Senior Estimator

The Highfield Company; Wales; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading steel fabrication specialist in South Wales is seeking a Senior Estimator to play a vital role in delivering landmark infrastructure projects. This position requires strong experience in cost estimation and collaboration with stakeholders. The candidate should have a proven track record in the structural steel industry. This role offers a competitive salary ranging from £40,000 to £70,000.

Qualifications

• Proven track record as an Estimator in the structural steel industry.
• Strong technical knowledge of steel fabrication and erection processes.
• Excellent numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyse drawings and tender documentation.
• Prepare accurate cost estimates for structural steel packages.
• Develop competitive tender submissions tailored to infrastructure projects.
• Collaborate with suppliers for competitive pricing.
• Identify potential risks and opportunities in project delivery.

Skills

Cost Estimation

Project Appraisal

Stakeholder Collaboration

Commercial Risk Management

Supply Chain Collaboration

Tools

Estimating software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

ROLE: Senior Estimator - Structural Steel
SALARY: £40,000 - £70,000
LOCATION: South Wales

Are you an experienced Estimator with a passion for structural steel and landmark infrastructure projects? We are representing a market-leading steel fabrication specialist with a reputation for delivering complex, high-value works across the UK. With a growing pipeline of high-profile infrastructure and civil engineering projects, they are now seeking a talented Senior Estimator to strengthen their commercial team.

Position Overview

As Senior Estimator, you will play a pivotal role in shaping successful project outcomes by providing accurate and competitive costings for large-scale structural steel packages. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious professional to contribute to the delivery of projects that are helping shape the nation\'s infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Appraisal: Analyse drawings, specifications, and tender documentation for large-scale steel and infrastructure works.
• Cost Estimation: Prepare accurate cost estimates for structural steel packages, factoring in fabrication, erection, materials, logistics, and subcontractor services.
• Tendering & Bids: Develop competitive tender submissions and value-engineered solutions tailored to high-profile infrastructure projects.
• Supply Chain Collaboration: Engage with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain and negotiate competitive pricing.
• Commercial Risk Management: Identify potential risks, constraints, and opportunities in project delivery, with appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Cost Database & Benchmarking: Maintain accurate cost databases and ensure estimates reflect current market rates and best practices.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with project managers, engineers, and directors to ensure estimates are aligned with client and project requirements.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Proven track record as an Estimator in the structural steel industry, ideally with exposure to major infrastructure projects (rail, bridges, highways, stadia, or similar large-scale works).
• Strong technical knowledge of steel fabrication and erection processes.
• Proficiency in estimating software, Microsoft Excel, and industry-standard tools.
• Excellent numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex tenders and deliver under pressure.

For more information on this opportunity, please contact Sharon O\'Donnell at The Highfield Company.