Senior Estimator – Rail

Pinnacle Recruitment Ltd; Enfield (CT); On-site; USD 120,837 - 147,690; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator for major projects in the rail industry. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience with a main contractor and a proven track record in tendering substantial projects. Responsibilities include leading tenders, collaborating with various stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with client expectations. This role offers a salary starting at £100,000 and presents opportunities across several regions in Southern England.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience working with a main contractor.
• Proven track record tendering on projects exceeding £50 m.
• Strong knowledge of the estimator role and overall tendering process.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage major tenders, ensuring a smooth process from brief to submission.
• Collaborate with the Estimating Director and other stakeholders to develop accurate cost estimates.
• Maintain effective communication with project teams and external partners.
• Ensure compliance with project delivery standards and client expectations.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Proven track record tendering

Job description

Senior Estimator – Rail

Location: Enfield
Salary: £100,000+
Regions: Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, East Anglia, Essex, Hampshire, Hertfordshire, Kent, London, Midlands, Milton Keynes, Oxfordshire, Southern England, Surrey, Sussex

Pinnacle Recruitment is assisting a Tier 1 main contractor in the City of London to find an experienced Senior Estimator (Major Projects). The role focuses on overseeing major tenders for high‑profile projects across Commercial, Residential, Heavy Civils and Rail.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage major tenders, ensuring a smooth process from brief to submission.
• Collaborate with the Estimating Director and other stakeholders to develop accurate cost estimates.
• Maintain effective communication with project teams and external partners.
• Ensure compliance with project delivery standards and client expectations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience working with a main contractor.
• Proven track record tendering on projects exceeding £50 m.
• Strong knowledge of the estimator role and overall tendering process.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Candidate Profile

• Driven, highly motivated, and ambitious about career progression.
• Collaborative team player with a proactive approach to project challenges.