Senior Estimator

About the company My client is a multi disciplined civil engineering and utility contractor based in the North West of England. They have offices in Leeds and Manchester and are a family owned business that has been trading for over 150 years. They are one of the oldest most respected civil engineering contractors in the UK and are able to successfully manage and self-deliver civil engineering work packages including reinforced concrete structures, drainage schemes, highway works, public realm, groundworks, hard landscaping, foundation works and underground structures. They are able to design and deliver water, gas and electric connections as part of their Utilities division and have built up a solid reputation over many years in this sector and due to this they have a very healthy pipeline of work. About the role As a Senior Estimator you will be leading the estimating team and preparing bids. You will prepare analytical estimates from first principles and all necessary associated data required to produce work-winning tender bids. You’ll be expected to review tender information to assess workscope, taking off accurate quantities where necessary, compiling comprehensive enquires for subcontractors and other resources, utilising all available tender information to remove ambiguity. This role is to be based out of the Manchester office. You will be bidding on projects in the highways and water sectors. Rewards and Benefits You will be rewarded with a very competitive salary of £70,000 – £80,000 + a company car or car allowance. My Client makes personal development, career progression, and long-term stability a priority. The successful professional will be working for a company that encourages internal promotion and want to see employees progress through the company. You will also be part of a fun and energetic working environment where they are motivated to do well. About the requirements To be considered for this position, you should have experience working as a Senior Estimator for a UK-based major infrastructure contractor. Your work history should be stable, having worked at your previous companies for a number of years. * HND/HNC in Civil Engineering or other technically-related subject * Minimum 5 years’ experience in estimating practice with an understanding of Civil Engineering; especially water, wastewater, highways and groundworks. * Minimum 5 years’ on-site experience within a water/wastewater utility organisation * Excellent skills in estimating software such as Valesco, Causeway, Conquest or Candy. * Proven financial and commercial management skills * Good working knowledge of CESMM, HWMM, SMM7 * Good working knowledge of NEC forms of Contract * This opportunity is a permanent position