Strategic Estimation Lead - Utilities Tenders

Lanes Group; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility solutions provider in the UK seeks a Head of Estimating to oversee a national team of estimators. This strategic role involves delivering accurate and competitive bids primarily in the Waste and Clean Water sector, alongside managing stakeholder relationships and enhancing estimating processes. Ideal candidates will have extensive estimating experience, a strong grasp of asset lifecycle management, and expertise in estimating software. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits including a company car and generous holiday entitlement.

Benefits

25 days holiday (plus bank holidays)

Life assurance and death-in-service benefits

Company car

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior estimating role within Utilities or a similar environment.
• Strong understanding of asset lifecycle, condition reporting, and technical surveying.
• Track record of delivering multidisciplinary infrastructure tenders from conception to completion.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a national estimating team fostering high performance.
• Oversee preparation, validation, and submission of accurate estimates and competitive bids.
• Work closely with procurement to secure competitive quotes and identify cost-saving opportunities.

Skills

Team leadership

Estimating software

Cost planning tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

A leading utility solutions provider in the UK seeks a Head of Estimating to oversee a national team of estimators. This strategic role involves delivering accurate and competitive bids primarily in the Waste and Clean Water sector, alongside managing stakeholder relationships and enhancing estimating processes. Ideal candidates will have extensive estimating experience, a strong grasp of asset lifecycle management, and expertise in estimating software. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits including a company car and generous holiday entitlement.