Senior Estimator

Contract Scotland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A major global engineering firm is looking for an experienced Senior Estimator to join their team in Glasgow and Falkirk. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in estimating, particularly within the water sector, and a relevant degree or equivalent experience. This role involves developing cost-effective tenders, managing tender documentation, and liaising with project teams to ensure successful project delivery. A competitive salary and benefits package is offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven experience in estimating for civil engineering projects.
• Experience in the water sector.
• Ability to challenge constructively within teams.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently manage tender documentation.
• Identify risks and opportunities at the tender stage.
• Produce detailed cost packages in agreement with clients.
• Conduct analysis and pricing of risks.
• Prepare tender submission documents and estimating reports.

Skills

Estimating for civil engineering projects

Knowledge of estimating process

Risk assessment

Client negotiation

Education

Degree in relevant subject or equivalent experience

Job description

Senior Estimator Water Sector
Location: Glasgow and Falkirk
Type: Full-time, Permanent

Our client, a major global engineering firm with expertise in the design and delivery of projects within the water sector, is looking to expand its team in Scotland by recruiting an experienced Senior Estimator for projects in Glasgow and Falkirk.

Operating within the water sector, the business has seen a series of project wins and has ambitious growth plans across the UK. They are now seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to develop estimates from first principles, assess client requirements, and identify potential risks to the business. This role involves working closely with Project Managers, the Design Team, and clients to ensure the successful delivery of estimates.

Key Responsibilities:

• Efficiently registering, controlling, and managing tender documentation.
• Identifying risks and opportunities at the tender stage.
• Developing detailed, achievable cost packages in agreement with clients.
• Producing cost-effective tenders from first principles, including take-offs from drawings.
• Participating in internal reviews, governance processes, presentations, and client negotiations as required.
• Conducting the analysis and pricing of risks.
• Preparing tender submission documents and estimating reports.
• Providing support for proposals and contract management functions.
• Maintaining regular liaison with management and site teams.

What We re Looking For:

• A degree in a relevant subject or equivalent experience in an estimating role.
• Strong proven experience in estimating for civil engineering projects.
• Experience in estimating for civils, particularly within the water sector.
• Knowledge of the estimating process using a computerised analytical estimating system.
• Ability to challenge constructively within the Estimating and wider project teams.

What s on Offer?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a company that truly values and invests in its staff. A competitive salary and benefits package is on offer for the right candidate.

If this sounds like your next challenge, we d love to hear from you! Please apply with your latest CV, or for further details, contact Adam Rahma on (phone number removed), quoting reference J46059.

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