Senior Estimator

Elate Staffing Solutions Ltd; Manchester; Sur place; GBP 75 000 - 85 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Car allowance

Résumé du poste

Elate Staffing Solutions Ltd. is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator for rail infrastructure projects across the UK. You will own complex tenders, produce first-principles cost estimates and drive competitive pricing while managing commercial risk.

Working with Pre-Contracts, Commercial and Bidding teams, you will develop estimating strategies, validate cost data and ensure robust tender submissions that support business growth and profitability.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years estimating experience, including rail/major infra.
• First-principles estimating for complex projects.
• Knowledge of rail infrastructure disciplines (track, civils, stations).
• Familiarity with NEC/Network Rail contracts and GRIP/PACE.

Responsabilités

• Prepare detailed cost estimates, budgets and tender submissions for rail projects.
• Produce first-principles estimates using drawings and specifications.
• Collaborate with commercial, engineering and delivery teams to develop bids.
• Identify commercial risks and cost-saving opportunities.
• Present estimates and cost breakdowns to senior management.
• Mentor junior estimators and maintain estimating databases.

Connaissances

Strong analytical ability

Stakeholder management

Communication

Negotiation

Formation

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Outils

Candy

CostX

CATO

Causeway

Description du poste

Senior Estimator - Rail Infrastructure

Salary: £75,000 - £85,000 + car allowance

Location: UK Wide

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Sector: Rail

The Opportunity:

We are recruiting an experienced Senior Estimator to join a growing rail infrastructure business, playing a key role in pricing and securing major infrastructure projects across the rail sector.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced estimator with a strong background in rail or major infrastructure to take ownership of complex tenders, develop competitive cost estimates and support business growth.

Working closely with the Pre-Contracts, Commercial and Bidding teams, you will help develop estimating strategies, manage commercial risks and ensure tender submissions are accurate, competitive and commercially robust.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare detailed cost estimates, budgets and tender submissions for rail infrastructure projects.
• Produce first-principles estimates using engineering drawings, specifications and project requirements.
• Estimate costs across track, civil engineering, stations, signalling and associated infrastructure works.
• Collaborate with commercial, engineering and project delivery teams to develop competitive bids.
• Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Identify commercial risks, opportunities, exclusions and potential cost savings.
• Support value engineering and risk assessments to improve project profitability.
• Present estimates, cost breakdowns and recommendations to senior management.
• Ensure estimates are accurate, fully documented and compliant with company procedures.
• Manage tender handovers to delivery teams, clearly communicating assumptions, risks and pricing.
• Maintain estimating databases, cost benchmarks and productivity information.
• Mentor junior estimators and contribute to continuous improvement across the estimating function.

The Ideal Candidate:

• At least 8-10 years' estimating experience, including significant experience within rail or major infrastructure.
• Proven experience producing detailed, first-principles estimates for complex infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of rail infrastructure disciplines, including track, civils, stations and associated systems.
• Strong understanding of Network Rail standards and project delivery frameworks, including GRIP or PACE.
• Experience using estimating software such as Candy, CostX, CATO, Causeway or similar.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and strong analytical abilities.
• Commercial awareness and knowledge of NEC, Network Rail and other relevant contract forms.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• A degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline.

Desirable:

• Experience with rail frameworks, alliance bids or major infrastructure tenders.
• Membership of, or working towards membership of, a relevant professional body.
• Knowledge of cost risk analysis, value engineering and estimating systems.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems.

What's on Offer?

• £75,000 - £85,000 salary, depending on experience.
• Additional car allowance.
• Opportunity to work on major rail infrastructure projects.
• A senior position with influence over tender strategy and commercial decisions.
• Opportunity to contribute to business growth and continuous improvement.
• A collaborative environment working alongside experienced commercial and technical professionals.