Senior Estimator - Civil Infrastructure & Tendering

JN Bentley; Leeds; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits

Training & development

Job summary

JN Bentley is seeking experienced Estimators to build accurate first principle cost estimates for civil infrastructure projects. The role entails working with design, commercial and operational teams to develop robust tenders and ensure pricing is market-tested.

You will review drawings, specs and scopes to identify risks and opportunities, engage with supply chain partners for quotations, and support tender submissions with a rigorous, governance‑driven approach.

Qualifications

• Experience estimating within civil engineering or infrastructure projects.
• Commercial awareness and careful attention to detail.
• Understanding NEC forms of contract and procurement processes.
• Ability to analyse complex information and convey conclusions clearly.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate, first principle cost estimates for civil projects.
• Collaborate with design, commercial and operations teams on bids.
• Review drawings and specs to spot risk, value and opportunities.
• Engage with suppliers to obtain quotations and pricing.
• Support bid submissions and tender clarifications.
• Apply standard estimating governance across bids.

Skills

Estimating experience

Civil engineering background

NEC contracts knowledge

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Job description

JN Bentley is seeking experienced Estimators to build accurate first principle cost estimates for civil infrastructure projects. The role entails working with design, commercial and operational teams to develop robust tenders and ensure pricing is market-tested.

You will review drawings, specs and scopes to identify risks and opportunities, engage with supply chain partners for quotations, and support tender submissions with a rigorous, governance‑driven approach.