Senior Estimator

Rullion Engineering Cumbria; England; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Estimator to produce accurate and competitive cost estimates for tender submissions. The successful candidate will work closely with the Bid Manager and other teams to develop pricing strategies, validate client quantities, and ensure compliance with governance processes. Strong understanding of civil engineering and estimating software is essential. This is a permanent role based in London, offering a competitive salary plus car allowance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Car allowance

Qualifications

• Experience in producing accurate and compliant cost estimates.
• Ability to develop competitive pricing strategies.
• Knowledge of relevant wage and working time regulations.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate cost estimates supporting tender submissions.
• Work with the Bid Manager on pricing strategies.
• Prepare final tender summaries and supporting documentation.

Skills

Strong understanding of civil engineering and construction techniques

Familiarity with procurement legislation and contract forms

Commercial awareness

Proficient in estimating software

Commitment to Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental standards

Job description

Job title: Senior Estimator
Start date: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Location: London
Hours of work: Mon to Fri - 37.5 hours per week
Salary: Competitive + car allowance

Purpose

To produce accurate, competitive, and compliant cost estimates that support successful tender submissions, in line with the client's governance and quality procedures.

Key Accountabilities

• Ensure all company governance and approval processes are followed.
• Work with the Bid Manager to develop competitive, value-driven pricing strategies.
• Agree methodologies and outputs with the Planner, Design Manager, and Bid Team.
• Advise on cost-effective design solutions and prepare alternative pricing options.
• Check and validate client quantities; arrange take-offs as required.
• Build up estimates covering labour, plant, materials, subcontractors, preliminaries, and risk.
• Develop local labour and plant rates, ensuring compliance with relevant wage and working time regulations.
• Liaise with Procurement to obtain, review, and select compliant supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Coordinate temporary works pricing with technical and planning teams.
• Determine staff requirements, programmes, and costs in consultation with Bid and Operations Leads.
• Identify and assess risk and opportunity items for inclusion in the tender.
• Prepare final tender summaries, supporting documentation, and settlement adjustments.
• Support post-tender clarifications and provide pricing handover to project and commercial teams.
• Review feedback on unsuccessful bids to inform future improvements.

Key Competencies & Knowledge

• Strong understanding of civil engineering and construction techniques.
• Familiarity with procurement legislation and contract forms.
• Commercial awareness and analytical skills.
• Proficient in estimating software.
• Commitment to Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental standards.

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This permanent/contract vacancy is being advertised by Rullion Ltd Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a range of clients; from large well-known brands, to SMEs and start-ups. As a family-owned business, Rullion's approach is credible and honest, focused on building long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates. Rullion is a forward-thinking recruitment company that specialises in providing a wide range of talent consultancy services to a diverse client base; from small start-ups to large household names.

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