Senior Estimator

Cross Border Talents; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Cross Border Talents in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Estimator to support highways and civil works across the UK. The role focuses on delivering accurate cost estimates and robust bid support for major infrastructure.

You will analyse drawings and contracts, liaise with suppliers, and work with project and commercial teams to manage risks and capture opportunities in estimates. Based in the UK, you should have extensive estimating software experience and a solid grasp of UK contracts.

Qualifications

• 7+ years estimating experience in highways or civil works.
• Strong knowledge of UK construction contracts.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate cost estimates for highways/civil projects
• Analyse drawings, specifications and contracts
• Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors
• Support bid preparation and submissions
• Manage risk and opportunity in estimates
• Collaborate with project and commercial teams

Skills

Estimating experience (7+ years)

Analytical skills

Communication skills

UK contracts knowledge

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Senior Estimator
Location: United Kingdom (highways/civil works)
Engagement: Full-time
Salary: GBP 60,000 – GBP 70,000/year
Industry: Construction / Civil Works

About the role
We are looking for a Senior Estimator to support highways and civil works projects across the United Kingdom.

What you'll do

• Prepare accurate cost estimates for highways/civil projects
• Analyse drawings, specifications and contracts
• Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors
• Support bid preparation and submissions
• Manage risk and opportunity in estimates
• Collaborate with project and commercial teams

What we're looking for
Essential

• 7+ years of estimating experience in highways or civil works
• Strong knowledge of UK construction contracts
• Excellent analytical and communication skills
• Based in the United Kingdom
• Experience with estimating software

Nice to have

• Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management
• Experience with large-scale infrastructure projects

What we offer

• Salary of GBP 60,000 – 70,000/year
• Opportunity to work on major infrastructure