MEICA Estimator - Water

Carrington West; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Tier One contractor in the UK is seeking a skilled MEICA Estimator to contribute to large-scale water infrastructure projects. The role demands proven experience in MEICA estimation, strong analytical and commercial skills, and excellent communication abilities. You will prepare detailed cost estimates and work closely with various teams to ensure project success. The position may require site visits and engagement with supply chain partners, offering a competitive salary up to £60,000 per annum plus benefits.

Benefits

Benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience in MEICA estimation within the UK water industry or related sector.
• Strong analytical ability and commercial awareness.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proficiency in estimation software and related tools.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver under pressure.
• Willingness to travel to project sites when required.

Responsibilities

• Preparing detailed MEICA cost estimates for water infrastructure projects.
• Reviewing scopes of work to ensure completeness and competitiveness.
• Identifying and managing commercial and delivery risks within estimates.
• Working collaboratively with internal stakeholders.
• Engaging with supply chain partners to obtain quotations.
• Ensuring estimates comply with governance processes.
• Supporting tender reviews and bid submissions.
• Visiting project sites as required.

Skills

Analytical ability

Commercial awareness

Excellent communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Proficiency in estimation software

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Job description

MEICA Estimator – Water

Location: Kent

Salary: Up to £60,000 per annum + benefits

Are you an experienced MEICA Estimator looking to work on large-scale, long-term clean water infrastructure projects? This is an opportunity to join a leading Tier One contractor delivering key works for South East Water at a pivotal time for the water industry.

As a MEICA Estimator, you'll play a central role in shaping successful project delivery by producing accurate, competitive, and fully governed cost estimates for multidisciplinary water projects. You'll work closely with design, commercial, delivery teams, and the supply chain to ensure risks are understood, opportunities are captured, and bids meet both client and internal standards.

Responsibilities

• Preparing detailed MEICA cost estimates for water infrastructure projects
• Reviewing scopes of work to ensure completeness, accuracy, and competitiveness
• Identifying and managing commercial and delivery risks within estimates
• Working collaboratively with internal stakeholders across engineering, commercial, and delivery teams
• Engaging with supply chain partners to obtain and assess quotations
• Ensuring estimates comply with governance processes and client requirements
• Supporting tender reviews and bid submissions
• Visiting project sites as required

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience in MEICA estimation within the UK water industry or a closely related sector
• Strong analytical ability and commercial awareness
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Proficiency in estimation software and related tools
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver under pressure
• Willingness to travel to project sites when required

Apply

Please contact Chas on 02393 876 074 or email [e-mail] to discuss in confidence.

Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If no response is received, the application has not been successful at this stage.