Senior Estimator – Civil Engineering / Rail – Birmingham

Fusion People; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established main contractor seeks an Estimator specializing in civil engineering and rail projects in Birmingham. The successful candidate will collaborate in preparing tender documents, evaluating risks, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. You will leverage first principles estimating skills and manage stakeholder interactions effectively. A competitive salary package of £50,000 to £80,000 is offered, along with additional benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in first principles estimating is essential.
• Background in civil engineering and rail tenders is required.
• Strong stakeholder management skills are crucial.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all tender correspondence is recorded and logged.
• Review contents of tender documentation and provide feasibility advice.
• Co-ordinate the tender preparation documents submitted by other departments.
• Prepare bills of quantities and schedule of rates for tender applications.
• Monitor contract compliance against statutory requirements.

Skills

Estimating experience

Civil engineering knowledge

Rail tender background

Stakeholder management

Job description

Estimator – Civil Engineering / Rail – Birmingham

Our client, an award winning main contractor are currently recruiting for an Estimator to work on civil engineering frameworks within rail.

Location:

Birmingham

Remuneration:

£50,000 – £80,000 per annum plus car / car allowance & benefits

The Role:

– Ensure all tender correspondence is recorded and logged
– Review contents of tender documentation and provide feasibility advice
– Co-ordinate the tender preparation documents submitted by other departments, ensuring that they adequately address the client’s requirements
– Ensure ‘estimates for work’ take adequate account of applicable legislation and recognised industry standards on health, safety, quality and environment
– Prepare all necessary information on the technical and commercial aspects for submission. Identify potential opportunity / risk and evaluate options Prepare bills of quantities / schedule of rates for tender applications and first principle estimates
– Prepare and submit tender queries / clarifications
– Prepare and submit subcontract enquiries in line with company processes
– Review subcontract tender submissions for compliance and inclusion into the estimate
– Monitor contract compliance against statutory requirements

Requirements:

– First principles Estimating experience
– Civil engineering & rail tender background
– Savvy stakeholder management skills

If you are interested please contact John Baker of Fusion People

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