Senior Estimator in Crawley

Energy Jobline ZR; Crawley; Remote; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote working

Flexible hours

Job summary

Kier is seeking a Senior Estimator to drive tendering and cost estimation for railway, aviation, nuclear and defence projects. The role offers remote working with occasional travel to the office, a 40-hour week, and a focus on improving commercial position and delivery alignment.

You’ll lead estimating, ensure accuracy, and work with procurement to optimise supply chains while mentoring junior team members. Join Kier to help build the future together.

Qualifications

• Degree or HNC in construction or civil engineering is required or preferred.
• Professional qualification in construction or civil engineering is desirable.
• Experience as an Estimator with a major civil engineering contractor or as a Senior Estimator with Tier 2 contractors is expected.

Responsibilities

• Lead the estimating process from client documents to handover to delivery teams.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of estimates; present findings at bid reviews.
• Prepare structured items and quantities using measurement methods and contract pricing.
• Collaborate with procurement to develop supply chain strategies and evaluate quotations.
• Identify risks, supervise junior team members and support their development.

Skills

Experience as Estimator

Railway sector knowledge

Commercial awareness

Forms of Contract knowledge

Education

Degree or HNC in construction or civil engineering

Professional qualification in construction or civil engineering

Tools

Excel

RIB Candy

Job description

Job DescriptionJoin Our Team as a Senior Estimator!

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? We’re on the lookout for a Senior Estimator to join our dynamic team, working on exciting projects in railway, aviation, nuclear, and defence.

Location

Enjoy the flexibility of remote working, with occasional travel to the office as needed.

Hours

We offer a standard of 40 hours per week, with some flexibility available. Just let us know your preferences when we chat!

Please note: We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship for this role.

Your Responsibilities

As a Senior Estimator (Rail), you will be an integral part of our estimating team, helping to secure new work through competitive tenders and negotiated contracts. Your expertise will be crucial in maximizing our commercial position while aligning with our Business Plan objectives.

Your day-to-day tasks will include:

• Leading the estimating process from receipt of client documents to handover to delivery teams.
• Ensuring accuracy and completeness of estimates, presenting findings at bid team meetings and final reviews.
• Preparing structured items and quantities using methods of measurement, pricing work under various contract forms.
• Collaborating with the procurement team to develop supply chain strategies, appraising quotations, and selecting suitable partners.
• Identifying key risks, supervising junior team members, and supporting their professional development.

What We’re Looking For

This role is perfect for you if:

• You hold a degree or HNC qualification in construction or civil engineering, along with a professional qualification.
• You have experience as an Estimator with a major civil engineering contractor or as a Senior Estimator with Tier 2 contractors.
• You possess a solid understanding of railway sector work types, possession working, and typical site constraints.
• You have strong commercial awareness, knowledge of main Forms of Contract, and excellent communication skills.
• You are proficient in Excel and either have experience with the RIB Candy estimating system or are eager to learn.

Rewards and Benefits

We’re proud to offer a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. Join us and enjoy a rewarding career with opportunities for growth and development!

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At Kier, making our workplace diverse and inclusive is a top priority. We’re committed to continuous improvement and value the contributions of our employees in shaping our and initiatives.

We can’t wait to see your application and welcome you to our team. Let’s build the future together!

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