Description
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the preparation and coordination of cost estimates for complex infrastructure or multi-utility projects.
Interpret technical drawings, specifications, and other documentation to prepare comprehensive estimates.
Collaborate with the bid team, planners, engineers, and procurement to ensure accurate cost and resource planning.
Analyse historical data and market trends to benchmark costs and validate pricing assumptions.
Develop and maintain relationships with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain competitive quotations.
Support risk management and value engineering processes during tender development.
Attend pre-tender meetings, site visits, and client briefings as required.
Ensure tender submissions are completed on time and in line with client requirements and company standards.
Contribute to post-tender negotiations and handovers to project delivery teams.Required Qualifications and Experience:
Minimum 10+ years of experience in estimating, preferably in infrastructure (e.g., highways, rail, utilities, civil engineering)
Strong commercial and contractual acumen.
Proficient in estimating software (e.g., Candy, Conquest, Causeway, or similar).
Excellent understanding of construction methods, engineering principles, and current market rates.
Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field is preferred.
Proven track record in successful tendering for projects ranging from £[value] to £[value].
Strong communication, negotiation, and analytical skills
