Senior Estimator – Heavy Civils & Infrastructure (Hybrid)

Enable Group; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 85,500 - 104,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle allowance or company vehicle

Exposure to major UK infrastructure schemes

Hybrid working with 2 days per week remote

Job summary

A leading infrastructure contractor is looking for a Senior Estimator based in Milton Keynes. Responsibilities include preparing estimates for heavy civils projects (£50m+), managing the tender process, and working closely with commercial teams. The ideal candidate will have strong experience using Candy, Bluebeam, and ACC, along with a desire for long-term progression in estimating management. The position offers a salary of £95,000 and a hybrid working model with remote work options.

Qualifications

• Highly experienced Senior QS with strong pre-construction and estimating exposure.
• Ambition to move into Estimating Management in the near term.
• Dual commercial/estimating role is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Preparing estimates for heavy civils and infrastructure tenders (£50m+).
• Leading detailed take-offs and measurements using Candy.
• Coordinating drawings and design information.
• Reviewing subcontractor and supplier pricing.
• Contributing to bid strategy and risk assessment.
• Supporting bid settlements and tender handovers.

Skills

Hands-on estimating

Strong measurement and take-off capability

Experience in heavy civils or infrastructure

Confidence working on large, complex tenders

Tools

Candy

Bluebeam

ACC

Job description

A leading infrastructure contractor is looking for a Senior Estimator based in Milton Keynes. Responsibilities include preparing estimates for heavy civils projects (£50m+), managing the tender process, and working closely with commercial teams. The ideal candidate will have strong experience using Candy, Bluebeam, and ACC, along with a desire for long-term progression in estimating management. The position offers a salary of £95,000 and a hybrid working model with remote work options.