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ROLE: Senior Estimator - Structural Steel
SALARY: £40,000 - £70,000
LOCATION: South Wales

Are you an experienced Estimator with a passion for structural steel and landmark infrastructure projects? We are representing a market-leading steel fabrication specialist with a reputation for delivering complex, high-value works across the UK. With a growing pipeline of high-profile infrastructure and civil engineering projects, they are now seeking a talented Senior Estimator to strengthen their commercial team.

As Senior Estimator, you will play a pivotal role in shaping successful project outcomes by providing accurate and competitive costings for large-scale structural steel packages. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious professional to contribute to the delivery of projects that are helping shape the nation\'s infrastructure.

• Project Appraisal: Analyse drawings, specifications, and tender documentation for large-scale steel and infrastructure works.
• Cost Estimation: Prepare accurate cost estimates for structural steel packages, factoring in fabrication, erection, materials, logistics, and subcontractor services.
• Tendering & Bids: Develop competitive tender submissions and value-engineered solutions tailored to high-profile infrastructure projects.
• Supply Chain Collaboration: Engage with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain and negotiate competitive pricing.
• Commercial Risk Management: Identify potential risks, constraints, and opportunities in project delivery, with appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Cost Database & Benchmarking: Maintain accurate cost databases and ensure estimates reflect current market rates and best practices.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with project managers, engineers, and directors to ensure estimates are aligned with client and project requirements.

• Proven track record as an Estimator in the structural steel industry, ideally with exposure to major infrastructure projects (rail, bridges, highways, stadia, or similar large-scale works).
• Strong technical knowledge of steel fabrication and erection processes.
• Proficiency in estimating software, Microsoft Excel, and industry-standard tools.
• Excellent numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex tenders and deliver under pressure.

For more information on this opportunity, please contact Sharon O\'Donnell at The Highfield Company.