Estimator Civil

Job Opportunity: Estimator - Rail

Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 + car allowance + package

Sector: Civil and Electrical & Power

Type: Permanent, Full time, Hybrid

Office Locations: Pontyclun, Swanley, Highbridge or Stanstead

About the Role: Our client is on the lookout for a skilled Estimator to join their pre-contract team in the South region. If you have a knack for estimating contracts and projects during the pre-contract/tender stage, especially for multi-disciplinary rail infrastructure projects, this could be the perfect fit for you. You'll be focusing on CP7 framework projects, among others.

What's in It for You as an Estimator: Our client offers a range of benefits, including:

• Competitive annual salary, negotiable based on experience.
• Company Car or Car Allowance.
• 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays (increasing with service).
• Up to 3 volunteer days.
• Company contributory Pension scheme.
• Life Insurance.
• Health Cash Plan & Rewards through Westfield. (Private medical insurance)
• Strong support and development infrastructure for personal and professional growth.
• Consistent learning opportunities.
• A safe and inclusive workplace.
• Employee forums to ensure your voice is heard.

Team Overview: The South region is buzzing with activity, handling a variety of projects at the pre-contract/tender stage across engineering and rail infrastructure. This includes:

• Rail
• Civil Engineering & Building Works
• Mechanical & Electrical Works
• Electrification & Plant Works

From bridges and footbridges to embankments, station improvements, platforms, tunnels, and electrification, the team delivers a wide array of projects throughout Wales, Western, and the South East. They work on diverse infrastructure projects, ranging from one-off tenders to long-term agreements with key clients.

Current Projects:

• CP7 Infrastructure Projects
• Minor Works and Environment Agency Frameworks
• Projects like bridge reconstruction/replacement and station improvements

What You'll Be Doing: As an Estimator, you'll be at the heart of managing tender opportunities and ITTs. Your day-to-day will involve:

• Registering, controlling, and administering tender documentation.
• Preparing and managing tenders from start to finish.
• Presenting tenders at review meetings to senior management.
• Working closely with the Supply Chain team on supplier/subcontractor inquiries.
• Conducting technical and commercial appraisals of labour, plant, materials, and temporary works.
• Performing take-offs from drawings and producing cost-effective tenders based on first principles.
• Analysing and pricing risks associated with tenders.
• Preparing tender submission documents and estimating reports.
• Assisting in the proposals and contract management functions.

What We're Looking For As An Estimator: To thrive in this role, you should have:

• Previous experience as an Estimator in a civil engineering and/or Electrical & Power infrastructure setting, particularly in multi-disciplinary projects and/or frameworks.
• Expertise in First Principles Estimating.
• A solid background in Rail and Civil Engineering projects.
• Rail experience is a plus.
• Causeway software experience and knowledge is desirable.

Bonus Points:

• Experience in a site-based or operational role before moving into estimating is highly advantageous.
• If you're ready to join a fast-paced and supportive team where your skills and experience can truly shine, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity with our client!

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