Are you a commercially sharp MEP Estimator (Mechanical Bias) with a track record of delivering high-stakes bids in the Rail, Commercial or Industrial sectors? Do you thrive on the challenge of taking a project from ITT through to final governance? Our business works together to achieve excellent outcomes in complex infrastructure engineering. We are looking for a motivated Senior Building Services Estimator to join our Preconstruction team and help us build accurate, competitive, and innovative cost solutions for a future-ready built environment. The Role As a Building Services Estimator, you will be the commercial engine behind our bids. Reporting to the Preconstruction Manager , you will be responsible for compiling comprehensive Mechanical and Electrical proposals that account for logistics, constructability, and site-specific risk factors. Key Responsibilities: Cradle-to-Grave Estimating: Take full ownership of bids from ITT through to final...

I'm working with a well-established specialist civil engineering contractor delivering complex infrastructure, public realm and urban environment projects across London and the South East. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured work, they are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Estimator to join their preconstruction team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business with a strong reputation for delivering technically challenging schemes across highways, structures, rail interfaces, landscaping, utilities and city infrastructure works. The Role As Senior Estimator, you'll play a key role in leading and coordinating competitive tenders from initial enquiry through to final submission. You'll work closely with operational, commercial and design teams to develop accurate, commercially viable and winning bids. Key responsibilities include: Leading the estimating process on civil engineering and infrastructure tenders Reviewing drawings,...

Job Role: Senior Civil Estimator Location: Remote (UK) with occasional site visits Salary: 60- 65ph About the Role: An established engineering and environmental consultancy is looking to appoint a Senior Civil Estimator to strengthen and develop its estimating capability in line with continued growth across major infrastructure and water sector projects. This role will focus on supporting long-term framework opportunities across leading UK utilities, delivering Design & Build and Asset Health projects, as well as contributing to future industrial water opportunities. Predominantly remote, the position offers flexibility while also providing the opportunity to visit project sites when required. You will play a key role in enhancing the resilience, capability, and performance of the estimating function. As a Senior Civil Estimator, you will bring both technical and commercial expertise, helping shape project scope, programmes, and cost solutions that are sustainable,...

Senior Electrical Estimator London Tier 1 M&E Contractor 110,000 + Package A leading Tier 1 M&E contractor is looking to bring in a Senior Electrical Estimator to support a strong pipeline of secured and upcoming projects across London. This role sits within an established pre-construction team and will play a key part in winning and shaping major schemes. The Role You'll take ownership of electrical tenders from initial enquiry through to final submission, working closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to produce accurate, competitive bids. What You'll Be Doing Leading electrical estimating on high-value M&E tenders Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documents Producing detailed take-offs and cost plans Managing the full bid lifecycle through to submission Engaging with the supply chain to obtain competitive pricing Identifying risks, gaps and value engineering opportunities Supporting project teams during...

Senior Estimator - Civil Engineering & Rail Our client, a Large prestigious main contractor are currently recruiting for a 2 Senior Estimators to work on a number of civil engineering frameworks within rail & highways. Location: Warrington Remuneration: 60,000 - 80,000 per annum plus car / car allowance & benefits The Role: - Ensure all tender correspondence is recorded and logged - Review contents of tender documentation and provide feasibility advice - Co-ordinate the tender preparation documents submitted by other departments, ensuring that they adequately address the client's requirements - Ensure 'estimates for work' take adequate account of applicable legislation and recognised industry standards on health, safety, quality and environment - Prepare all necessary information on the technical and commercial aspects for submission. Identify potential opportunity / risk and evaluate options Prepare bills of quantities / schedule of rates for tender...

Estimator - Civil Engineering / Rail - Birmingham Our client, an award winning main contractor are currently recruiting for an Estimator to work on civil engineering frameworks within rail. Location: Birmingham Remuneration: 50,000 - 80,000 per annum plus car / car allowance & benefits The Role: - Ensure all tender correspondence is recorded and logged - Review contents of tender documentation and provide feasibility advice - Co-ordinate the tender preparation documents submitted by other departments, ensuring that they adequately address the client's requirements - Ensure 'estimates for work' take adequate account of applicable legislation and recognised industry standards on health, safety, quality and environment - Prepare all necessary information on the technical and commercial aspects for submission. Identify potential opportunity / risk and evaluate options Prepare bills of quantities / schedule of rates for tender applications and...

Bid Estimator 60K- 70K per annum Leicestershire area Position Overview Reporting to the Project Manager or Head of Operations, this role involves leading the technical preparation, costing, and development of commercially competitive proposals and quotations for Mechanical, Electrical, and Automation projects of diverse scale and complexity, ensuring compliance with current legislation and internal processes. You will spearhead the pre-contract engineering activities, collaborating closely with Sales, Design, Procurement, and Project Delivery teams to define accurate project scopes, establish reliable cost models, and ensure a seamless handover from bidding stage to project execution. Candidate Profile Ideal candidates will have a solid engineering foundation in mechanical, electrical, or automation systems. This role is suitable for experienced Project Engineers, Design Engineers, or Senior Site Engineers aiming to shift into a pre-construction,...

Position: Quantity Surveyor/Estimator Permanent Location: East Midlands Start Date: ASAP Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours a week 1 day working from home This is a commercial role combining Quantity Surveying and Estimating within a construction environment. The position involves both tendering for new work and managing the commercial performance of live projects, ensuring cost control, contract compliance, and profitability throughout the project lifecycle. Overview You will be responsible for managing projects from initial tender stage through to final account, covering both pre-contract estimating and post-contract commercial management. The role requires strong Quantity Surveying capability, with estimating forming part of the wider workload. Key Responsibilities Estimating (Pre-Contract) Manage tender enquiries and support bid/no-bid decisions Review drawings, specifications, and tender documentation to define scope Request and clarify missing...

Working here isn t just a job. You can advance your career at Avove, and we ll reward you with a range of benefits that recognise great work. We provide full training and continuous development to help you reach your potential. We strive to create an inclusive working environment where everyone can be themselves. Join us and take the next step towards a fulfilling career. About the role We have been awarded a major multi-million-pound design and build framework agreement with Northumbrian Water Group (NWG) as part of NWG s Asset Management Period 8 (AMP8) £3.6 billion investment programme. As we embark on this exciting 12-year design and build framework, we are looking for an Estimator to join the Commercial Team. This is a full-time permanent role, based in the North East from our Durham office. This role is hybrid and will involve a mix of office and homeworking. A full valid driving license is a pre-requisite for this role. What will your day look like •...

Location: Crawley, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. Our work is organised into two portfolios that guide strategic growth in Secure Communication and Protection. The Land Communications team focuses on tactical radio and electronic countermeasures for UK and global markets. Our Security and Naval Communications team draws on over 100 years of partnership with the Royal Navy, delivering an evolving portfolio of integrated voice and data systems that support resilient, mission‑ready communication.  We are looking for a Senior Principal Systems Engineer to lead the delivery of...

Location: Reading, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. Senior Electronics Engineer Reading - Hybrid Working Thales OME designs a range of state-of-the-art solutions for some of the most technically advanced defence and security platforms in the world, and we’re seeking talented engineers who can apply their knowledge and skills in an electronics role. We have over 100 years’ experience in design and manufacture of state-of-the-art Periscopes and Optronics and have led Optronics innovation on a global scale, by combining world-leading expertise from across the Thales group....

Location: Templecombe, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. Under Water Systems (UWS) Our purpose is to be the leading provider of underwater sensors and decision superiority, helping navies across the world keep our friends, families and all of us safe. We cover four sectors: Mine Counter Measures, Anti-Submarine warfare, Services and Future Capabilities. Primary Purpose of the Role: The Communications and Acoustic Products (CAP) team support the development and maintenance of RF communications systems and products including antennas, processing and distribution equipment,...

Senior Systems Engineer - Hampshire Area Salary: Competitive (DOE) Permanent An innovative engineering organisation at the forefront of advanced maritime and subsea technology is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to join its high-performing custom projects team. This is a unique opportunity to work on complex, bespoke systems designed for some of the most challenging environments on the planet. The organisation has a long-standing reputation for engineering excellence and continues to push the boundaries of what's possible through innovation and collaboration. The Role As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will provide technical leadership across the full project lifecycle - from early concept and requirements definition through to system integration, validation, and customer delivery. Working closely with Project Managers, Engineers, and multidisciplinary technical teams, you will play a key role in delivering high-performance systems that meet demanding technical...

My client is an engineering design consultancy working closely with a wide range of clients, across a number of disciplines within the UK rail and utilities industries. Full time role from the Manchester Office with occasional site visits for which travel expenses will be paid. Hybrid working possible when required provided agreed in advance. Can be contract (outside IR35) or permanent role. LOOKING AT SENIOR AND PRINCIPAL LEVEL Responsibilities: Provide design deliverables that satisfy safety and quality requirements. Produce design calculations and drawings for the water industry Direct and develop CAD technicians and more junior designers and graduates. Direct, prepare scopes for and check output of subcontract electrical design teams Liaise with equipment suppliers and manufacturers Prepare design investigations, reports and specifications. Design in compliance with relevant technical, professional and group standards. Ensure project change for design...

ROLE TITLE Section Engineer - Major construction, Civils, Earthworks. REPORTS TO Sub Agent ACCOUNTABILITIES General Support the senior project team in the overall implementation of the engineering strategy and framework for the designated project; The provision of sketches detailing the setting out information installed Maintain and use a variety survey equipment Assist Sub Agent in management of materials, plant and labour Understand subcontractor attendances for the works and report when there is variation. Assist Sub Agent in providing concise and accurate feedback on project performance against estimate to the estimating function (where required); Understand and help prepare QA documentation such as ITPs and associated check sheets for the works as required. Recording of site events in diaries, photos, records Works to Weekly Programme and knows upcoming targets Health Safety & Environmental Produces Method Statements and Risk Assessments Prepares and...

Location: Cheadle, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. Under Water Systems (UWS) Our purpose is to be the leading provider of underwater sensors and decision superiority, helping navies across the world keep our friends, families and all of us safe. We cover four sectors: Mine Counter Measures, Anti-Submarine warfare, Services and Future Capabilities. Primary Purpose of the Role: To manage the Systems Engineering Process to company and international standards for defined packages of work.  To provide line management and technical leadership to Systems Engineers. The...

A leading international engineering and construction contractor is seeking an experienced Estimating Manager to join its UK business. This is an opportunity to play a key role in the delivery of major infrastructure and geotechnical projects across the UK, working within a highly respected technical and operational environment. The successful candidate will lead estimating activities across complex tenders, manage estimating teams, and work closely with operational, commercial, and technical stakeholders to develop winning bid strategies. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the estimating function for major infrastructure and geotechnical projects. Prepare and oversee detailed cost estimates, pricing strategies, and tender submissions. Coordinate multidisciplinary estimating teams to ensure timely and accurate bid delivery. Review project risks, methodologies, programmes, and commercial opportunities. Liaise with clients, supply chain partners, and internal delivery...

Cost Estimator Leicester £30 000 The Benefits Supporting a highly experienced sales engineer in the field with required proposals. Chance to join a growing business with an ambitious owner. The opportunity to work for a company with over 50 years expertise in their sector. A client with an immediate need who is ready to hire someone straight away. Being mentored directly by the Managing Director who has built several businesses. The Candidate Forthis Cost Estimator role, we are looking for a candidate with: The ability to put together well written proposals. A commercial nous with the ability to cost equipment. A team player who can fit well into a close-knit team Someone who can work well at speed with tight deadlines on proposals required. Someone local to the Leicester area with the role being office based. The Role The Cost Estimator will support the external sales engineer by producing proposals documents for enquiries he is...

Location: Templecombe, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. Under Water Systems (UWS) Our purpose is to be the leading provider of underwater sensors and decision superiority, helping navies across the world keep our friends, families and all of us safe. We cover four sectors: Mine Counter Measures, Anti-Submarine warfare, Services and Future Capabilities. Primary Purpose of the Role: To manage the Systems Engineering Process to company and international standards for defined packages of work.  To provide line management and technical leadership to Systems Engineers....

Project Engineer - Marine & Defence South Shields Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits We are currently recruiting for an experienced and motivated Project Engineer to join a busy marine and defence engineering environment supporting projects across Royal Navy vessels. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong background in marine, mechanical, or electrical engineering who enjoys managing technical project delivery within a fast-paced engineering setting. The successful candidate will play a key role in the planning, coordination, and implementation of engineering upgrades and modifications, working closely with internal departments, OEMs, contractors, and MOD stakeholders to deliver high-quality engineering solutions. Role Responsibilities Develop, review, and prioritise technical scopes of work in collaboration with suppliers, OEMs, contractors, and customers. Support and oversee engineering upgrades and vessel modifications. Lead technical...