Senior Estimator – Water

Bimplus; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 51,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle with fuel card

Car allowance £6,500 per annum

Pension

Private health insurance

Bonus

25 days annual leave

Continuous training and development

Exposure to high-profile projects

Collaborative work environment

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Bimplus in Leicester is seeking a Senior Estimator to produce accurate, competitive estimates for water projects from enquiry through tender submission. You will manage tenders, review drawings and specs, and work with cross-functional teams to win work.

The role offers a full-time permanent position with a clear path for progression, a competitive salary up to £85,000, company vehicle or car allowance, pension, private health insurance, and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Experience estimating within water (clean and/or waste) projects.
• Proven ability to prepare competitive tenders.
• Excellent commercial awareness and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full tendering process from enquiry to submission.
• Review drawings, specifications and tender docs.
• Produce detailed cost estimates for civil engineering and infrastructure.
• Obtain and evaluate quotations from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Identify project risks, opportunities and value engineering solutions.
• Collaborate with operational, commercial and pre-construction teams to develop winning tender strategies.
• Prepare tender reports, bid documentation and presentation materials.
• Support client engagement and attend pre-tender and post-tender meetings where required.
• Maintain awareness of market conditions, pricing trends and supply chain capabilities.

Skills

Water industry estimating

Tendering

Commercial awareness

Independent working

Stakeholder management

Tools

Estimating software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Your new company

You will be joining a highly respected and award-winning civil engineering contractor based in Leicester operating within the water industry. This well-established design and build contractor specialises in the delivery of clean and wastewater infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects for major water providers, including the likes of Severn Trent Water, and offers excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development. They have built long-standing relationships with key clients through their collaborative approach and commitment to quality, and as part of their continued growth, they are actively seeking a Senior Estimator to join their pre-construction team.

This is a full-time permanent position based out of their Leicester office.

Your new role

As a Senior Estimator, you will be responsible for producing accurate and competitive estimates for a range of water projects from initial enquiry through to tender submission.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing the full tendering process from receipt of enquiry to final submission
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documentation
• Producing detailed cost estimates for civil engineering and infrastructure schemes
• Obtaining and evaluating quotations from subcontractors and suppliers
• Identifying project risks, opportunities and value engineering solutions
• Collaborating with operational, commercial and pre-construction teams to develop winning tender strategies
• Preparing tender reports, bid documentation and presentation materials
• Supporting client engagement and attending pre-tender and post-tender meetings where required
• Maintaining awareness of market conditions, pricing trends and supply chain capabilities.

What you'll need to succeed

In order to be successful, you must have:

• Experience estimating within the water (clean and/or waste) industry
• Proven ability to prepare competitive tenders on projects of varying size and complexity
• Excellent commercial awareness and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment
• Proficiency with standard estimating software and Microsoft Office applications
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.Candidates from a Tier 1 or Tier 2 contractor background are encouraged to apply.

What you'll get in return

In return, you will receive:

• Starting salary up to £85,000 per annum (negotiable depending on experience)
• Company vehicle (with fuel card) or car allowance (£6,500 per annum)
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
• Pension
• Bonus
• Private health insurance
• Continuous training and development
• Exposure to high-profile and rewarding projects
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Clear pathways for professional development and career progression
• Opportunity to make an impact with a growing and highly successful contractor and more.

Please note: applicants must hold existing UK work authorisation; visa sponsorship cannot be provided for this position.