Streamline Search
Senior Estimator
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Location: Doncaster, South Yorkshire
Company Salary: £50,000 - £85,000 per annum
Senior Estimator – Position Overview
Our client, a well-established Civil Engineering and Rail Construction company, is seeking to recruit a Senior Estimator to join their team.
We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented professional with a strong background in civil engineering and rail infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates, analysing project requirements, and supporting the tendering process across a range of infrastructure works.
Senior Estimator – Position Remuneration
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Collaborative and supportive working environment
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for civil engineering and rail construction projects
- Analyse drawings, specifications, and documentation to determine time, cost, materials, and labour requirements
- Assess project risks and opportunities and incorporate them into pricing strategies
- Liaise with engineers, project managers, suppliers, and subcontractors to gather key information
- Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations
- Prepare tender submissions, including Bills of Quantities (BoQs) and pricing schedules
- Monitor and review costs throughout the tender stage
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, materials, and pricing
- Support value engineering and cost-saving initiatives
- Ensure compliance with relevant standards, regulations, and client requirements
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Senior Estimator – Position Requirements
- Degree or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
- Proven experience as an Estimator within civil engineering and/or rail infrastructure projects
- Strong understanding of construction methods, contracts, and cost structures
- Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Office Suite
- Excellent analytical and numerical skills
- Strong attention to detail and organisational abilities
- Effective communication and negotiation skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
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