Senior Civil Estimator: Lead Tenders & Mentoring

Careys Group; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 100,000 - GBP 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering company based in Milton Keynes is seeking a Senior Estimator to join their Work-Winning team. This position involves reviewing tenders, providing estimations for large projects, and mentoring junior staff. Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years' experience in related fields and a strong understanding of measurement methods. Benefits include 26 days holiday plus bank holidays, private healthcare, a car allowance, and a supportive working environment.

Benefits

26 days holiday plus bank holidays

Private Healthcare

Car Allowance

Company Pension

Volunteering Days

Health Care Cashplan

Cycle to work scheme

Car Leasing Scheme

Discounted Gym Membership

Life Assurance

Buy/sell holidays

Other discounts and Cashback plans

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in estimating for civil engineering projects.
• Strong understanding of measurement methods like SMM7.
• Proven track record in estimating multimillion-pound packages.

Responsibilities

• Review incoming tenders and identify risks and opportunities.
• Lead and mentor Estimators and Assistant Estimators.
• Prepare accurate first-principles estimates and budgets.
• Complete quantity take-offs and produce bills of quantities.
• Analyse subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Attend client meetings and support bid negotiations.

Skills

Groundworks

Earthworks

Drainage

RC frames

Commercial awareness

Numerical ability

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Proactive approach

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Degree in QS

Degree in Construction Management

Tools

Bluebeam

ACC Take Off Tool

Candy or similar estimating software

Job description

A leading civil engineering company based in Milton Keynes is seeking a Senior Estimator to join their Work-Winning team. This position involves reviewing tenders, providing estimations for large projects, and mentoring junior staff. Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years' experience in related fields and a strong understanding of measurement methods. Benefits include 26 days holiday plus bank holidays, private healthcare, a car allowance, and a supportive working environment.