Water Estimator

ZipRecruiter; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Water Estimator to join their commercial team in Birmingham. This permanent role offers a salary up to £80,000 plus benefits, and involves preparing cost estimates for major water frameworks such as Severn Trent and Northumbrian Water. Ideal candidates will have proven experience within the water or civils sector, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Long-term career development

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Estimator within the water, utilities, or civils sector.
• Strong knowledge of UK water frameworks, ideally Severn Trent and/or Northumbrian Water.
• Ability to develop estimates from first principles.
• Commercially astute with strong analytical and negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates and tender submissions for water and civils projects.
• Work on framework tenders and standalone schemes across Severn Trent and Northumbrian Water.
• Develop cost build-ups and pricing from first principles.
• Engage with supply chain partners to source competitive rates.
• Support bid teams with value engineering and commercial input.
• Ensure compliance with client specifications and company processes.

Skills

Estimator experience

Knowledge of UK water frameworks

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

Water Estimator - Permanent

Location: Birmingham | Salary: Up to £80,000 + car & benefits | Sector: Water / Infrastructure | Frameworks: Severn Trent & Northumbrian Water

The role involves joining the commercial team on a permanent basis, working across major water frameworks including Severn Trent and Northumbrian Water. This is a key position to shape competitive bids and secure long-term work on essential UK infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates and tender submissions for water and civils projects.
• Work on framework tenders and standalone schemes across Severn Trent and Northumbrian Water.
• Develop cost build-ups and pricing from first principles.
• Engage with supply chain partners to source competitive rates.
• Support bid teams with value engineering and commercial input.
• Ensure compliance with client specifications and company processes.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Estimator within the water, utilities, or civils sector.
• Strong knowledge of UK water frameworks, ideally Severn Trent and/or Northumbrian Water.
• Ability to develop estimates from first principles.
• Commercially astute with strong analytical and negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary up to £80,000 + car & package.
• Permanent role with long-term career development.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile water frameworks with secure pipeline.
• Supportive and professional working environment.

How to Apply

If you are an experienced Estimator seeking a new challenge in the water sector, please contact John Baker or Kat Oxlade.

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