Senior Estimator: Water & Utilities Tenders Leader

Energy Jobline CVL; Worthing; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Jobline CVL is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to lead the pricing of water and utility infrastructure tenders across the UK. You will collaborate with bid, commercial and operational teams to develop robust cost plans, compelling tenders and accurate first-principles estimates for major capital programmes.

The role requires strong NEC contract knowledge, a commercial mindset and the ability to manage multiple bids to tight deadlines while mentoring junior estimators and driving

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Senior/Lead/Principal Estimator in water/utilities or civil engineering.
• Strong knowledge of water infrastructure projects (treatment works, pipelines, drainage, wastewater, clean water).
• Experience pricing projects for major contractors or utilities providers.
• Excellent commercial awareness and NEC contract understanding.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple bids and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead the estimating function on complex water and utilities tenders.
• Review tender docs, specifications and scope.
• Produce first-principles estimates and cost plans.
• Identify risks, opportunities and value engineering.
• Liaise with suppliers, subcontractors and internal stakeholders for quotes.
• Support bid submissions and client presentations.
• Maintain and develop estimating databases and benchmarking.
• Mentor junior estimators and support team development.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Bid management

Tools

NEC contracts

Job description

Energy Jobline CVL is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to lead the pricing of water and utility infrastructure tenders across the UK. You will collaborate with bid, commercial and operational teams to develop robust cost plans, compelling tenders and accurate first-principles estimates for major capital programmes.

The role requires strong NEC contract knowledge, a commercial mindset and the ability to manage multiple bids to tight deadlines while mentoring junior estimators and driving