and suppliers to gather competitive quotations.
• Support post-tender clarifications and handover to the commercial team if successful.
• Participate in post-tender analysis to improve future estimating accuracy.

Candidate Profile:

• Proven experience as an Estimator or Senior Estimator in civil engineering, ideally within rail or related sectors.
• Civil project experience, with knowledge of rail infrastructure being advantageous.
• Familiarity with estimating software and proficient in Excel and Word.
• Understanding of civil engineering construction processes, potentially with site-based or operational background.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary negotiable based on experience
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service
• Up to 3 volunteer days annually
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life insurance
• Westfield Health cash plan & rewards
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
• A safe, supportive working environment

If you’re ready to bring your estimating expertise to a reputable company involved in impactful civil engineering projects across Scotland, we’d love to hear from you.