Senior Civil Tender Lead & Estimation Expert

Bimplus; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

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.