Hargreaves Industrial Services
Estimator
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Various Locations Throughout the UK
Permanent, Full-Time | Monday to Friday
Salary: £60,000 + Benefits
Closing Date: 6th October 2026
Company Car | Westfield Health | Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) | Christmas Shutdown | Occupational Health Medical*
About the Role
S&B Utilities is seeking a skilled Estimator with experience in financial or business management.
S&B Utilities, a group of companies, is involved in all major engineering sectors. Working in exciting areas such as Ministry of Defence and the regulated water industry. This position will appeal to a driven professional looking to expand their skill base within water industry engineering contracts.
Key Tasks
Manage all aspects of the contract with regards to financial and commercial performance to ensure compliance with industry and company regulations, legislation and policies and procedures. A strong background in water industry projects is preferable with a knowledge of various contractual and commercial options, coupled with a knowledge of industry regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Not limited to:
Estimating & Cost Planning
- Prepare detailed cost estimates for water and civil engineering projects, including labour, plant, materials, subcontractor services, and overheads.
- Analyse engineering drawings, specifications, and tender documents to identify project requirements and risks.
- Produce bills of quantities, take-offs, and cost schedules using industry-standard methodologies.
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Programme Build and Maintenance/Updates
- Develop initial tender-stage programmes, sequencing works efficiently using planning tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera P6, Asta Powerproject).
- Ensure programmes align with cost assumptions, methodology, and commercial strategy.
- Provide construction sequencing diagrams, phasing plans, or high-level methodologies where required for tenders.
Tendering & Bid Management
- Lead estimating input for tender submissions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with client requirements.
- Contribute to tender review meetings, risk workshops, and value engineering sessions.
- Support the creation of technical and commercial submission documents.
Cost Review & Risk Management
- Contribute to the preparation of technical and commercial submissions, including method statements and project delivery strategies.
- Identify potential risks, opportunities, and assumptions within bids and document them clearly.
- Support project teams with cost analysis during project mobilisation and delivery.
Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
- Work with engineering, planning, procurement, and commercial teams to ensure integrated and accurate estimates.
- Attend site visits to gather information for estimates and assess project constraints.
- Build strong working relationships with clients, suppliers, and subcontractor networks.
Candidate Requirements
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- Commercially qualified with a financial or business management background (2yrs experience)
- Strong understanding of water utility infrastructure (clean water, wastewater, pipelines, pumping stations, treatment works).
- Experience producing tender-stage programmes and understanding construction sequencing.
- Competent in planning software (MS Project, P6).
- Proficiency with MS Office - particularly Excel
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings and designs.
- Full UK Driving license
- Analytical thinker with excellent attention to detail.
- Strong communicator and able to work under pressure to tight deadlines.
Desirable
- HNC/HND or degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related fields.
- Knowledge of NEC, JCT, FIDIC, or similar contract forms preferred but not essential
- Experience working on UK water frameworks (e.g., Yorkshire Water, United Utilities, Severn Trent).
- CSCS card (or willingness to obtain).
Why Join S&B Utilities?
S&B Utilities is dedicated to delivering innovative and sustainable civil services across the water industry. Our expertise spans:
- MEICA (Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Control, and Automation)
- Building Maintenance
- Fabrication
- Tankering
We foster a collaborative and dynamic working environment where professional growth and development are encouraged. If you are seeking a challenging yet rewarding career, we invite you to apply.
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