Senior Estimator - Remote Rail & Infrastructure Projects

Energy Jobline ZR; Telford; Remote; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development

Job summary

Kier is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead tendering for rail, aviation, nuclear and defence projects with remote work and occasional office visits. The role emphasizes accurate estimating and risk assessment to secure work in line with the Business Plan.

The ideal candidate has a construction/civil engineering degree or HNC with a professional qualification, and experience with major civil contractors; strong Excel and RIB Candy knowledge are preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree or HNC in construction or civil engineering, plus a professional qualification.
• Experience as an Estimator with a major civil engineering contractor or as a Senior Estimator with Tier 2 contractors.
• Solid understanding of railway sector work types, possession working, and site constraints.
• Strong commercial awareness, knowledge of main Forms of Contract, and excellent communication skills.
• Proficient in Excel and either experienced with RIB Candy estimating or eager to learn.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Excel proficiency

RIB Candy experience

Tendering / Estimation

Commercial awareness

Communication skills

Forms of Contract knowledge

Education

Degree in Construction or Civil Engineering

HNC in Construction or Civil Engineering

Professional qualification in construction

Tools

RIB Candy

Excel

Job description

Kier is seeking a Senior Estimator to lead tendering for rail, aviation, nuclear and defence projects with remote work and occasional office visits. The role emphasizes accurate estimating and risk assessment to secure work in line with the Business Plan.

The ideal candidate has a construction/civil engineering degree or HNC with a professional qualification, and experience with major civil contractors; strong Excel and RIB Candy knowledge are preferred.