Senior Estimator

Kier Group plc.; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

Kier Group plc. is seeking a Senior Estimator (Rail) to join our estimating team, supporting tendering for rail, aviation, nuclear and defence projects. This remote-friendly role requires travel to the office as needed and a strong ability to lead pricing work for structured tenders.

You will manage the end-to-end estimating process, work with procurement on supply chain strategies, and mentor junior colleagues while ensuring accurate, competitive estimates in line with the business plan.

Qualifications

• Degree or HNC in construction or civil engineering with professional qualification.
• Experience as an Estimator with a major civil contractor or Senior Estimator with Tier 2.
• Good understanding of railway sector work types and site constraints.
• Strong commercial awareness and knowledge of contract forms.

Responsibilities

• Lead the estimating process from receipt of client documents to handover.
• Ensure accuracy of estimates and present findings at bid reviews.
• Prepare structured items and quantities using measurement methods and pricing.
• Develop supply chain strategies with procurement and appraise quotations.
• Identify risks, supervise juniors and support their development.

Skills

Excel

RIB Candy

Education

Degree/HNC in construction or civil engineering

Tools

RIB Candy estimating system

Job description

We're looking for a Senior Estimator to join our team working on railway, aviation, nuclear and defence projects. Location: Remote working available, with travel to the office as necessary Hours: 40 hours per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us. We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role.

What will you be responsible for?

As a Senior Estimator (Rail), you'll be working within the estimating team, supporting them in securing new work through competitive tenders and negotiated contracts. You'll be responsible for maximising our commercial position whilst securing opportunities that align with our Business Plan objectives. Working collaboratively with colleagues across preconstruction teams, you'll play a vital role in preparing pricing for tenders and other business opportunities. Your day to day will include:

• Leading the estimating process from receipt of client documents through to handover to delivery teams
• Ensuring accuracy and completeness of estimates, presenting findings at bid team meetings and final reviews
• Preparing structured items and quantities using methods of measurement, pricing work under various contract forms
• Working with the procurement team to develop supply chain strategies, appraising quotations and selecting appropriate partners
• Identifying key risks, supervising junior team members, and supporting their professional development

What are we looking for?

This role of Senior Estimator (Rail) is great for you if:

• You have at least degree/HNC qualification in construction or civil engineering, with professional qualification
• You bring experience as an Estimator with a major civil engineering contractor or as a Senior Estimator with Tier 2 contractors
• You have a good understanding of railway sector work types, possession working and typical site constraints
• You possess strong commercial awareness with knowledge of main Forms of Contract and excellent communication skills
• You have ability in using Excel and either RIB Candy estimating system or willingness to learn

Rewards and benefits

We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits

Diversity and inclusion

Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan We look forward to seeing your application to #joinkier. #LI-MA1