Senior Estimator – Civil & Infrastructure Tenders

Hyreus; England; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyreus is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator for work in Cumbria with a leading Tier One civil engineering contractor operating in power and nuclear sectors.

The role involves leading detailed cost estimates, tender submissions and cost build-ups across major projects, collaborating with procurement, planning and commercial teams to optimise pricing and risk management. Excellent analytical and Excel skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Senior Estimator in civil/major infrastructure projects.
• Experience with Tier One contractors or large, complex projects is highly advantageous.
• Ability to interpret drawings, bills of quantities and tender docs.
• Strong commercial awareness and pricing strategy development.
• Proficient in Excel and estimating systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of detailed cost estimates and tender submissions.
• Review tender docs, drawings and scope to develop accurate estimates.
• Prepare cost build-ups for labour, plant, materials, subcontractors, preliminaries.
• Obtain and evaluate supplier/subcontractor quotations for competitive pricing.
• Collaborate with bid managers, procurement and planners on tender strategy.
• Assess construction methods, programmes and resource needs for realistic estimates.
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities within tender submissions.
• Support value engineering to optimise costs while upholdingquality and safety.
• Prepare tender pricing docs and cost reports per client requirements.
• Participate in tender reviews, settlements and post-tender clarifications.
• H liaise with clients and suppliers to resolve pricing queries.

Skills

Senior Estimator

Civil engineering

Tender pricing

Analytical skills

Communication

Excel proficiency

Education

Quantity Surveying degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Hyreus is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator for work in Cumbria with a leading Tier One civil engineering contractor operating in power and nuclear sectors.

The role involves leading detailed cost estimates, tender submissions and cost build-ups across major projects, collaborating with procurement, planning and commercial teams to optimise pricing and risk management. Excellent analytical and Excel skills are essential.