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...

Senior Estimator - General Contracting West Yorkshire - 65,000 - 80,000 per annum + benefits package About the Company We are a well-established and forward-thinking construction firm operating across the commercial, industrial, and education sectors. With a reputation for delivering high-quality projects on time and within budget, we pride ourselves on collaboration, innovation, and professional growth within a supportive team environment. The Role We are seeking a Senior Estimator to join our team and lead the estimation process for a variety of general contracting projects. This is a hands-on role where you will be responsible for providing accurate, competitive, and commercially sound estimates, supporting the pre-construction team, and contributing to successful project wins. As Senior Estimator - General Contracting, you will be responsible for: Preparing detailed and accurate cost estimates for commercial, industrial, and educational projects Analysing tender...

Senior Estimator / Cost Planner Warrington - 65,000 - 80,000 + Package The Opportunity We are partnering with a well-established and expanding 40m turnover Developer / Contractor to recruit a Senior Estimator / Cost Planner to join their Warrington-based team. With a strong and growing pipeline, this is a key appointment within the Pre-Construction function, offering the opportunity to take ownership of projects and play a pivotal role in shaping early-stage development decisions. The Role As a Senior Estimator, you will lead on cost planning and estimating activities from initial land appraisal through to tender stage, ensuring accuracy, commercial viability, and alignment with project objectives. Key Responsibilities Lead preparation of cost appraisals for new land opportunities Undertake detailed take-offs and produce comprehensive cost plans and feasibility studies Analyse drawings and specifications to develop accurate and competitive estimates Manage and...

Senior Estimator - Lancashire, UK 70,000 - 80,000 per annum + package About the Role We are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join a busy and forward-thinking construction business. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing detailed cost estimates for a range of projects including industrial units, offices, residential developments, and refurbishment schemes up to 20 million. This role requires someone with strong commercial acumen, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines. Knowledge and experience of Causeway software is essential. Key Responsibilities Prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates for industrial, commercial, residential, and refurbishment projects . Review tender documentation, drawings, and specifications to ensure comprehensive understanding of project requirements. Liaise with subcontractors, suppliers, and project managers to obtain quotes and confirm pricing....

Senior Estimator Location: Walverhampton Are you an experienced senior construction estimator ready to step into a key commercial role and lead accurate, competitive cost estimating across diverse projects? We're looking for a proactive Senior Estimator to join a values-driven team where your expertise will be recognised, supported, and developed. You'll play a central role in the pre-construction and bidding process , responsible for producing robust cost estimates, coordinating tender activity, and supporting strategic decision-making. This is a senior position where leadership and commercial awareness are critical - and where your input directly helps shape successful bid submissions. You'll be joining a culture that champions career development, diversity, inclusion and work/life balance . Whether you're building on long experience or looking to grow further, you'll have opportunities to learn, contribute, and be part of a supportive community. What You'll Do...

Senior Estimator - Civil Engineering / Utilities Infrastructure Location: North West (Hybrid) Salary: Competitive + Package Overview A leading civil engineering and utility services contractor with a long-standing presence in the North West is seeking a Senior Estimator to support continued growth across major infrastructure frameworks. The business is delivering a strong pipeline of work across utilities, highways, and aviation infrastructure, working with key clients including major water authorities, local authorities, and transport hubs. With consistent year-on-year growth, this role offers long-term progression within a stable and expanding organisation. Role Summary The Senior Estimator will play a key role in securing new business by producing accurate, competitive, and commercially sound tenders across civil engineering and utility projects. You will be responsible for managing the full estimating lifecycle, working closely with internal teams, supply...

We are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join a well-established infrastructure contractor. The role focuses on estimating works delivered through long-term, regulated frameworks, primarily within the transport and public infrastructure sectors. This is a traditional estimating role, producing accurate, competitive tenders for repeat and negotiated works, as well as competitively tendered projects, within a framework-led environment. Key Responsibilities Prepare detailed and competitive cost estimates for civil engineering projects Interpret drawings, specifications and scope documents to produce accurate take-offs Develop pricing from first principles, supply chain quotations and historical cost data Price works typically associated with infrastructure, maintenance and renewal programmes Identify commercial and contractual risks and opportunities within tenders Support tender strategy, bid submissions and internal reviews Work closely with delivery,...

Role: Senior Estimator/Estimator Location: Greater Manchester Salary: Very Competitive - Neg depending on experience permanent position The role Search are working with a large and forward-thinking construction company who are recruiting for a Senior Estimator or experienced Estimator to join the established team from the North West office. We are looking for candidate who come from a Tier 1, tier 2, or main contracting background. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established and high reputable company who work on both large and small projects within all sectors of construction Depending on your experience my client will offer a exceptional salary, career progression, and a secure permanent position This is an exciting opportunity for a hardworking individual who is looking to take the next step in their career, given the opportunity to progress and take the lead with more junior members of the team depending on your own experience. Responsibilities:...

Part of the VolkerWessels UK Group, VolkerStevin is an industry-leading civil engineering business, providing complex and innovative engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors including maritime, flood risk management, defence, energy, water and regeneration. Collaborating with, and drawing on the specialist skills of the group's business units we deliver a truly integrated, multidisciplinary service. Senior Estimators VolkerStevin are hiring! Are you looking for your next challenge? We have an a large order book of projects and busy in the work winning department tendering. We would also consider an Estimator who is ready for the step up in to Senior Estimating and looking to progress your career with a fantastic award winning company. The role of the Estimating Function is to produce a comprehensive and competent price for an agreed Scope of Work for review and approval by Senior Management, in accordance with company process and procedures. To contribute...

Senior Construction Estimator Wolverhampton - 60,000 - 75,000 per annum + Car Allowance (DOE) About the Company A well-established principal contractor delivering residential, commercial, industrial, and public-sector projects across the Midlands and Wales. The business wins work through accurate first-principles pricing, careful pre-construction planning, and strong supply chain relationships , rather than competing solely on lowest price. With a strong pipeline of secured and upcoming projects, the team is looking to strengthen the pre-construction function with an estimator who can make a meaningful impact on tender strategy and delivery. The Role This is an exciting opportunity for either: An experienced Senior Estimator seeking a stable and flexible environment, or A capable Estimator ready to step up into a more senior role . You will work closely with directors, the commercial team, and project delivery teams to prepare competitive tenders from...

Senior Construction Estimator Wirral, Merseyside - 60,000 - 75,000 per annum + Car Allowance (DOE) About the Company A well-established principal contractor delivering residential, commercial, industrial, and public-sector projects across the North West and Wales. The business wins work through accurate first-principles pricing, careful pre-construction planning, and strong supply chain relationships , rather than competing solely on lowest price. With a strong pipeline of secured and upcoming projects, the team is looking to strengthen the pre-construction function with an estimator who can make a meaningful impact on tender strategy and delivery. The Role This is an exciting opportunity for either: An experienced Senior Estimator seeking a stable and flexible environment, or A capable Estimator ready to step up into a more senior role . You will work closely with directors, the commercial team, and project delivery teams to prepare competitive tenders...

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...

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...

Estimator / Pre-Construction Lead 60,000 - 65,000 + Package + Performance Bonus Warrington Historic Buildings Structural Repairs Concrete Remediation A well-established and growing specialist contractor in the North West is looking to appoint an Estimator / Pre-Construction Lead due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured and upcoming projects. This business specialises in complex structural remedial works, concrete repairs, and masonry restoration, delivering technically challenging schemes across heritage, listed, and commercial buildings. This is a genuine opportunity to step into a senior role where you can influence direction, contribute to strategic growth, and play a key part in work-winning activity. The Opportunity This role would suit either: A Senior Estimator with strong work-winning experience looking to play a bigger strategic role OR A technically strong Estimator ready to step up into a leadership-focused pre-construction...

Estimator Salary: 50k - 60k DOE Monday-Friday, 8:30am - 5pm 33 days' holiday inclusive of bank holidays, company pension, Private Medical Insurance, Life Assurance Scheme About the Role As an Estimator, you will be responsible for compiling accurate, compliant and competitive tenders for ongoing projects. Working closely with the Senior Estimator, commercial teams, procurement and business development, you will support the full tender lifecycle from PQQ and ITT stage through to project handover. Key Responsibilities Create, manage and monitor budgets for tenders, pitches and proposals Prepare estimates for PQQs, ITTs, pitches and proposals in collaboration with marketing and business development teams Compile competitive and compliant tenders within agreed deadlines Undertake pre-handover budget preparation and guided value engineering exercises Input post-handover budgets and data onto internal systems accurately Track and manage tender...

A foundation and engineering company is seeking a talented Senior Design & Estimating Engineer to join their team. This role offers a diverse range of responsibilities across piling, foundations, and ground improvement techniques, ensuring compliance with company processes and alignment with business objectives. Key Responsibilities: Provide design and estimating expertise for bearing piles, tension piles, laterally loaded piles, and embedded retaining walls, including driven piles, cast in-situ piles, mini/restricted access piles, and ground improvement methods. Collaborate with project teams to develop safe, cost-effective engineering solutions that meet client requirements, while adhering to technical, health, safety, and environmental standards. Offer technical support on complex projects at both pre-construction and operational stages. Liaise with external approving authorities and engineers as required. Mentor and support less experienced team members. Build...

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 •...

Intermediate Estimator - Location: Lancashire, UK 45,000 - 55,000 per annum + package About the Role We are seeking an Intermediate Estimator to join a busy and forward-thinking construction business delivering industrial, commercial, residential, and refurbishment projects up to 20 million. The successful candidate will assist in preparing accurate and competitive estimates, supporting the senior estimating team, and contributing to bid submissions. Causeway software experience is essential. Key Responsibilities Assist in preparing cost estimates for industrial, commercial, residential, and refurbishment projects . Review drawings, specifications, and tender documents to understand project requirements. Obtain and evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotes. Maintain estimating databases and standard rates, including labour, plant, and materials. Support the production of tender submissions, bills of quantities, and cost reports. Collaborate with...

Quantity Surveyor / Estimator - Fit-Out & Joinery Projects Skelmersdale, North West - Salary: 40,000- 45,000 per annum + package Your new company: A well-established and growing main contractor and specialist subcontractor delivering high-quality joinery, fit-out, and refurbishment projects across the North West and nationally. With a strong reputation for craftsmanship and project delivery, the business works across both commercial and residential sectors on projects up to 2million. The company offers a collaborative working environment with a strong pipeline of work and continued growth plans. Your new role: Our client is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor / Estimator to join their commercial team. This is a dual-role position combining estimating and surveying responsibilities, giving you full project lifecycle involvement from tender stage through to final account. You will play a key role in pricing work, managing costs, and ensuring commercial success...