Estimator – Civil Engineering & Infrastructure (Water Sector)

The Opportunity

A leading UK civil engineering and infrastructure contractor is looking for an Estimator to join its established team, supporting the delivery of major water and wastewater projects through a long-term alliance framework. Working alongside bid managers, planners, procurement and operational teams, you'll prepare competitive estimates and help secure future work across a range of civil engineering projects, including pipelines, shafts, tunnelling, MEICA, rail civils and groundworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate cost estimates from PQQ, ITT and tender documentation.
• Complete quantity take-offs and review Bills of Quantities.
• Develop risk, opportunity and assumptions registers.
• Collaborate with bid, procurement and delivery teams.
• Present estimates during tender adjudications.
• Support project handovers and provide ongoing estimating support.

Requirements

Essential:

• Estimating and/or operational experience in water, pipelines, shafts, tunnelling, MEICA, rail civils or groundworks.
• Strong understanding of construction methods and resource requirements.
• Experience producing tender build-ups.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and estimating software.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Desirable:

• Chartered Engineer status or equivalent.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Private medical insurance
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible benefits package
• Car allowance/company vehicle (role dependent)
• Ongoing training and career development

Apply today to join a growing infrastructure team delivering essential water and civil engineering projects across the UK.