Senior Estimator, Civils

1st Executive; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A civil engineering consultancy seeks a Senior Civils Estimator to lead bidding for major civil infrastructure projects across the UK. This hybrid role involves creating precise cost estimates for highways and utilities, closely collaborating with teams, and mentoring junior staff. Candidates should have substantial civils estimating experience and a degree in a related field. Competitive salary offered.

Benefits

Bonus

Car allowance

Qualifications

• Significant experience in civils estimating, ideally within highways, infrastructure, or utilities.
• Strong technical knowledge of civil works, from earthworks to utilities.
• Exceptional numerical, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of detailed cost estimates for projects.
• Develop cost breakdowns across all project components.
• Ensure all submissions meet quality and compliance standards.

Skills

Civils estimating

Estimating software proficiency

Numerical analysis

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or Quantity Surveying

Tools

Estimating software

Digital take-off tools

Job description

Role: Senior Civils Estimator

Salary: £65-80k + bonus + car (or car allowance)

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]