Lead Estimating Manager – Utilities & Tenders

Last Mile Infrastructure Limited; Nechells; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Private medical insurance

Discretionary bonus

Car allowance

Pension contributions (up to 7%)

Job summary

Last Mile is seeking an Estimating Manager to lead the Estimating team and oversee commercial validation for tenders and contracts across utility projects. You will work closely with Sales and Design to produce timely, compliant and strong tenders.

You will build relationships across internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure clear communication and successful tender outcomes. Hybrid working and a strong benefits package support your work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Quantity Surveying or equivalent.
• Experience in utilities sector or similar role.
• Experience using estimating software tools (simPRO or similar).
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Experience managing commercial or estimating teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and develop the Estimating team, ensuring strong performance and development.
• Manage commercial estimating validation for tenders, design variations, contract documents and payments.
• Oversee tender settlement meetings, BoQ library items and project folder conversions.
• Maintain technical and commercial knowledge across utility infrastructure estimating and standards.
• Work with senior leadership, Sales and Design to optimise commercial performance.
• Drive process improvement, compliance, reporting and issue escalation.

Skills

Utilities sector experience

Estimating software (simPRO)

Drawings interpretation

Estimating process knowledge

Team management

Education

Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Quantity Surveying or equivalent

Tools

simPRO

Job description

Last Mile is seeking an Estimating Manager to lead the Estimating team and oversee commercial validation for tenders and contracts across utility projects. You will work closely with Sales and Design to produce timely, compliant and strong tenders.

You will build relationships across internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure clear communication and successful tender outcomes. Hybrid working and a strong benefits package support your work-life balance.