Senior Estimator

Nicholas Associates; Walsall; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering firm located in Walsall is seeking an Estimator to manage quotations and tender processes for groundworks projects. This role offers the freedom to work autonomously while being part of a strong team culture. Candidates should possess experience with projects over £10m and have a keen eye for detail. With opportunities for career progression to senior estimating positions, the firm is looking for proactive individuals to join their strategic growth initiative.

Benefits

Team culture

Autonomy in work

Clear progression opportunities

Job stability

Qualifications

• Previous experience in estimating with a groundworks or civil engineering contractor.
• Experience in handling tenders for projects exceeding £10m.
• Ability to work independently and proactively.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate quotations from drawings and submit tender returns.
• Prepare rates for each item in the BOQ with technical knowledge.
• Attend client meetings and contract reviews.

Skills

Estimating

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Self-initiative

Job description

Our client is a groundworks and civil engineering contractor based in the West Midlands, working on residential groundworks, infrastructure projects. With a turnover of £100m, they focus on growing sustainably, with the right people in place.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate quotations from drawings and submit tender returns
• Prepare rates for each item within the BOQ from first principles, technical knowledge and experience
• Produce tender report
• Attend pre & post contract reviews and client meetings
• Measuring & 'Taking-Off' quantities from drawings
• Sourcing pre-project information and supporting supplier / sub-contractor quotations, agreements & enquiries

Experience Required

• Must have previous experience in estimating with a groundworks contractor or civil engineering contractor
• Experience in the conversion of tenders for projects up to £10m+
• The ability to communicate effectively and work on your own initiative
• Decisive and reliable with excellent attention to detail

What's in it for you?

• Team culture - Great company, great people, strong Senior Management Team
• Autonomy - You'll have the freedom to work in your own way
• Progression - Clear progression and support, opportunity to progress to Head of Estimating / Estimating Director
• Stability - Stable company with strong finances and order book for 2025
• Growth - The company are in a period of strategic growth and are forecasting an increase in tu...