Senior Estimator – Civil & Rail Pre-Construction Leader

BAM UK & Ireland; Milton; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Travel allowance

Pension 8% matched

Private healthcare

Life assurance

26 days holiday

Wellbeing days

Volunteer day

Development

Job summary

BAM UK & Ireland is seeking an experienced Estimator or Senior Estimator to join our pre-construction team in Scotland. You will develop accurate, competitive cost estimates for major civil engineering schemes, supporting delivery from early design through target price development.

Based at Kilsyth or Inverness, you will coordinate with bid teams, guide estimating staff, handle multiple budget iterations, and liaise with clients and consultants to drive value and compliant tenders.

Qualifications

• Degree, HND in Civil Engineering or NVQ equivalent.
• Civil engineering experience in bids.
• Proven estimating experience in civil/rail bids.
• Leadership and team management skills.
• Understanding of common forms of contract.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with bid teams and Pre-construction team.
• Direct estimating staff and deliver cost estimates at various stages.
• Support optioneering, value engineering and risk reviews.
• Prepare tender summaries and priced risk registers.
• Liaise with clients, designers and consultants.

Skills

Civil engineering experience

Estimating experience

Leadership

Education

Degree or HND in Civil Engineering/NVQ

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

BAM UK & Ireland is seeking an experienced Estimator or Senior Estimator to join our pre-construction team in Scotland. You will develop accurate, competitive cost estimates for major civil engineering schemes, supporting delivery from early design through target price development.

Based at Kilsyth or Inverness, you will coordinate with bid teams, guide estimating staff, handle multiple budget iterations, and liaise with clients and consultants to drive value and compliant tenders.