Estimator

Description:

Estimator
Location: Cornwall 
Salary: £60k + £5400 car allowance

The Opportunity

An established civil engineering contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Estimator to join their pre-construction team, supporting the delivery of a long-term water infrastructure framework across Cornwall and Devon.

Working on a varied portfolio of projects ranging from £50k to £5m, you'll be involved in pricing and securing a wide range of infrastructure schemes including:

Pipelines
Reservoirs
Pumping stations
Screens
Runaways
Associated water infrastructure and civil engineering works Operating within a collaborative pre-construction team, the Estimator will play a key role in producing accurate, competitive submissions while supporting the successful delivery of framework projects.

The Role

As Estimator, you'll be responsible for:

Preparing detailed cost estimates for water infrastructure projects across clean and wastewater frameworks.
Developing pricing using framework schedules of rates, first principle estimating and NEC contract mechanisms.
Producing high-quality tender and pre-construction documentation.
Reviewing project scope and identifying commercial opportunities and risks.
Working closely with operational teams to develop winning submissions.
Liaising with clients and framework partners throughout the estimating process.
Ensuring all pre-construction documentation meets client and CDM requirements.
Managing multiple estimates simultaneously while working to tight deadlines.
Maintaining estimating data and supporting continuous improvements to internal systems. About You To be successful as an Estimator, you'll ideally have:

Previous estimating experience within civil engineering or utilities.
A strong background delivering water infrastructure projects.
Experience pricing works including pipelines, reservoirs, pumping stations or similar assets.
Knowledge of framework contracts, schedule of rates and first principle estimating.
Familiarity with NEC contracts.
Strong Microsoft Office and Excel skills.
Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
The ability to manage multiple projects within a fast-paced environment.
A proactive approach with the confidence to work independently and collaboratively. What's On Offer
£60k + £5400 car allowance
Hybrid working
Long-term secured framework projects
Enhanced family leave
Company pension
Private healthcare
25 days holiday
Referral bonus scheme
Ongoing training and career development
The opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of water infrastructure projects across the South West