Senior Estimator, Civils

1st Executive Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Civils Estimator to lead the preparation of cost estimates for major civil infrastructure projects in the East Midlands. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in civils estimating and a degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline. This is a hybrid position with opportunities for mentorship and influence on project success.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in civils estimating, ideally within highways, infrastructure, or utilities.
• Confident communicator and collaborator with strong negotiation skills.
• Proven ability to deliver competitive tenders for major clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of detailed cost estimates for highways, utilities, and transport projects.
• Analyse tender documents and specifications to build accurate and competitive proposals.
• Support, mentor, and develop junior estimators.

Skills

Civils estimating

Technical knowledge of civil works

Estimating software proficiency

Numerical analysis

Negotiation skills

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Equivalent experience in Quantity Surveying

Tools

Estimating software

Digital take-off tools

Job description

Contact:

Geoff Hunt

Contact email:

[e-mail]

Job ref:

J69205352_1756802016

Published:

2 days ago

Expiry date:

2025-10-02

Location: East Midlands

Hybrid: c2 days pw in office

Introduction

Our client is seeking a Senior Civils Estimator to play a pivotal role in shaping and winning major civil infrastructure projects across the UK. You\'ll take the lead on preparing competitive, high-quality bids-working with project, commercial, and delivery teams to ensure every submission is commercially robust, technically accurate, and aligned with client expectations. This is a chance to step into a role where your expertise directly influences project success and business growth.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of detailed cost estimates for highways, utilities, and transport projects.
• Analyse tender documents and specifications to build accurate and competitive proposals.
• Develop cost breakdowns across labour, plant, materials, subcontractors, and overheads.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers and subcontractors to secure the best value.
• Spot risks, opportunities, and value engineering solutions that strengthen bids.
• Work closely with bid and project teams to refine strategies and narratives.
• Ensure all submissions meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance.
• Present bids to senior leadership and contribute to key decision-making.
• Support, mentor, and develop junior estimators, helping to grow team capability.

Requirements

• Significant experience in civils estimating, ideally within highways, infrastructure, or utilities.
• Strong technical knowledge of civil works, from earthworks and drainage to surfacing and utilities
• Skilled with estimating software and digital take-off tools.
• Exceptional numerical, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Confident communicator and collaborator with strong negotiation skills.
• Proven ability to deliver competitive tenders for major clients.
• Understanding of UK health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• A proactive leader, able to mentor and inspire junior staff.

If interested in this fantastic opportunity, apply straight away or email me at [e-mail]

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