Estimator

Estimator – Civil Engineering / Infrastructure Location: West Manchester area Salary: £40,000 – £57,000 + Car Allowance + Benefits The Opportunity Are you an experienced Estimator with a background in civil engineering, groundworks or infrastructure?

Are you looking for an opportunity to join an established construction business working on a varied portfolio of specialist infrastructure projects? We are working with a well-established civil engineering contractor who is looking to recruit an experienced Estimator to join their team.

The business delivers a range of specialist civil engineering and infrastructure projects, and this is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys taking ownership of the full tendering process, from initial enquiry through to final submission.

You will play an important role in securing new projects, producing competitive tenders and supporting the continued growth of the business. The RoleYou will take responsibility for managing and preparing tenders from initial enquiry through to submission, ensuring estimates are accurate, competitive and commercially sound.

Your responsibilities will include

Reviewing and assessing tender documentation and Invitations to Tender (ITTs). Preparing detailed cost estimates for civil engineering works, including earthworks, groundworks, drainage, reinforced concrete foundations, access roads, ducting and temporary works.

Estimating infrastructure installation packages, including trenching, ducting, cable installation and associated temporary works. Producing detailed estimates from first principles. Obtaining, reviewing and comparing quotations from suppliers and specialist subcontractors.

Preparing tender programmes, plans, drawings and supporting submission documentation. Coordinating tender queries, clarifications and commercial reviews. Liaising with Contracts Managers and other departments to ensure tenders are fully reviewed before submission.

Managing tender deadlines, ensuring all bid documentation is accurately compiled and professionally presented. Arranging and attending site visits and client meetings where required. Following up submitted tenders, obtaining client feedback and identifying opportunities for future work.

Building and maintaining relationships with clients, suppliers and subcontractors. About You You will ideally have: A minimum of 5 years' experience in an Estimating role within civil engineering, construction or infrastructure.

Experience estimating groundworks, infrastructure or heavy civils packages. Ideally, exposure to utilities, power or infrastructure projects. The a...

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