Senior Estimator

Senior Estimator – Groundworks / RC Frames / Civil Engineering Essex / Hertfordshire Borders £85,000 - £110,000 + Package + Bonus We are working with a leading groundworks, RC frame and civil engineering contractor who are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Estimator to strengthen their pre-construction division due to continued growth and an increasing pipeline of negotiated and tendered work. This is a key appointment within a highly established contractor delivering large-scale residential, mixed-use and infrastructure schemes across London and the South East. With turnover approaching £100m and ambitious plans to grow further over the next financial year, the business is investing heavily into its pre-construction team and is looking for commercially astute estimators capable of pricing complex groundwork and infrastructure packages. The Senior Estimator’s Role As a Senior Estimator, you will play a leading role within the pre-construction team, working closely with the Pre-Construction Director, Planners, Commercial teams and Operational delivery staff. Projects typically include: Groundworks packages RC frame developments Roads & drainage Residential infrastructure Basements Large-scale mixed-use schemes External works and enabling works packages Responsibilities will include: Leading complex tender submissions from enquiry through to submission Preparing detailed cost estimates and pricing strategies Measuring and pricing groundwork, drainage and infrastructure packages Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documentation Managing subcontractor and supplier enquiries Value engineering and buildability input Supporting negotiations with clients and consultants Assisting in work-winning strategy and pipeline growth Mentoring junior estimators within the team Working closely with commercial and operational departments during project handover The Senior Estimator To be considered, you should have: Proven experience as a Senior Estimator within groundworks, RC frames or civil engineering Strong technical understanding of drainage, roads, earthworks and infrastructure Ability to independently price large-scale groundwork packages Experience on residential and mixed-use developments Strong commercial and contractual awareness Ability to manage multiple tenders simultaneously Good communication and leadership skills Experience mentoring or supporting junior staff Ideally live within commuting distance of the office Candidates from major groundwork contractors, concrete frame specialists and civil engineering subcontractors are all encouraged to apply. In Return? £85,000 - £110,000 salary depending on experience Annual bonus potential Employee-focused business with long-term stability Health insurance Additional holidays linked to service On-site gym and wellness facilities Social events and team activities Strong pipeline of secured work Genuine progression opportunities within pre-construction leadership If you are a Senior Estimator considering your career opportunities, please contact Ref: #SeniorEstimator #EstimatorJobs #Groundworks #RCFrames #CivilEngineering #PreConstruction #ConcreteFrames #GroundworksEstimator #SeniorEstimatorJobs #ConstructionJobs