Senior Estimator – Utilities (Water Bias)
West MidlandsFull-time | PermanentUp to £85,000 per annum + package (DOE)
The Opportunity
An established and growing infrastructure and utilities contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Estimator to support a strong pipeline of framework and project work across the West Midlands.
This is a key position within a close-knit pre‑construction team, offering direct day‑to‑day interaction with senior leadership, real influence over bid strategy and a clear route for progression.
The role is design‑led and solution‑focused, so it will suit someone with a strong background in the water sector (with an appreciation of associated electrical / MEICA elements) who is comfortable building estimates from first principles and developing methodologies — rather than purely pricing from historic rates.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare accurate, comprehensive and timely estimates and tender submissions for utility infrastructure projects.
- Build estimates from first principles using industry estimating software (e.g. Candy or equivalent) in line with internal cost libraries.
- Review drawings, specifications and client requirements to develop buildable and commercially viable solutions.
- Produce and maintain accurate quantities from available information to ensure robust project launch.
- Support design-and-build tenders, developing outline / draft design proposals where required.
- Evaluate project scope, risk and pricing strategy across multiple concurrent tenders.
- Obtain, analyse and level subcontractor and supplier quotations.
- Identify value engineering opportunities and alternative construction methodologies.
- Lead tender handover into delivery teams, preparing clear and structured handover documentation.
- Work closely with operational, commercial and senior management teams to shape bid strategy.
Experience Required
- Proven experience in an Estimator / Senior Estimator role within the utilities sector, with a strong water bias.
- Demonstrable experience producing accurate first-principles estimates.
- Experience quantifying from drawings and technical information.
- Background in design-and-build tenders and developing cost-effective solutions.
- Good understanding of electrical / MEICA interfaces within utility schemes.
- Experience working in a framework / programme-driven environment with multiple tender deadlines.
Personal Attributes
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Strong commercial awareness
- Analytical with a proactive, solutions-focused approach
- Ability to take ownership of tenders from initial review through to handover
- Confident communicator, comfortable liaising with senior stakeholders
- Collaborative team player in a fast‑paced environment
Qualifications
- HNC / HND / Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction, Quantity Surveying or a related disciplineor
- Equivalent industry experience in a professional estimating role
Professional membership (or working towards) is desirable but not essential.
Whats on Offer
- Salary up to £85,000 per annum depending on experience
- Clear and genuine progression within a growing business
- Direct exposure to directors and involvement in business-critical bids
- Varied, technically interesting utility infrastructure projects
- Supportive, agile and highly collaborative working environment
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