Senior Civil Tender Lead & Estimation Expert

Bimplus

United Kingdom

Remote

GBP 70,000 - 95,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Bimplus is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead civil engineering tenders from enquiry to handover, collaborating with pre-construction teams to develop winning bid strategies. You will provide commercial leadership, mentor the estimating team and ensure best-value outcomes through disciplined risk management.

The role requires experience in estimating principles, first-principles pricing, and proficiency with Causeway Estimating software.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience in a Senior Estimator or Estimator role within civil engineering.
  • Degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering/Construction/Quantity Surveying or related discipline.
  • Strong understanding of civil engineering estimating principles and tendering processes.
  • Experience preparing estimates from first principles and producing Bills of Quantities.
  • Proficiency in Causeway Estimating software or similar.
  • Knowledge of CDM regulations and risk management.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the estimating function on civil engineering tenders from enquiry through to contract award and handover.
  • Develop tender strategies with operational and pre-construction teams.
  • Review tender documentation, identify risks and opportunities, and prepare clarifications.
  • Attend bid meetings, tender reviews, negotiations and client presentations.
  • Produce Bills of Quantities and perform quantity take-offs using Causeway or similar software.
  • Obtain and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations for best value.
  • Collaborate with planners to develop robust programmes and construction methodologies.
  • Monitor market trends and innovations to improve bidding practices.
  • Lead tender handovers to operations and capture lessons learned.

Skills

Tendering leadership
Stakeholder management
Commercial awareness
Negotiation skills
Communication skills
Tender risk awareness

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering
HNC/HND or equivalent

Tools

Causeway Estimating

Job description

Bimplus is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead civil engineering tenders from enquiry to handover, collaborating with pre-construction teams to develop winning bid strategies. You will provide commercial leadership, mentor the estimating team and ensure best-value outcomes through disciplined risk management.

The role requires experience in estimating principles, first-principles pricing, and proficiency with Causeway Estimating software.

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