Senior Estimator

Description We’re looking for an experienced Senior Estimator to join our collaborative Work-Winning team and play a key role in shaping major civil engineering and infrastructure projects. Reporting to the Pre-Construction Director, you’ll produce high‑quality estimates, mentor colleagues, and support the delivery of Careys’ 5‑year Strategic Plan. What you will be doing: Review incoming tenders, identifying risks, opportunities and value engineering options Lead, coach and develop Estimators and Assistant Estimators Prepare accurate first‑principles estimates and budgets Complete and review quantity take-offs using Bluebeam or ACC Take Off Tool Produce bills of quantities and review rates Analyse subcontractor and supplier quotations Assess project risks and opportunities Contribute to tender reports, mid-bid meetings and adjudications Attend client meetings and support bid negotiations What you will bring: 5+ years’ experience across groundworks, earthworks, drainage, RC frames or similar Proven track record estimating multimillion‑pound packages Strong understanding of measurement methods (e.g., SMM7) Confident using electronic measurement tools (Bluebeam/ACC Take Off Tool) Excellent commercial awareness and numerical ability Strong organisation, communication and problem‑solving skills A collaborative, supportive and proactive approach Preferable but not essential: Degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying or Construction Management Experience with Candy or similar estimating software Benefits: 26 days holiday plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Car Allowance  Company Pension Volunteering Days - With Careys Foundation   - or other organisations that are important to you Health Care Cashplan Cycle to work scheme Car Leasing Scheme Discounted Gym Membership Life Assurance Buy/sell holidays Other discounts and Cashback plans