Senior Estimator

Hyreus is currently recruiting an experienced Senior Estimator for an exciting opportunity based in Cumbria with a leading Tier One civil engineering contractor operating within the power and nuclear sectors. The successful candidate will play a key role in the preparation and management of tenders and estimates for major civil engineering and infrastructure projects.

Working closely with commercial, engineering, procurement, planning and operational teams, you will develop competitive and commercially robust bids, ensuring costs, risks and project requirements are accurately assessed from initial tender enquiry through to final submission.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced estimating professional to take on a senior position within a complex infrastructure environment, contributing to the successful delivery of significant projects across the power and nuclear sectors. Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of detailed cost estimates and tender submissions for major civil engineering and infrastructure projects.
• Review tender documentation, drawings, specifications and scope requirements to develop accurate and competitive estimates.
• Prepare detailed cost build-ups covering labour, plant, materials, subcontractors, temporary works and project preliminaries.
• Obtain, review and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations to ensure competitive and commercially sound pricing.
• Work collaboratively with bid managers, commercial teams, planners, engineers and procurement colleagues to develop effective tender strategies.
• Assess construction methodologies, programme requirements and resource needs to ensure estimates reflect practical delivery considerations.
• Identify and evaluate commercial risks, opportunities, assumptions, exclusions and qualifications within tender submissions.
• Support value engineering initiatives and identify opportunities to optimise costs without compromising quality, safety or technical requirements.
• Prepare tender pricing documentation, cost reports and supporting information in line with client requirements and internal governance procedures.
• Participate in tender reviews, bid meetings, settlement meetings and post-tender clarification discussions.
• Liaise with clients, suppliers, subcontractors and other stakeholders to resolve pricing queries and obtain further information.
• Maintain accurate estimating records, cost databases and historical project information to support future tendering activities.
• Provide commercial and technical input into procurement decisions and supply chain assessments.
• Support the handover of successful tenders to project delivery teams, ensuring estimates, assumptions and commercial risks are clearly communicated.
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